5 Tips Before You Move

Put simply: moving house is stressful. You never fully appreciate how many things you have until you have to put it all into boxes…and then into a moving van…and then unpack them and somehow make them fit in your new place. It is exhausting to say the least. And while we cannot take that pain away fully, we can lighten your load with some lifesaving tips we wish we knew before we did any big moves ourselves!

Pack An Overnight Bag

After a busy day loading things and unloading things and getting them into the right rooms, you will be too tired to sit down and start unpacking. But you will want your bare essentials and instead of packing those into a big box that you forgot to label, why not pack an overnight bag? Put a change of clothes (especially if you’re going to work the next day), your laptop, toiletries and anything you think could get stolen during a move.

Pack Essentials in a Clear Plastic Bin

After your first night being saved by an overnight bag, you will need essentials. What are these essentials? Well, they are things we often take for granted. Garbage bags, paper towels, eating utensils, phone chargers, power strips, box cutters – and don’t you wish you didn’t have to spend all day searching boxes that were or weren’t labelled? Problem solved. Go to your local big box store and pick up a couple clear bins and put your important stuff in them. The best part? Once you’re done those boxes will come in handy for storage in the house so really you’re killing two birds with one stone.

Take A Picture Behind Your Electronics

This may sound silly but hear us out. Go find your TV, your computer, your game console and turn it around. How many times do you see those wires and appreciate where each cable goes? While some may only need a cable or two, having a picture of what it looked like will save you time and frustration setting it back up again.

Make Your Last Grocery Trip Two Weeks Before Moving

You hopefully have become used to having a pristine home during viewings, which often meant light if any cooking at all in your home. You might as well stay in that habit until you move out with your last shopping trip two weeks before the big move. You’d be surprised how long food can stay in the fridge and in between packing and changing addresses on everything you might not have as much time to cook so meal prepping will be your best friend during this time.

If You Have Kids Or Pets Hire A Sitter

Sometimes kids are great and can help with moving. However, if they’re under 7 or are as helpful as a hamster, it’s best to find a sitter to keep them company and psych them up for the big move. That way you can focus on getting as much done as possible without constant interruptions or slow-downs.

We hope these suggestions are new and helpful and make a big difference in your stress levels during your move! Congrats on your new home, we know you’ll love it.