There is so much to remember when it comes to moving from one house to another; from all the big items to the little things like paperwork. No wonder people “hate” moving!
In our years and years of working with residents here in Vaughan, ON, we have learned a few things about how to make moving a more stress-free process. Keep reading for our most beneficial tips and tricks!
- Label Boxes
If you don’t think this is important, ask your friends—at least one of them has made this mistake during a move, and it was probably the last time they ever forgot to label their moving boxes. The impact of not labeling your boxes is pretty big. Once moved, without the help of labels, you will likely find yourself tearing into boxes and boxes and scattering items everywhere just to find what you need. Tip: label each box with the name of the room it came from/belongs to, what’s in it (be as detailed as you like—more is more), annotate whether it is fragile or not, and draw thick arrows in the direction the box should be. - Prune, purge, donate, and throw away!
There is absolutely no sense in packing things you do not need, like, or use. Moving is the perfect time to offload extra clutter. If you, deep down, know there are many items you no longer use or wear—wouldn’t it be nice not to pack these things? Ask yourself some of these questions to help you de-clutter before your big move:
- Has it been longer than a year since I wore this?
- Does this fit me anymore?
- Is this the décor I want in my new space?
- Is there someone I know who may love this more than I do?
- Is this item irreparably broken?
- Do I have multiples of this and, if so, can I gift the extras to someone?
- Thinking about my current style—does this work for me anymore?
- Have I been meaning to donate this?
- Set aside an “essentials” box
In HUGE letters, write “essentials” and “do NOT pack!” In this box, you will pack the items you want to keep with Essential items are as follows:
- Daily items: toiletries, medicine, Band-Aids, toilet paper, etc.
- Seasonal items: summertime may call for the kids’ favorite sandbox toys; wintertime may call for mittens and scarves and earmuffs.
- Routine items: are you a hard-core coffee or tea drinker? What about the multi-vitamins—do you take those each morning? Do you carry a lunchbox to work? Think about your daily routine and set aside these items.
- Set-up your forwarding address ahead of time
There is nothing worse than realizing you’ve missed bills or invitations because you overlooked informing the Canada Post! Don’t forget this important step of moving in Vaughan, ON. Our suggestion: five days ahead of time, begin forwarding your mail to the new house.
Want more tips and tricks like these? Give us a call here at ABS Movers & Storage. We can’t wait to help you with your next move!
ABS Movers & Storage | 17 Dora Ave Toronto, ON M6H 1J5 | (416) 588-1499
