Expert advice to help you prepare for a smooth, stress-free move.
Begin planning your move at least 6-8 weeks in advance. Create a timeline, budget, and checklist to stay organized.
Go through each room and decide what to keep, donate, sell, or discard. Less stuff means lower moving costs.
Label each box with its contents and destination room. Use color-coded labels for quick identification on moving day.
Pack a separate bag with essentials: toiletries, change of clothes, medications, phone chargers, snacks, and important documents.
Before disconnecting electronics, take photos of the cable connections so you can easily set them up in your new home.
Use bubble wrap, packing paper, and padding for delicate items. Mark boxes as "FRAGILE" and load them last on the truck.
Update your address with the post office, banks, insurance, subscriptions, and government agencies before your move date.
Defrost freezers 24 hours ahead. Secure washer drums. Disconnect gas appliances professionally.
Measure large furniture and doorways at both locations to avoid surprises on moving day. Disassemble what you can.
Keep water and snacks available for yourself and the movers. Moving is physically demanding work.
