Planning a move house? Level up your moving preparations with useful packing and house moving tips below. Gain insights into categorizing belongings, choosing reliable movers, and safeguarding delicate possessions for a successful and efficient move. Let’s get started!
Declutter Before Packing and Moving
Before packing and moving actually start, try to sort all your belongings and discard anything you don’t want or need anymore. Items that are still in good condition can be donated or sold, rather than just thrown away. You can also “give away” your unnecessary stuff to family or friends. The fewer items you have, the easier and faster packing, loading, and unpacking will be. Plus, reducing your load can save you money.
Donate
Find a place, organization which gathers your donated clothes, items, books, etc. Donating your unused items to social charities is a wonderful way to give back to the community and make a positive impact.
If you’d like to donate your clothes and shoes, just drop by our facility at 375 Vo Nguyen Giap, An Phu, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City, and place your donations in our large Donation Box right in front of the blue self-storage warehouse! Every two weeks, MyStorage staff collect the donations and deliver them to Phuoc Tuong Pagoda, where dedicated volunteers sort and distribute them to families in need.
Master Your Moving with a To-Do List
Moving can be hectic and costly if not planned carefully. Create a moving to-do list to keep track of everything you need to do, from hiring movers to changing your address, scheduling a moving truck, packing up each room in your house, etc.
Gather Your Packing Supplies
Before you dive into packing, make sure you have all the essentials at hand. Here’s a checklist to get you started: boxes, newspaper, wrapping paper, packing tape, bubble wrap, markers.
Research Professional Moving Companies.
Finding a reliable moving company can feel stressful, but MyStorage can help you go smoothly. Our packing and moving experts handle your belongings with care, offering punctual service at affordable rates. We take pride in our clean, well-maintained transportation, ensuring your move is both hygienic and professional.
Here’s how it works, following 3 steps:
- Step 1: Sitecheck – We discuss your requirements and provide a detailed quotation.
- Step 2: Preparation – If required, packing materials like boxes and tape, etc.
- Step 3: Moving – On the scheduled day, our team handles the entire move for you.
Choose the Perfect Moving Day and Plan Ahead Your Route
Choosing the right moving day can make all the difference! Contact house moving companies well in advance and let them know your specific needs to ensure availability and a smooth process. Once you’ve picked your day, map out the best route to your new home to avoid any delays. Consider traffic patterns and any construction zones for a faster, stress-free move.
Label Moving Boxes Like a Pro and Use a Number System
The secret to easily finding your stuff is accurate and clear labeling on all your packed boxes. Label the sides as you won’t be able to see the tops when stacking them in a van or truck.
You can label the boxes by category and room. Besides, try implementing a number system. This way, you can keep track of every box and its contents with a detailed list in your Google Docs or any types of notes.
Protect Fragile Items
Use packing paper to cushion all your fragile dishware and decorative items. Stuff it inside glasses, wrap it around vases and bowls, and place it between your dishes and the box sides for extra protection.
And here’s a pro tip: stack your dish vertically! Before packing, wrap each plate individually with paper and don’t forget to tape it. Line the bottom of the box with cushioning material like paper or bubble wrap. Avoid using oversized boxes to prevent crushing. And after packing the plates, add another layer of cushioning for extra protection during transport.
Use original boxes for your electronic items
The best way to transport your electronics is in the original boxes they arrived in when you purchased them. Why original boxes? They’re custom-made to fit your electronics perfectly, offering the best protection possible.
Take a minute to check if you’ve stored those boxes somewhere in your house. If there is none left, you should make a list to borrow or to buy a specific designed box to properly take good care of your own gadgets. Use blankets, bubble wrap, and sturdy tape for extra protection.
Group Boxes by Room for Easy Unpacking
A little planning goes a long way! When loading your moving truck, stack and load boxes together based on the room labels. This way, when you arrive at your new place, you can unload all the boxes from the same room at the same time, making unpacking so much easier and faster.
