Moving can be one of the toughest things for many people because there is a lot involved and the stress that come with it.
Moving is not a simple task, you need to properly plan if you want everything to go well. There are some people who think they wouldn’t have to worry about moving when using a professional removals company, but this is not the right way to think. Proper planning ensures the moving process goes smoothly and you don’t forget anything or risk your precious goods.
Below are some house removals packing tips that will go a long way.
Start early
Go through your belongings at least six weeks in advance. This will help you know the things that you use frequently and those that you don’t use often. You can start packing those that you don’t use regularly to make it easier for you later. Remember to pack the things you use regularly in the same boxes to ensure you access things you will need right away after reaching your new destination.
Get plenty of packing supplies in time
There will be lots of packing supplies you will need. No matter how small your house may seem, you will need more supplies and boxes than you think. There are many packing supplies you can get from the local store or professional moving company.
Make an inventory
You need to have a list of all the things you are putting in each box. This will make it easier for you to find your thing when unpacking. This can seem unnecessary when you only have a couple of boxes, but once you start packing the whole house, the number of boxes will increase, making it important to know where what is. This will also help you know how each box will be handled.
Select the right size boxes
It is always a good idea to pack heavier items such as books, canned food etc, in smaller items, and lighter items in bigger boxes. This will make it easier to carry around the boxes. Always avoid loading more than 50 pounds into one box.
Keep personal items with you
You should not pack official documents, passports, birth certificates, licenses, cash, financial documents and jewelrey. Many of these items are not replaceable and can mean a lot of losses in case they get lost during the moving.
Protect Fragile Items
You need to insulate breakable item before packing them. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on packing peanuts you can try wrapping them in cloth you already have; towels, clothing, beddings etc. Clean socks usually fit well inside of stemware and glasses. Plates are usually fragile, but you can prevent breaking by packing them side to side just like in a dishwasher, instead of stacking them on top of each other.
Moving is not as hard as it may seem. You just need to plan in advance and you will have an easier time. With the above tips, you won’t have much stress when moving.
