There are a lot of effective moving tips out there that will help you have a smooth move. We have covered many of our favorite moving tips on the blog. However, there are some moving tips that aren’t mentioned as often but are just as effective as the most common ones.
To really make your move as smooth as possible, incorporate these lesser-known moving tips into your process.
Less Talked About Moving Tips
Reserve parking spaces
If you are moving to an apartment building or a home with limited parking availability, be sure to make arrangements for parking ahead of moving day. Check with the complex, city or your neighbors to reserve space for the moving truck and any other vehicles that will need to park at your old and new homes the day of the move to avoid any conflicts or tickets.
Use cling wrap for liquids
It’s always frustrating to open a box of toiletries or cleaning products to find that one (or more) of its contents has leaked all over the box. An easy fix for this is to wrap each item in cling wrap, an inexpensive plastic wrap that will prevent liquids from escaping. It’s a quick, cheap step that will save you a lot of headache!
Plan out your meals
With all that you have to worry about during a move, what you eat often becomes an afterthought. This leads to a lot of unhealthy takeout and drive-thru meals. To stay healthy and nourished during your move without having to think about what you’re going to eat, plan out your meals ahead of time. It will make meals one less thing you have to think about amidst a busy day and you’ll know that you’re eating something good.
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Color code your boxes
Inventorying your items during a move is a must to keep everything organized and easier during the unpacking stage. We recommend taking it an extra step and color coding your boxes, as well, according to room. This will speed things up a bit on moving day because movers will be able to glance at a box and know instantly by the color where it goes rather than having to look for the name of the room on the label.
Take pictures of your electronics wiring and shelf décor
It can be a big hassle to figure out where all the wires go when you are putting your electronics back together in the new home. Save yourself all that headache by taking a picture of the wires ahead of time and clearly labeling them before packing them. Also, take photos of your shelf décor so you can easily and quickly recreate that, as well.
Tape small hardware to your furniture
It’s easy to lose track of small hardware like screws when you take apart furniture for the move. Place them in labeled baggies and tape the baggies to the piece of furniture it belongs to so you don’t have to wonder what goes where, or which box you packed the hardware in.
Hire sitters
Moving day can get a little chaotic. If you have small children or pets, hiring sitters for them is the best way to keep them comfortable and entertained while you keep your complete focus on the move. Fewer distractions means everyone can do their jobs quicker and more efficiently.