Moving is a hassle no matter which way you look at it. When you have systems in place to help you achieve better order, it will help with your sanity during this process. In order to reduce the stress and disorganization that comes from moving, try these 11 moving hacks.
1. Assign Every Box a Number
Each box you pack is assigned a number. Keep a master list with the contents of the boxes. If something comes up missing, you will be able to locate it on the master list. If a box itself comes up missing, you will know what was in it to make a claim.
2. Color Code Each Room
Assign each room in the new home a color. Mark the boxes with the room color in which the box belongs. Hang colored sheets up in the rooms of the new house. The movers will know where each box belongs without you having to direct traffic all day long.
3. Score Free Boxes & Packing
Finding free boxes and packing is possible. Check out these ideas:
- Colleges in Late August
- Craigslist
- Local Facebook pages
- Local mom & pop stores
- Liquor stores
4. Purge Before Packing
Always purge before you pack. There is no need to pack up what you do not want to keep.
5. Remove Carpet Dents
Place ice over dented carpet. As the ice melts, it soaks into the carpet raising it to its formal height.
6. Fill Holes With Common Things
Fill holes in walls with toothpaste or soap. It makes them less visual.
7. Wrap Hammer With Rubber Band
Wrap the head of your hammer with a rubber band. As you remove nails, it will not leave scuff marks on the walls.
8.Take Closet on Hangers
Bag up clothes that are already on hangers. They will be ready to put right back in the closet at the new home.
9. Take Pictures to Remember
Take pictures of how the cords hook up on the back of the computer, of how the bed frame attaches, and how you like your pictures grouped together on the wall. This will help you remember for setting up your new home.
10. Have a Personal Tote
Collect your personal belongings into one tote. This way you don’t lose the things you need immediately.
- Toothpaste and Brush
- Laptop
- Immediate documents
11. Plates on Sides
Always pack plates up on their sides. Stacking plates is too much weight and can cause them to break.
Making your move as easy as possible is the key to a successful move. You want to be able to find your things when you get in your new space. It takes time to organize your move, but the results are worth the up-front effort every time.