Moving houses
When moving houses with a lot of furniture, you can consider different options: move them as is, in one piece if possible. If it has drawers, remove the entire drawers to reduce the weight of the container itself and line them with plastic wrap. That way you can move them without emptying them.
You may need to disassemble them, either due to weight or for logistical reasons. Sometimes it is the best way to protect them. Yes, keep the screws and small parts that you will need to reassemble them in a small bag -type ziploc or freezer. Close it and identify it. Have a box on hand to organize these bags, as well as cables, you can compartmentalize it to avoid clutter using cardboard toilet paper rolls.
Cables and electronic elements.
To ensure that you will be able to easily connect everything again, in addition to having all the elements stored, identified and organized, it is ideal that you take photographs before disassembling, that way you will know how and where to plug in everything without headaches.
Reserve suitcases with wheels for items with a lot of weight, that way it will be easier to transport them and less risk for your lower back.
Pack room by room, neatly. It is better to go “closing stages” instead of having everything “upside down”, which leads to demotivation and disorder.
Organize the move when you have time: on the weekend or requesting a day off, check your company’s agreement, it is possible that you will be entitled to a day off due to transfer.
If you have fragile objects, ask for the help of a moving company. It may seem complicated but these guys know exactly how to help you
Think about your pet in advance. Moving can also be stressful for animals. Organize a pet-sitter or ask someone you trust to help take care of the animal that day or even the next.
Other tips:
Books with the spine down and the pages facing up.
Flammable, dangerous or potentially hazardous products during transport are best left in buckets or open boxes. Visible and easily recognizable.
Prevents liquids and toiletries from spilling. Place cling film or plastic wrap under the cap, closing the outlet well. That will prevent accidents.
Documents of value at hand.
Have a folder that you can carry yourself and control at all times. The same with jewelry or items of significant economic or sentimental value.
If you are going to transport computers, cameras, etc.,. Make backup copies of your hard drives and memories in case there are incidents during the transfer.
Announce the change of address in time and in advance to avoid problems with correspondence later. Post Office have a service that can help you forward the letters from one home or anothe. But you can also notify your contacts, supply companies or businesses that send the correspondence to the new address.
Get ready for that day, choose appropriate clothing or footwear that allows you to move. After all you are not afraid of getting dirty.
Do not be alarmed by the dust, no matter how clean your home was,. In a move there is always dust, lint and dirt. Keep on hand, along with your survival kit. Some cleaning essentials such as rags, dusting products, floor cleaners and a mop.
Last but not least, relax. A removal can be tiring most of the times, but it is always a great opportunity for a fresh new start.
