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Studies show that the average American finds moving more stressful than going through a divorce or even giving birth to a child. There’s a lot to do when you’re gearing up for a move, but it doesn’t have to be a living nightmare. If you’re organized, you can prevent stress and execute a seamless operation. Here are some helpful hacks for a smooth move.
Declutter
The first thing to do when you know you’re moving house is to declutter. There’s no point in wasting time and energy packing things you don’t use or want or taking up storage space in your new home. Set aside a weekend or a couple of evenings and go through each room, exploring boxes, drawers, cupboards, and containers. Create piles of items you want to donate, sell or throw away. Having a clear-out before you move will help you pack and unpack faster.
Find a reputable removals firm
When you have your moving date, contact local removalists and find out more about the services they offer, prices, and availability. It’s always wise to do your research before creating a shortlist. Read reviews, check ratings, and ask your friends, colleagues, and neighbors for recommendations. Local social media groups are a brilliant resource for getting tips, as you can locate companies that people have already used. Avoid removals firms that don’t have any reviews, as well as those with negative feedback and unsecured websites. It’s best to prioritize value for money over low prices. If a deal seems too good to be true, for example, one quote is much lower than all the rest, it’s wise to go for the businesses with the best record and reputation.
Pack items by room
When you’re packing, resist the temptation to chuck everything in random boxes to get the job done as quickly as possible. Take your time to move around the house, filling boxes and containers with items that belong together in the same room. Keep all your kitchen utensils, pots, and pans and your bathroom accessories and towels together, for example. If you have things from multiple rooms in one box, unpacking will take much longer. It’s helpful to start packing as early as possible, starting with items you won’t use before you leave, such as shorts and t-shirts in the winter.
Label every single box
Labeling is one of the easiest and most effective ways to save time and effort when you’re unpacking and settling into your new home. Make sure you label every single box. It’s a good idea to add a brief description of what’s inside and include the room the container belongs to in the new house. You can take boxes to the intended location and unpack everything seamlessly without having to move from one room to another or open every container to see what’s inside or where it’s going.
There’s no doubt that moving can be a daunting proposition due to the scale of the operation, but it is possible to keep stress at bay. Simple hacks, like decluttering in advance, enlisting professional removalists, packing by room, and labeling every box, can help you save time, energy, and effort and prevent stress.
