What are the Things you Should do Before your Move ?

To deal with the daunting job of moving you need to do extensive homework well before the shifting date. As it is time to take frequent and timely decisions. What type of packing and task you can do on your own and for which object require external help from family and friends or from some professional furniture moving companies. To avoid any mis happenings, you must adopt a proper procedure. 

There are some steps you should take before you move.

Make a Folder

You must have a folder in hand at least 6-7 weeks before the final date. This folder will carry your checklists, inventory, all sorts of billing, contacts of different moving companies for comparative research and the to-do list. 

This folder should be handy so that you can consult it at any given time. Or if you remember a thing while in the office or taking dinner you would be able to add it as a future reminder.

Moving out Inventory

Try to make a moving-out inventory before packing and after packing and loading. And while making this, keep in mind the accuracy of your items, their condition and their quantities. Write exact figures, as it will save you to enter into any sort of conflict between you and the company you are hiring.

You can make your inventory carrying the details either way, Room wise listing or Object wise listing, whatever suits you or keep you at ease. The more specific you are in this inventory the more you will be comfortable at the end.

Moving in Checklist

Based on your moving-out inventory you can also make a checklist when you reach your destination. A moving-in list should be in accordance with your moving-out list. Once things are penned down, it will become a stress-free and painless activity to check or recheck at any time during your already overwhelming procedure.

Arrange your Moving Tool Kit/Packing Material

Before indulging in the moving procedure, arrange your packing and moving tool kit. You should have, small and big size boxes, adhesive tape, packing tape, bubble wrap, packaging tapes, packing peanuts, and cling films. You need a measuring tape, screwdrivers of all sizes and a cutter. 

Make all the above things readily available to save you time energy and the last hour’s anxiety.

Prepare First Aid Box

You should have a first-aid box readily available before moving or even packing. Only for a precautionary measure otherwise, you should be careful while handling your goods. It is for your own protection and for the safety and security of your expensive items. 

You should be extra careful with your glass-wears and frames, using hammer, plier and cutter. It saves you the time of rushing to a pharmacy in case of a headache or dust allergy.

Pare Down as Much Luggage as you Can

Purge your wardrobe, your shoe racks, book racks, extra furniture, or the appliances you are not required to at your new place, pantry items and the perishable edibles. You can donate these goods and also put them on sale in your garage.

This method will make you lighter with your packing luggage. You will be more organized, planned, peaceful and focused in your otherwise complicated process of relocating your house or office. It is something tricky to handle and the expert at Service Zone can amicably comply with such sorts of stresses.  

Switch Off the Refrigerators and Clear Other Electrical Appliances

Another responsibility that is essential to your shoulders before relocation and packing 2-3 days before, is to unplug your fridge and freezers, defrost it and wipe them thoroughly.

Also, give a deep clean to your electric appliances like a toaster, coffee maker, juicer machine or blender etc. and pack them properly. Give a complete clean to your dishwasher and also dry it. 

Pack off-Season Gear Beforehand

In whatever season you are moving, the best step before packing and shifting is to pack your out-of-season items. It will reload you to great extent. Not only it helps you during packing but also during unpacking of your new place. 

Off-season items are the things you are not required instantly. You pack them 6-7 weeks before and unpack them 6-7 weeks after your move. Hence you get a little cool way to get space of time and energy.  

Conclusion

To stay confident and comfortable from start till the end of your relocation you need to plan smartly. Service Zone has best local movers who can categorically tackle any challenging transporting situation.

Whether you are moving in a hurry, within days or you have ample time for months, all you need is to contact us and get relax. We not only pack but also load and give the final cleaning services to your old location on demand.