5 TIPS FOR MOVING HOUSE

Moving house can be a very stressful and complicated ordeal. It is often considered to be among the most taxing life events that one may go through (including funerals, divorce, job loss and major illness/Injury). This is why it is essential to prepare yourself carefully to tackle the relocation process in an organised manner. By doing so, you will remain on top of everything and enjoy the process. 

‍In order to help you in this exciting but tricky time, we have together a list of helpful recommendations and advice that will make the process smoother and simpler. Although there is no universally applicable moving guide, the house moving tricks presented here should be of great help.

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Let go of clutter

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If you want to make more space in your home and simplify the moving, you need to start by decluttering your home. The last thing you want is to spend time packing, transporting and unpacking things that you have no use for and do not want to keep. Decluttering will also make cleaning, organising, and reorganising your space a breeze. So get rid of things! 

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Consider donating stuff to a good cause if you're having trouble getting rid of all the clutter in your home. Ask yourself the following questions: "is it vital that I save this, and if so, why?”, "do I have comparable items?”, "When was the last time I used it?”, "do I have similar items?” and “does it hold any sentimental value?”

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Plan ahead

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It's time to start getting things ready for the big day now that the ink on the contract has dried and you're excited about your upcoming move. When moving house, packing may be a stressful experience due to the large number of items that need to be packed, including memories, furniture, boxes, and bags. However, the fewer belongings you bring along with you into your new home, the less difficult your relocation will be.

One of the most effective strategies for packing for a move is to begin by organising everything into one of three groups: things that need to be kept until moving day, things that can be boxed and readied for the move, and things that you are ready to let go of. If you are unsure about certain items, think about placing certain belongings in self-storage so you can make a decision about what to do with them at a later time.

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Label everything

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Label each box with the name of the room it needs to go to as well as a brief explanation of the items it contains. This is one of the most tried-and-true pieces of advice when it comes to moving into a new home because it not only makes unpacking easier and quicker but also lessens the likelihood that any of your belongings will go missing. And the best part is that you will not have to run around everywhere and dig up all your boxes to find certain items.

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Put together a box of “essentials"

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On the day of the move, make sure to pack a box with the necessities that you can place on top of the stack or even next to you in the front passenger seat of the car. On moving day, this box will serve as your "Swiss Army Knife" and assist you overcome the myriad of challenges that will inevitably arise. It might include items like the following:

• Toilet paper
• Tools
• First Aid kit
• Tea bags
• Extension cords
• Knife
• A couple of light bulbs
• Water in bottles
• Pain killer
• Pair of scissors
• Box cutter
• A few snacks
• Tape
• Dust masks

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With all of these, you should be ready for any eventuality!



Get all of your moving documentation in order before you move in

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Gather all of your important documents, such as medical records, contracts, and rental agreements, and store them in a safe place like a folder. This will guarantee that everything you require is available to you at the precise moment you require it. You should think about keeping both a digital and a hard copy so that you are ready for anything that may come your way. We would also advise you to email all documents to yourself for a last bit of security.

Think about self-storage

Using a self-storage facility as a transitional location between homes is one of the best ways to limit the amount of stuff you have to move on the actual moving day, making it one of the most stress-free moving house recommendations. It allows you to start the process way in advance and take everything at your own pace. 

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If you have any questions or need some help, Flexible Storage is here to help you.

We will do all in our power to make your relocation easier, from providing a wide variety of packing materials to providing secure and high-quality self-storage solutions. Visit our website to learn more!