5 Secrets For a Smooth Move
The stress of an upcoming move isn’t something that should keep you up at night. Relocating into a new home is both mentally and physically exhausting, but it’s also an exciting time for the entire family. And with the right approach, you can have a smooth, stress-free move where everything seems to fall right in place.
#1) Create a Boxing Station
Set up a packing/boxing station complete with tape, scissors, boxes, packing paper and bubble wrap somewhere in your home. Even if 90% of your belongings are boxed and ready to go, you’ll probably end up boxing at least some items on the day of your move. Having a boxing station set up will keep your move running smooth by providing a convenient area to package the remaining items in your home.
#2) Clean Out The Fridge
One of the most commonly overlooked steps in preparing to move is cleaning out the refrigerator. Why is this important? Well, the added weight of the fridge’s food and beverages may prove to be too much for you some people to physically handle. In addition, once the refrigerator is disconnected, its contents will gradually begin to spoil.
Transfer your refrigerator’s contents into an ice-filled cooler before you attempt to move it. This isn’t a long-term solution by any means, but it should suffice until you arrive at your new residence.
#3) Disassemble The Bed
Unless you want to waste valuable time on your moving day trying to take apart your bed, it’s recommended that you go ahead and disassemble it beforehand. Beds are assembled in dozens of different ways, and trying to take them apart is often confusing and downright frustrating.
Rather than waiting until the last minute to try and solve this puzzle, take disassemble your bed the night before your moving day and sleep on just the mattress.
#4) Ditch The Clutter
Moving is the perfect time to get rid of unnecessary clutter. Whether it’s an old set of bedroom furniture that you no longer use or a wardrobe of unused clothes, you should use this time to clean out the clutter.
Don’t just throw them in the trash, however, but instead contact a local charity organization in your area to see if they are willing to take them. Most large charity organizations will gladly take them off your hands, and some of them will even come to pick them up on your behalf.
#5) Stay Organized
Organization is critical to having a smooth move. Randomly tossing your boxes and furnishings into the back of a moving van will lead to a world of confusion when you are arrive at your new residence. Make sure that each and every box is labeled with its respective contents and/or room.
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