October 15, 2013
Make your last grocery-shopping trip two weeks before moving day. Get rid of perishable food items so you can defrost your refrigerator and get it ready for moving day also. Defrost your refrigerator at least one day before moving day.
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Creating a checklist before you begin packing any of your belongings will help you organize and prioritize before a move. Start with items that are out-of-season and things you don’t use often. You can start with these items two weeks before moving day to get them out of the way without having to unpack items that you need. Empty your drawers and closets next. Pack a carry-on bag with clothes for a few days that you can use right before, during and right after the move. Then, pack everything else. Pack similar items together and items that are from the […]
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For any means of traveling, securing toiletries can be difficult. To keep your shampoos and liquids from spilling or leaking, cover the openings with plastic wrap before closing the lids. To secure your cosmetics, insert a piece of cotton so powder items will not break.
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Labeling helps during the packing and unpacking processes, especially if you’re using traditional boxes that aren’t see-through. You can label your boxes simply with a general description of what is in the box such as “kitchen” or “bedroom.” But there are a few other things you can take the time to write to simplify the unloading and unpacking. This will also help the mover. In addition to writing what is in the box, it’s important to indicate where the box should go and even a name in case a box is left in the moving truck or is misplaced somehow. […]
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It’s moving day and you have 10,000 things going through your brain. Create a checklist for yourself so you can work efficiently with your mover. Before the mover arrives, make sure all of your belongings are packed and fastened securely. Create an inventory (or get a form from your mover) of the items that will be transported. Complete any paperwork with your mover that’s needed to ensure any special moves and fragile items are transported securely. Also, make sure that your mover has the correct address and your contact information. After loading your belongings, go back into your space and […]
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