Moving houses can be an exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. With peak moving season upon us, it’s important to be prepared and organized – and that’s where I come in! In this blog, I’m going to share my best tips for making your move go as smoothly as possible during peak season. So grab a pen and a notebook and let’s get started on conquering the craziness of moving!
Planning Ahead
To successfully move during peak moving season, advanced planning can help ensure a successful journey. Being proactive and organized is key! Here are some tips to help you plan ahead:
- Estimate Moving Costs: Get accurate estimates for your move by discussing with a certified moving professional and determine the best way to cover the cost. Consider your budget, packing materials, supplies and other services that may apply like storage or cleaning.
- Book Early: Contact potential professional movers weeks before your move can help secure an available moving date and time as demand increases during peak season. Obtain all necessary documents in advance such as insurance certificates and contracts. Verify all pricing upfront so there are no unexpected surprises on the day of the move.
- Create A Moving Kit: Prepare a binder or folder with all the important documents associated with your move for easy access such as rental agreements, house deeds, maps of new neighborhood etc. This will help make the transition easy!
- Purge Your Belongings: Start going through each room in the house and decide what you still need before day of the move; purge any unwanted items/furniture by selling them or donating them to charity – this will save time and money on your relocation costs!
- Gather Boxes & Supplies: Collect enough boxes of various shapes, sizes– label each one carefully in order to save time unpacking all items at new destination home; also obtain necessary supplies, like bubble wrap to protect fragile items during transportation
Booking Movers
Before you start your moving process, it is essential to book movers. If you are moving during peak moving season (June-September), you may want to book your movers as early as possible, as this is the most popular time for people to move. You should be aware that hiring movers during peak season can be more expensive than usual, so it is always a good idea to shop around for rates and compare services before deciding on several professionals. Additionally, it is possible that certain companies or services might not be available at peak times due to supply and demand.
When booking movers, research the company online, read reviews about their past work and contact several companies for them to provide you with accurate estimates. Ask questions about their services to make an informed decision on who will manage your move most effectively. Ensure that the company provides a clear contract outlining all costs associated with the move and that they have up-to-date licensing and insurance coverage.
Be sure to check all details of their services before signing anything! Once booked, confirm all specifics of the job, such as dates, times and locations, with each mover individually before any transfer occurs. Knowing these details ahead of time can help prevent any delays or additional costs down the road due to miscommunication or misunderstandings between both parties, which could cause disarray on a moving day.
Packing and Preparing
Amidst the chaos of a house move, it’s important to have an effective plan of action in place. To ensure everything is as smooth and painless as possible, packing and preparation are key ingredients to success.
To act quickly and efficiently during peak moving season, we recommend taking the following steps:
- Create an inventory list: Make a comprehensive list of all items you will be moving well before the scheduled moving day. Take photos of your belongings, create an inventory spreadsheet or even videotape all your items in each room – whatever works best for you!
- Start packing early: Making sure you are ready ahead of time is key to maximizing efficiency during a move. As such, you must start collecting packing supplies – such as boxes, tape and other materials – weeks before your scheduled move-out date. Staying organized is key! Try labelling each box by room so unpacking will be less stressful once you reach your new space. Additionally, begin sorting through your belongings and decide what to throw away or donate to cut back on clutter.
- Arrange for transport: Depending on how much property needs to be moved (and the distance), transport can involve anything from renting a small truck to having hired movers with vans come in to do the job professionally. If you plan ahead, this should not take too much stress off you! Researching transportation options early will give you time to shop around for deals that fit within your budget while still adhering to specific timelines.
Moving Day
Moving day is the big day, and to ensure it goes as smoothly as possible, you’ll need to prepare. You can do a few key things on the day to ensure everything stays on track and that you stay organized.
- Consider what items will be moved first, who will help you move those items and any other tasks that may need to be done before, during or after your move. It’s hard to think about all the small details involved once it’s already started, so take some time beforehand to consider each step in your move.
- Get yourself organized on the morning of your move. Put a labelled box together with essentials such as kitchen utensils and cleaning supplies to ensure you have all you need to start setting up your new home immediately.
- Allow plenty of time for loading and unloading your moving truck. Many moving companies have strict time limits on their rental truck usage, so block off a whole day for the moving process, including any additional stops along the way, such as storage facilities or an extra family member’s home where storage items may need to be dropped off before arriving at your new home.
- Keep vehicles clear of boxes while en route. Put all necessary paperwork in one place, so it doesn’t get forgotten behind some boxes or left behind at an old residence by mistake. Your driver’s license and other forms based on identification should stay with you for arriving at security checkpoints or dealing with any unexpected problems along the way. Make sure everything else is labelled with clear contact information that can easily be identified in case anything gets misplaced or stolen during transit.
Moving day doesn’t have to be difficult if you are well prepared ahead of time – use this moving guide for helpful tips on preparing for this special day!
FAQs
Moving during the peak season can be challenging, but the process can be much easier and smoother with a few tips and tricks. Here are some frequently asked questions to help make a move a successful endeavour.
How can I prepare for my move?
Preparation for your move should begin early on in order to stay organized and save money. Make sure to research moving companies and get multiple estimates before choosing one; also, keep in mind estimated costs for packing materials, insurance coverage and storage fees if necessary. Create checklists of tasks that need to be completed prior to moving day, which should include things like notifying banks, utility companies or schools for your children about the change of address. Packing important documents separately in one place may also simplify the process after you arrive at your new home.
What are some tips for packing during peak moving season?
Moving during the peak season may require more advanced planning due to the limited availability of truck rental or hired help, so it’s best to reserve items such as these early on. Pack heavier items into smaller boxes since they will be easier to carry, while fragile objects should be packed individually into designated boxes labelled ‘fragile.’ Utilizing plastic bags over cardboard boxes will help ensure clothing and linens stay wrinkle-free during transit while also helping prevent any possible mildewing or soaking from rain or humidity throughout your journey.
Take the time required to label containers so that unpacking becomes more accessible; you should include both what room each item goes in along with its contents inside the box itself, so you’ll know exactly what’s inside each one when it arrives at its destination even if labels become damaged or lost along the way!
Conclusion
Once you set your move date, it’s essential to focus on preparing for a smooth relocation. If you plan ahead and ensure everything is organized, you can reduce the stress of a move during peak season.