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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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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