Common Moving Mistakes And How To Avoid Them
Moving is never simple. This is true even for the smallest of moves. That said, if you prepare adequately, things will tend to go much smoother than if you just wing it.
To be sure your move goes off without a hitch, we have constructed a small list of the most common moving mistakes, so you can easily avoid them:
Forgetting To Declutter
A thorough decluttering and deep cleaning will help you tremendously on a moving day. It will give you the opportunity to leave behind many of the items you accumulated over the years that have gone unused. That means much less to pack and transport, and less clutter in your new space.
You can donate unwanted items to charity or hold a garage sale to earn a bit of money to put toward your move. Either way, it’s a win.
Skimping On Packing Materials
It can be difficult to estimate offhand just how many boxes will be needed. So, instead of waiting until the last minute to purchase cartons, tissue paper, and bubble wrap, start early. Begin saving all your boxes from deliveries and ask friends and family to do the same a few months in advance. If you start saving once you are aware of the impending move, you will be more likely to have extra materials if you need them.
Improperly Packing Fragile Items
When you are dealing with delicate items, such as antique vases or prized China, it is extremely important that you have enough padding to keep them safe. There are many ways to accomplish this, from bubble wrap and newspaper to cloth coverings.
Our movers in Cherry Hill, NJ also have appropriate materials on hand. And, if you are unsure how to pack things properly, we would be more than happy to help you.
Not Separating Essentials
It’s pretty much a given that you won’t unpack every box on the first day that you arrive at your new home. That is why you should have a separate box just for the things that you will need for the next couple of days. This includes clothing, shoes, and jewelry for a couple of days, toiletries, sheets and pillows for the bed, pots and pans, and a few table settings.
Having these items separated will allow you to find what you need easily, without rifling through countless boxes and cartons. After all, moving can be stressful, so you will want to relax as much as possible in the days following this massive undertaking.
Forgetting To Label Boxes
This means more than just worrying about which items are fragile. You should pack and label all items by room for easy sorting in the first days in your new home. This is better than rummaging through every carton to determine which box goes where.
Not Seeking Professional Moving Help
Moving can be so much simpler if you plan in detail far ahead of time. It is easy to avoid these common mistakes with a little forethought and assistance from our moving company in Mercer County, NJ Give us a call to get an affordable estimate on your move today.
