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Moving Tips to Make Your Move Smooth and Stress-Free
Moving can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re preparing for your first apartment move or relocating your family across town, properly planning for a long-distance move makes all the difference. At Economical Movers, we believe a well-organized move is successful.
This is why we’ve put together this easy-to-follow guide filled with relocation strategies, practical tips, and packing tricks to keep you in the lead. Let’s get started!
Plan Ahead: The Key to a Smooth Move
If you’re trying to figure out how to prepare for moving, it’s best to start as early as possible. Making a checklist for your move for each week is a good method to keep on top of the process. It is recommended that you begin making plans for your move four to six weeks ahead.
Here’s what you can do in the beginning:
- Hire a professional to move you, particularly in the peak season.
- Collect moving equipment, including boxes, tape and markers.
- Notify your landlord or real estate agent.
- Sorting out and clearing.
Pro tip: The earlier you start your journey, the better chance you’ll be able to easily manage unanticipated issues.
Declutter Before You Pack
One of the best ways to save money on moving is to relocate fewer items. Make sure you go through your home and determine which items to keep, dispose of, or donate. This is particularly helpful if you move into a condo or reduce personal belongings.
Here’s the best way to start:
- Utilize your “one-year rule.” If you haven’t used it within the past year, you can remove it.
- Have a yard sale or make a post on marketplaces.
- Donate used and gently used goods to local charity organizations.
By decluttering junk, you’ll spend less on packing supplies and reduce moving expenses. This is one of the easiest methods of saving money while moving.
Use the Right Packing Supplies
The packing process is among the most time-consuming aspects of any move. Investing in good packing equipment helps protect your belongings from damage and makes stacking and loading easier.
You’ll need:
- Boxes made of strong cardboard in medium, small, and large sizes
- Bubble wrap or packing papers for fragile items
- A sturdy tape dispenser and a heavy-duty packing tape
- Labels, or colour-coded stickers
- Markers to write the contents of the boxes
If you don’t know where to find packing items, Economical Movers can help. We offer affordable packing supplies and professional assistance if you’re short on time.
What to Pack First When Moving
Many people are asking: Which items should I pack first before moving? It depends on the needs of your family, but generally, begin with the least essential items:
- Winter clothing
- Artwork and decor
- Games, books, and extra sheets
- Items in your kitchen that
- you don’t often use
Make sure you save areas of high use, like the bathroom, kitchen, and bedrooms, for the end of the week. Create a “moving day essentials container.” Include chargers, toiletries, food items, snacks, and some clothes. Keep it with you during the move.
Pack Smart and Label Everything
Good packing tips include moving one room at a time, wrapping breakable items securely, and storing similar objects together. Smaller boxes are ideal for bulky objects, and bigger boxes are used to store lighter items such as linens and pillows.
Labelling your boxes is essential. Make sure to label the room they belong to and a short listing of the things inside. Example:
- “Kitchen – Mugs, plates, blender”
- “Bedroom – Sheets, pillows”
This can help both you and the moving company unpack efficiently and put boxes where they belong. Rooms can be colour-coded, another move hack that can save time and confusion.
Don't Forget to Protect Fragile and Valuable Items
If you are packing fragile items like glasses, dishes, or electronics, use plenty of padding. Cover each piece individually and fill the empty space in the box so that it doesn’t shift. Label these boxes clearly using “Fragile” and arrows to indicate the side that faces upwards.
Keep valuable items like jewellery, passports, and other important documents with you when moving.
If you worry about your items breaking, Economical Movers can help. We handle delicate items carefully and offer custom packing solutions for your peace of mind.
Tips for Moving Day Preparation
The week before your move is essential. The following are steps you should take:
- Verify your moving date, time and the address to your mover.
- Ensure you reserve elevators and parking spaces for those living in buildings.
- Make sure to pack a cooler that contains food items, water, and a few meals.
- Take care of pets and young children.
After moving day, conduct one final walkthrough, looking in the drawers for missing items or closets. Also, check basements.
The tips for preparing your moving day will make the day run smoothly and help your movers accomplish their tasks more efficiently.
Update Your Address and Transfer Utilities
What should you remember when you move? Change your address! Be sure to inform your service providers and institutions of the changes:
- Canada Post (set up mail forwarding)
- Water, hydro, and gas suppliers
- Companies that offer cable and internet
- Companies that issue credit cards and banks
- Health card and driver’s licence
Taking care of these things early can help you track service delays and unpaid costs. This simple step can make a big difference when you move in.
Extra Moving Tips for Families, Seniors & Pet Owners
Each move is unique. Here are some tips for moving to help you in specific circumstances:
Moving Kids with Children
- Pack their belongings at last and then unpack them first at the new location.
- Give them simple packing tasks.
- Find familiar toys around to help ease stress.
Moving in with Pets
- Fill the “pet bag” with water, food, and toys. You can also include a leash.
- You might want to consider a pet carer for the day of your move.
- Make sure they are in a safe space or crate throughout the time.
Moving Tips for Seniors
- Begin early and gradually declutter
- Important documents and label medications
- Think about assistance in packing, or assistance with downsizing, or packing help.
At Economical Movers, we’re experienced in managing the relocation of seniors and family members, as well as pet-friendly relocations. Each move is tailored to meet your specific needs.
Let Economical Movers Help You Move with Ease
When you want to move to a new province or neighbourhood, follow these tips for a smooth move.
With Economical Movers, we combine expert service and affordable prices to make the transition simpler. From packing services to temperature-controlled storage facilities, we’re there throughout the process to help you proceed with confidence.
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