✅ 1. Declutter Before You Pack:
Sort through your belongings and donate or dispose of items you no longer need. The less you move, the cheaper and faster it will be.
✅ 2. Pack Room by Room:
Begin with the rooms you use least (like a basement or storage area) and move toward your most frequently used spaces.
✅ 3. Label Your Boxes Clearly:
Clearly label each box with its contents and destination room. It makes unpacking much more efficient.
✅ 4. Take Photos of Your Electronics:
Snap a photo of your TV, computer, or audio setup before disconnecting. It’s a handy guide when reconnecting later.
✅ 5. Keep Essentials Separate:
Prepare a box or bag with your daily essentials — toiletries, medication, phone charger, snacks, a change of clothes — to stay comfortable during the first few nights.
✅ 6. Measure Your Large Furniture:
Measure furniture and doorframes in advance to avoid a squeeze on moving day.
✅ 7. Fill Boxes Appropriately:
Pack heavy items (like books) in small boxes and lighter items (like pillows) in large ones. It makes lifting much easier.
✅ 8. Be Generous with Padding:
Wrap fragile items in towels, clothing, or bubble wrap to keep them safely cushioned.
✅ 9. Tape Boxes Properly:
Tape the bottom seams with heavy-duty tape in a “H” pattern to keep boxes from falling apart.
✅ 10. Prepare Your Home:
Clear walkways, dismantle furniture if necessary, and protect floors and carpets to avoid damage during the move.
