The home inspection has come back; everything cleared through the bank. It's time to get packing.
Moving is one of those things that can cause excitement and at the same time anxiety. Here are a few field-tested tips to help ease the pain of moving.
Do it in increments
Most jobs are easier when they are broken down into smaller increments or sections. Moving is no different. Once you know you are moving, start packing up. Look around at the stuff that you aren't using. For instance, knick-knacks are a joy to look at, but could you do without seeing them for a little while? If so, why not pack them now? It can be surprising to see just how much you can pack up right away. If you do it now, your future self will thank you.
Evaluate
Moving is the perfect time to get rid of things you don't want or need. Since you will have to sift through these things anyhow, it's good to take a few moments to decide what stays and what goes. Have boxes handy for the stuff you want to donate or sell. This way, you can easily get rid of these things before you ever move. It can be very liberating moving to a new home with just the stuff you want. A big bonus: you get to unpack less or, at the very least, have not so many boxes clogging up closets.
Label
Labeling can seem tedious when you are in a hurry, but it will save a lot of time in the long run. One thing we like to do, rather than write directly on a box all of its contents with a marker (which can run out pretty quick if there are a lot of boxes), is to write the contents of the box on a piece of notebook paper, then tape it on the box. Be sure to, also, write on the box the room it belongs to in big letters so the movers can easily see where it goes. Having the box in its proper room along with a nicely written list of its contents will save time when unpacking and make it easier to prioritize which boxes get unpacked first.
Free Boxes
Moving can be expensive, so look for freebies whenever possible. Mainly, we are talking boxes. There are plenty of companies who would not mind passing on boxes that are heading for the recycler. Ask around. Sometimes the company you work for or even some of the stores you shop at may be more than happy to share with you. It can't hurt to ask.
Pizza
Pizza is the food of choice when it comes to moving. Throw in some root beer, and you have a meal you truly earned after a day of hard work.
Those are just a few tips for the big move. We hope that all goes well for the big move!
Bear Creek Home Inspections LLC
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