Moving day. Everyone dreads it. All that packing and cleaning, the expense; no wonder we tend to put off moving chores until the last minute, and then find ourselves ill prepared and ill equipped for the large job at hand. Spending some time early in the process on the following tips can save you a lot of time and trouble later on.
Choose Appropriate Materials-Boxes are a staple for moving because of their uniform size and durability. Heavy items such as books, fragile items such as dishes, and items that are the same size, like CDs and DVDs, should all go into boxes.
You can use bags to hold light items like plush toys, and bulkier items like bedding. Again, make sure they’re strong enough to support their contents.
Maximize Space-Both inside your containers and inside the moving van, it’s important to make the most of your space. Pack your largest objects first, and then fill in the space around them. Remember that odd-shaped and delicate items such as ornaments, even when small, require extra packing material, which makes them bulky.
When possible, use boxes that are the same size; this will allow you to fill up the space inside your moving van more efficiently, and allow you to save money by renting a smaller van.
Label Everything-Don’t simply write the name of the room the box is destined for on the outside; list some of the specific contents, so you can prioritize your unpacking. Remember that it may be weeks before you get everything unpacked, so don’t risk having something you’ll need right away buried in an inadequately labeled box.
Choose your containers wisely, label them clearly, and make the most of the space within them to reduce waste and increase productivity.
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