Month: December 2022

Although local moves might be easier to plan than long-distance moves, they are not always straightforward. Organizing your relocation from the beginning can make it easier and more manageable. In addition, local relocation experts can make your transition even more efficient.

Here are some suggestions when planning your local relocation.

1. Start Early

Whenever you move locally, you need to start as soon as possible. You must plan ahead even when moving down the street from your current address. Especially when you’re working and have family responsibilities, preparing for a move can be time-consuming.

By getting started as early as possible, even months before the move, you’ll have a less stressful time when the official moving date arrives.

2. Plan Your Strategy

Organize your belongings by creating a detailed moving plan. You must include everything you need to move your belongings.

Use a timeline and checklist to track your progress as you progress. Remember to break down the moving process into numerous small steps to make it more manageable.

3. Research Potential Movers

Sometimes it takes work to find a good moving company with all the following qualities. First, ask for referrals if you have friends or family that recently had a positive moving experience. Next, interview several moving companies before selecting one. Then, when finalizing a contract with a mover, get everything in writing.

Moving companies should provide good customer service, so it is crucial to find the right one. It’s vital to look for companies that are committed to providing professional customer service, answer their phones promptly, are polite in all interactions, and respond promptly to your questions.

Reliability is also essential. An excellent moving company will offer timely service without surprises and move your belongings without damaging or losing them.

Finally, good moving companies don’t charge hidden fees but have transparent billing practices. Your moving company should supply you with documentation showing your move’s cost.

4. Reduce Clutter

You might save a bit on moving expenses, plus reduce your packing and unpacking time by decluttering before a move. Decluttering is an integral part of any relocation. It is best to start decluttering your house as soon as you decide to move — even if you won’t be relocating for several months. The longer you have to declutter, the better!

Try to go room by room when decluttering. Your standard should be if you last used something two years ago or more, you should discard it. Then, give away or sell what you can. Donation centers like Goodwill and Salvation Army will take gently used clothing, small appliances, housewares, and more.

5. Start Packing

Once you finish decluttering, it’s time to start packing. You’ll need to gather your packing materials:

• Various sized boxes
• Packing paper and bubble wrap
• Packing tape
• Labels
• Markers

Make sure you pack safely by getting help lifting the heavy items. Then, stack the boxes with the heaviest ones on the bottom and the lighter ones on top. Finally, pack small, heavy items into small boxes to control their weight.

6. Prepare Your New Home

Make plans for your new home as your move date approaches. Arrange for the appropriate companies to turn on your utilities. If you can get into your home before moving day, start cleaning, repairs, or any updating you intend to do.

For example, if your new home has a yard, you may need to purchase a lawn mower. Watch for sales on lawn equipment and buy what you’ll need when it’s the right price.

Contact Local Move Experts

Do you need a local mover to help with your relocation? Contact us today for a free estimate.

A floor plan helps you decide what to take when moving. Moving isn’t simply taking your bedroom set from your old home and relocating it to the new one. Drawing a floor plan early in your moving process can save you frustration because you will ensure the furniture you take with you fits in the new space.

A floor plan also helps movers stay organized and on schedule on moving day. You can hand the plan to your professional movers, who will follow it.

Here are some tips for preparing a floor plan.

Measure

Carefully measure each room in the new home. Also, note the position of each room’s windows, doors, electrical outlets, and lighting.

Create the Floor Plan

Draw a skeleton diagram of your new home.

You can draw a plan manually or use floor plan software. If you draw it out manually, determine the scale you’ll use first. For example, you might choose the scale of one inch equals five feet. Next, draw the walls, then add architectural features and appliances. Finally, label the rooms and begin to add furniture.

If you opt to use floor plan software, you’re in luck. Many software platforms allow you to see your floor plans in three dimensions. Some can also enable you to see features such as lighting. In addition, many platforms are free or have free trial periods that extend long enough for you to draw the floor plan you need.

Consider Your Furniture

Consider your current furniture and how it will fit in each room. Measurements are essential, but the flow is also critical. You want to avoid repeatedly bumping into furniture as you cross the room.

Realize that some furniture may go in different rooms in your new house than in the old one. For example, consider a move from a three-bedroom home that has a large primary suite into a home with four smaller bedrooms, including a smaller primary suite. You might want to put some items from the primary bedroom into a nearby bedroom and create a sitting room or a dressing room.

Consider Your Lifestyle

Your lifestyle affects the ideal layout of your rooms. For example, you’ll want to place your home office in a well-lighted area if you work from home. You’ll want a smooth flow from the kitchen into the great room or dining room if you entertain regularly. If you exercise at home, you’ll want an open space equipped with weights, a treadmill, or a bike.

Families with small children will want to prioritize child safety. For example, consider anchoring furniture to the walls to prevent tip-overs and mounting your flat-screen TV.

Remember Other Items

Although furniture comprises most of the room, other items are also part of your floor plan. For example, consider where to put items such as plants, artwork, mirrors, and pet beds. Also, consider area rugs. The more detailed your plan is, the easier your moving day will be.

Pro Mover Assistance

To help ensure your move is as easy and stress-free as possible, contact us as soon as possible. We can advise you as you develop your floor plans and determine which furniture items will make the move.