In this blog entry, the professional Charleston residential moving service team here at NoFlex Moving will provide a guide on some useful packing tips when moving to a new home.
Packing Tips When Moving to a New Home
Understanding Your New Property
Become thoroughly acquainted with your new property, with knowledge about the size and function of different rooms, the floor plan, ceiling height, and the sizes of different doors and windows. This can help you determine if you will be able to bring your furniture in. have an idea of if you will need to replace furniture, as this will help you figure out your general budget. Additionally, consider a storage room at your new property, and if your property lacks basements, attics, crawl spaces, and closet space. This will hel;p you get rid of any extraneous items that won’t fit at your new home.
Downsizing
Create a detailed inventory of your belongings, marking what you absolutely need, what you maybe need, and what you can get rid of. Keep essential items, and get rid of all extra items like clothing you don’t want, damaged items, or household products that are almost empty.
Create a Packing Order
Move room to room, creating labeled boxes marked with the room it will belong in, and a detailed list of all the contents. Make sure that you use weight appropriate sturdy boxes, and insulate delicate items with clothing or packing blankets. When you move, don’t leave all the items in one room, but put them in the rooms they belong in to make things easier.
Downsize When Unpacking
We recommend doing a second purge of items you don’t need when you’re unpacking at your new home. You might realize that you don’t want a particular belonging, or realize you are now comfortable parting with a particular item. Donate used items to charities or give them away to friends.
Never Rush Packing
Packing should be as relaxed a process as possible to help you avoid mistakes. Plan your move far in advance, and give yourself a couple weeks to systematically conduct the packing process, leaving items that you use every day for last. This will help you be more precise in your packing, and make the entire moving process easier and less stressful.
