5 Tips for a Seamless Moving Day

Have you ever noticed that most people dread moving? Maybe it's the fact that they haven't prepared well, or they simply don't want to wake up early and spend an entire day carrying heavy boxes. Whatever the reason someone dislikes moving, there are ways to make it easier. While the fun process of finding a new home is over, you can still make moving day just as fun and even more exciting because you finally get to move into your new home. From packing up your current home to moving into your new home, here are the best tips for a seamless moving day. 

1. Plan Ahead 

Planning and getting organized will help take most of the stress out of moving day. You can quickly become overwhelmed if you don't pack until the day you move, but planning will ensure you pack everything on time so the professional movers can move your stuff on time and with less hassle. Additionally, planning ahead can help you find sitters for children or pets who might get anxious during a move or make it more difficult because you'll be worrying about them instead of getting things done. 

Planning should also involve goal setting. Putting together a timeline that states when you'll need to get specific tasks done can help you stay on track and avoid a stressful moving day. For example, you should plan when to give your current landlord notice if you're renting your home, packing up your things, calling your internet and cable service providers, setting up utilities, and hiring movers. 

To plan, write a list of everything you have to do with your move-out and move-in date in mind. For example, if you know you're moving out in two months, give your landlord notice immediately, and start looking for a sitter for your pets or children. You can also begin packing up seasonal clothing and decorations. Then, about a few days before your move, most of your stuff should be packed up and ready to go, with only select essentials that will need to be used, including clean clothes, a few dishes, and bedding. 

2. Packing

Packing should be your top priority when you're moving. Most people don't realize just how much stuff they have until they go to pack it all away. Of course, packing is one thing, but packing smart can help save you a lot of time and stress when you need to unpack at your new home. Before you attempt to start packing, think about all of the packing supplies you'll need and gather them. You can purchase boxes or ask family and friends if they have boxes or totes they're not using. You should also have packaging tape, markers, and labels, and for fragile items, make sure you have bubble wrap or find blankets you can wrap glassware in. 

You shouldn't pack anything away that you'll need during the days of your move. You'll likely need clothing, dishes, and bedding before moving day. So, think about the types of items you need and put them in a separate box to know where the essentials are. 

When it comes to packing, try not to overpack boxes and bags. You don't want to make containers too heavy or risk the bottoms of boxes blowing out. Sometimes it is better to go with smaller boxes to ensure you don’t overpack and throw your back out trying to lift a heavy box. This will also help to ensure you can label boxes properly and know exactly what is inside each one.  By evenly distributing the weight of your boxes and ensuring you're not overpacking, you can make moving easier and safer, even if that means having to carry more boxes. 

3. Hire a Moving Company

   Consider hiring a moving company if you're making a big move with lots of heavy items. While it's more expensive to hire a company than to rent your own truck and move yourself, hiring a moving company can help save you time. Additionally, you can avoid any aches and pains you might have after moving heavy items incorrectly. A moving company also has insurance to ensure your items will be safe on their travels. If something gets broken, it'll be covered by insurance. The sooner you hire your moving company, the cheaper it will be. Hiring a company at the last minute means paying additional fees for a rush job. 

4. Fix Up Your Current Home

If you're a renter, it's essential to fix anything broken in your apartment. While landlords typically won't take money out of your deposit for normal wear and tear, they will take money out of your deposit if you leave your apartment with broken appliances, windows, and ripped-up carpet. Performing some home improvement on your own can help you save money and get more of your deposit back. You can repair many things in your home on your own, including replacing blinds and appliances. 

3. Go Shopping

While you might not want to move more stuff on moving day, plan to go shopping after your stuff is moved in. Going shopping can help you make your new home feel more like yours. You can purchase everything from home decor to new furniture on the day of your move to ensure your new home is filled and furnished with everything you need. You can also make your actual move easier by planning to go shopping. Instead of moving old, broken furniture, you can simply recycle it, donate it, or toss it out and have new furniture delivered to your new home. Some household items you’ll want a new version of, like a new garbage can. Starting fresh can help to give you that fresh new start in your new home. 

Make Moving Day Easier

There are many ways to make your move seamless, but it comes down to proper planning. As soon as you know your move-in date, start planning. You can set timelines and deadlines for tasks such as hiring a moving company, notifying your landlord, and making plans for children and pets. Keeping your schedule can ensure an easy-moving day for the family