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Downsize Before You Move

Get rid of as much clutter around your house as you can. Donate old clothing, dishes that you don’t use and any electronics or appliances that have collected dust. The more you can get rid of, the less you have to pack and unpack and the easier your move will be. A professional organizer can be a great resource for helping declutter and reduce excess items in your home. Remember, as you declutter, you are starting to pack for your move.

2. Don’t Procrastinate

If you wait to pack until the day before you’re scheduled to move, you are guaranteed a stressful experience. One of the simplest things you can do to make your move less stressful is to plan ahead, stay organized and break the moving process into small steps you can do gradually and start at least two months before your scheduled move.

Pack room by room and start in the areas of the home that are used less frequently. For example, you may want to start with your foyer, your dining room second, your basement third and so on. Generally, your kitchen will be one of the last areas to pack since you don’t want to pack items you’ll need to use before you move.

3. How to Pick the Movers

There are three criteria that can help you pick the right moving company. Many consumer advocates suggest using a local mover, one that is recommended by someone you know and one that has been in the business at least ten years. Contact The Donnelly Group for a list of local Understanding which moving supplies you need Movers we’ve worked with in the past to help kick start your search. In addition, you should interview at least three movers before making a decision. Be sure to ask questions. Do they sub-contract the work? Do they own their own trucks? What kind of insurance do they carry and what kind of insurance do they offer you?

4. Determine Which Moving Supplies You Need

There are a variety of on-line tools you can use to help you determine which types of supplies you will need. You’ll want to obtain supplies for delicate items, such as bubble wrap and foam cushioning. Wardrobe boxes make moving clothing so much easier than folding, packing and unpacking. For the kitchen, there are glass and plate packing kits that can reduce the possibility of breakage.

5. The Kitchen

When packing your kitchen, you’ll want to be sure to prepare for items that may leak or spill. A great tip is to uncap items such as Worcester sauce and place a piece of plastic wrap over the bottle and then recap. This will go a long way towards ensuring a spill free and mess free move.

For refrigerated and frozen items, make sure you have plenty of coolers on hand. Wait until the movers arrive to pack the coolers so that items stay cold as long as possible. Consider taking these items in your own vehicle so that they can be kept as cool as possible and unpacked as soon as the fridge is moved in.