Moving into a new home is exciting – it's a fresh
start with the opportunity to make the home something of your own.
That doesn't mean that sometimes it can't be
complicated. Fortunately, there is a way to avoid the unpleasant. Anticipate,
plan and do everything you can to make the move easier.
Tip 1:
Choose a moving company from the start
Depending on when you plan to moving
services in New York, it can be difficult to book a date. Most people
try to move on weekends, during school holidays or holidays, which gives them
extra time. Don't leave it to the last minute – plan ahead.
When buying or renting a property, choosing a
moving team may seem easy compared to all the other choices you've made, but
choosing professionals is important. The status of your items depends on the
company you choose, and to avoid spoiling or damaging the property and paying
more than you expected, it's important that you do some research.
Review previous client reviews, see what the moving
budget includes and ask if the company is willing to do an appraisal – this
means someone will come to your house to assess how many things you have and
make sure the transport is the right size. Adequate number of team members on
move day.
Tip 2: make
a list
There is a lot to remember while the change lasts,
and in the end, real life will go along with your plans for change.
Dogs, cats and other pets should be taken in cars,
along with rations and other objects.
To avoid stress, make a list of everything you need
to do and consider the steps to take. Your offer may have been accepted
recently and you may have months to go before you move, but that doesn't mean
you have to wait up to a week before moving to start preparing.
Tip 3: Rate
in advance.
Cleaning your home of any old, unwanted, or
unnecessary items before you move can save time and stress, but it can also
save you money!
By donating, recycling, or throwing away stuff you don't
need, you're reducing the amount of stuff you need to move. The less stuff you
have, the fewer hours the moving team will need.
The easiest way to save money on your move is to
avoid paying for transportation for things you'll throw away once you get to
your new home.
Tip 4: Make
a Packing Plan and Start Early
Packing clothes, uniforms and other things always
takes more time than you think, so it's best to start as early as possible.
After eliminating everything you no longer need, it's best to start with the
rooms you use the least. Packing these areas and then using them to store any
of the other boxes will make your life easier and allow you to do whatever you
can.
Try not to overload your boxes! It's tempting to
fill them, but try using small boxes for heavy items and large boxes for
lighter ones. Otherwise, you run the risk of the box falling apart and causing
some kind of damage to whoever takes it.
Tip 5: Think
about what you can't move
There are some things that change teams cannot
carry. This includes hazardous materials, earthy plants, paint cans or
chemicals.
If you can't bear to leave your plants behind, you
might want to prepare them to transport them in your car.
Don't forget to consider the safety of the moving
team and yours, not only because of the weight of the boxes, but also because
of the things you move. If you are packing garden equipment, be sure to clean
and pack it securely.
Large garden equipment, such as lawn mowers or
gasoline powered tools, must be emptied and cleaned before being transported.
If you are packing knives, wrap them carefully and record the contents in the
box.
When in doubt, ask the moving team who can say what
they can accept and how best to package it. They may even offer an extra
service where they can pack more difficult items for you.
Tip 6:
Handling Paperwork
Keep all your important documents such as
passports, home deeds, wills and insurance documents in a single box or file to
ensure easy access. It should be placed somewhere where you don't lose it and
it's always accessible.
It is important that you cancel the energy contract
well in advance, so as not to run the risk that new tenants may waste their
energy. Contact your energy company and set a date for the power cut.
In the case of telecommunications service, you must
contact your internet and fiber operator , and indicate that you will leave
this location. If you intend to continue to have the same internet contract
with this company, test the coverage at the new address to see if you can
continue with this service.
All documents regarding cancellations must have the
dates mentioned, and of course, you must keep all of them well.
It might also be a good idea to create electronic
copies of important documents by scanning them and saving them to a USB device
so you always have access to them.
Tip 7: Take
time to clean
Entering your new home a little earlier means you
can clean it well before you start moving your furniture and objects.
Make sure you store your cleaning products, and
that they are kept separate before moving day.
Cleaning the house thoroughly before all your boxes
and furniture arrive means there will be no nasty surprises on moving day. It
also means that you can create a list of issues when evaluating the property.
Tip 8: take
it slow
Moving day is important – we know you want to get
everything done as quickly as possible, but it can be tiring. Have realistic
expectations of how much you can make – you're unlikely to unpack and pack your
entire house on the first night!
Make sure you have your survival kit on hand for
moving day, make sure you have cold drinks, everything you need for teas and
coffees and snacks to save energy. Make sure you stop for lunch and dinner so
you don't feel too tired.
It will take some time to completely unpack and
make your new home look the way you want. Don't feel like everything needs to
be done right away. Take the opportunity to kick back and relax – enjoy an
evening with food to go or go out with your friends. Your life doesn't have to
revolve around unpacking boxes!
Read also:
4
tips for those moving into a small apartment
