5 Tips For An Efficient Move
Moving can be done efficiently if you know what to do and don't waste time. No one really likes the packing and temporary home disorganization that goes with moving, and that often leads to procrastination. When you have to move, though, if you start early, follow some tips to make the move as streamlined as possible, and rely on Delaware County moving companies, you can get through it with minimal discomfort.
Take Stock of What You Have
When you know you have to move, go from room to room in your home and look at everything you have. Note the categories you have, such as books, pictures, dishes, and so on, and write them down. Go over that list and identify anything that you aren't using now and likely won't need before you move; that's stuff you can pack now.
Be Ruthless When Packing
Packing can be tedious and time-consuming, so be ruthless when you pack. You don't have to get rid of everything you haven't used in a year, as the popular decluttering motto goes, but if you find things in drawers and corners that you just never look at, never use, and will likely never need, get rid of them. Unless you've got some sentimental attachment to an item, if it's normally hidden away and ignored for years, it's likely something you can toss or donate.
Start Early and Pack Often
That list and that sorting? Start them early. Pick a room and start packing the things you won't need before moving day, sorting as you go. When that room is done, take a break. Start another room the next day. The earlier you start, the calmer packing will be, and the smoother the move will go.
Have Utilities Started Before the Actual Moving Day
Don't wait to have utilities turned on, on the day you move. Turn them on earlier so that you can do your move-in walk-through before all your belongings are brought over. You'll want utilities on when you move so you can plug in lamps and get food into the fridge, and you won't want to deal with last-minute utility problems.
Inventory as You Go
As you pack things away, keep a running inventory. This helps you identify what's in each box, and it helps the moving company determine how long the move will really take. The amount of stuff you have also affects the size of the van or truck the moving company will need and could increase how much you pay, especially if the moving company has to make more trips than expected.
If you need a Chester County moving company, call Ben the Mover Guy. We're licensed and insured and aim to make the move as quick as possible while keeping your belongings safe. When moving to or from Chester County or Delaware County, you need a company that works efficiently, and you'll want Ben the Mover Guy to help you out. Contact us today.
