Facing a move seems to be an overwhelming event for many. So, to simplify the move and make it a more friendly experience, we present the following tips.
Being organized must be a priority
It seems extremely obvious, but it is very easy to set aside when it is a few days of loading day. Being organized in the move goes beyond sorting the boxes by room type.
Review of available services
While it is true, you cannot rent basic facilities such as water and electricity. There are also other services that should not always be taken for granted such as: television, telephone and Internet service.
It is possible that according to the destination area, the previous provider had no coverage and we have to find another one. For this reason, it is a good idea to conduct an investigation of the services that are usually consumed to hire them.
Paperwork
In a move, we have to take into account the necessary paperwork to carry it out. For example, the paperwork done with the company in charge of the move, the rental contract for the new house, the paperwork done with the companies in charge of Internet, television, medical records and other services. It is very practical to have them in a safe place, which if necessary, to have access to them in an easy way.
What to pack and what not?
It seems to be a very simple question that will not have much impact on moving, but it is important to understand that you should not take the same things from point “A” to point “B”. It is very possible that in the new place the decoration does not adapt, the furniture does not have enough space, etc. This is why moving is the right time to do a cleaning and say what is good, what is used and what things can actually be left behind. It is important to remember that the space things occupy in the truck is money.
How to pack?
Packaging sounds like a simple activity, but it is more than just putting things in a box and separating the fragile from the tough and heavy
- Organize the space. All things in the house that are packed must have a place while the truck arrives. A good place for this can be low-use areas since most of the space will be occupied by the packing boxes and thus prevent them from getting in the way.
- Disarm large objects. Disassembling large objects is not a big problem, but it is to reassemble them. So, to reduce the problems related to its reconstruction, taking photos of the disassembly and making use of hermetically sealed bags for small parts can be a great ally to avoid headaches later in the assembly.
- Label the packages. When unpacking things, it is difficult to remember in which packaging something was placed and where this packaging was placed. To counteract this, you can make use of something as simple as a sheet and markers or transparent packaging. As the boxes are filled, they are closed with tape and labeled with their contents and room to which the box belongs.
