Easy Moving Tips from Alhood Van Lines
Simple tips that you can save time & money on your next relocation!
- Move most objects to the main floor or garage if possible
- Leave clothes in dressers, remove valuables or breakables
- Tape boxes properly on top and bottom
- Disassemble what you can, including bed frames, couch feet, table legs, etc.
- Throw away things you are not needing or using
- Assign a name to each room and label boxes to make the move-in easier
- Always read reviews and research moving companies thoroughly
- Try to take light bulbs, lampshades and liquids yourself
- Make sure your moving company is licensed and insured
- Put anything smaller than a lamp in a box
- In-home estimates can help to take the guesswork out of the price of your move
- Get estimates in writing
- Try to keep a clean path through your home for movers to carry large items
- Help the movers find the closest and most efficient place to park the truck
- Have your appliances unplugged and disconnected
- Keep all pets and children out of harm’s way
- Label all boxes on the front rather than the top
- Remove shelves from hutches, bookshelves, etc.
- Remove loose items from desks
- Move all plants and animal life
- Disconnect and move your propane tank
- Take down all wall decor and pictures
- Having a location for each piece of furniture in mind before the move may prove to be quite helpful
- Remember you hired professionals to take the stress out of your move, so please try to confidently relax as much as possible