Even though moving to a new place can be difficult, crossing state boundaries can seem completely unattainable! Are you struggling to move to a new, far-off place and pack your belongings? If that’s the case, don’t be alarmed.
This long-distance moving manual will answer all of your concerns and make you feel more prepared.
Make a Long-Distance Moving Plan
Your long-distance move will be easier the more planning you do.
It is impossible to put off organizing such an important move. Get to work and make a schedule as soon as you are aware that you are moving. Don’t put it off until the last moment.
Determine the time you must arrive at your new place first. Do you have to be there on a specific day to start a new job or make sure your kids are at school on time? Also, determine how much time you have to prepare, travel, and settle in by working backward from the time you need to arrive.
Set due dates for important tasks and break the moving process up into smaller, more manageable portions. Give yourself deadlines for things like hiring movers, packing particular spaces, and connecting utilities in your new house.
Update Your Important Records, Utilities, and Mail
Moving to a new location and being unable to access important papers because you neglected to update your address is one of the most unpleasant experiences (or updating your address too late). Instead of waiting until you’ve moved, it’s simpler to tackle these activities while you’re still in your current residence.
Make arrangements with the post office to have your mail forwarded to your new address. Typically, you can choose the day you want to begin receiving mail at the new address online.
Get the utilities for your home or flat switched to your name by contacting utility companies as well. You won’t show up at a house or apartment that is frigid or without an internet connection by updating utility information.
How to Prepare Your Home for a Long-Distance Moving Process
Starting your long-distance moving packing can be intimidating. It requires a lot more preparation than a local move. However, by using these packing suggestions, you can simplify and take on this challenging project:
Make a “Do Not Pack” & “Pack” List
When you start packing, making lists might help you feel more in control.
Take a walk-through of your home or apartment using a notepad or the Notes app on your phone. Make two lists, one for things you want to pack and the other for things you don’t, for each room.
This may initially appear to be a time-consuming operation. In reality, starting to pack ahead of time can save you a ton of time. Making “pack” and “do not pack” lists helps you avoid bringing a ton of extra clutter with you when you move into a new house.
In a new setting, you’re starting over. Why would you bring along a ton of outdated items that you don’t need anymore?
Donate clutter and unwanted items
Decide what you want to do with the things you won’t be bringing with you after you’ve finalized your “do not pack” lists. Do you want to hold a yard sale to sell your unwanted items and earn some additional money? Would you be willing to give them to a nearby shelter or secondhand shop?
The majority of your stuff can probably be used again. Some, though, will have to be disposed of immediately.
Give purging, decluttering, and donating a day or two of your time (or more) so you have time to organize and reduce your possessions before packing.
Packing materials
You can purchase packing boxes in a variety of sizes if you’re willing to spend more money. You can also get in touch with nearby companies and request their extra boxes. Especially if you want to reduce the cost of moving.
Check social media to see if anyone nearby has any boxes they’d like to give to you. Many people also give moving boxes away after they move.
Make sure you have plenty of tape, bubble wrap, and packing paper in addition to boxes. Additionally, purchase many markers so you can properly label boxes.
Long distance moving requires a list of priorities
Pack your remaining possessions in order of importance once you have a stack of boxes, a stack of tape, and rolls of bubble wrap available. Examine your remaining possessions to determine which can be packed now and which you’ll need to keep using up until moving day.
You can pack your winter coat and snow boots now, for instance. Especially if your move takes place in the summer. However, have warm-weather attire close at hand to ensure that you are comfortable before your move. Try your best to rationally arrange your items while you pack. Put all of your office materials, for instance, in a box marked “Office.”
In another moving container, label it “Winter clothing,” and then place all of your winter clothing inside.
Make The Call And Book Your Long-Distance Moving Crew ASAP
Moving across a country takes time and is quite stressful. But try not to let your nerves get the better of you.
You can set yourself and your loved ones up for a (mostly) stress-free moving experience with careful planning and preparation. To begin, have long-distance movers perform labor-intensive tasks for you.
Get in touch with Zenith Moving and book a free estimation.
