Moving to a new house is cause for great excitement, but it’s often also fraught with a lot of packing, planning, and panicking. To help make the process a bit smoother, we compiled a list of four important things to do before moving house. This guide will keep you calm and collected as you pack up your belongings and prepare to start your new life in your new home.
Clear out clutter
As you start packing away your belongings, you’ll likely come across a few items that you don’t wish to bring with to the new house. Whether these are damaged, outdated, or unhelpful items in your life, you’ll need to find some way to dispose of them. You can donate items that are still in good condition but no longer serve a purpose to a local charity organization. You will need to dispose of damaged items, however, in a recycling can or dumpster. If you’re moving to a smaller home and will be downsizing your belongings, it’s in your best interest to rent a dumpster for quick and convenient disposal of your unwanted items. For affordable dumpster rental in Atlanta and the surrounding areas, contact our team at Vine Disposal.
Prepare belongings
Once you sort the trash from treasure, it’s time to start preparing your belongings for the big move. Packing items in boxes according to room or use will help keep your items organized. Plus, it will make things simpler when it comes time to unpack at your new home. Be sure to wrap fragile items in a protective layer of paper or bubble wrap before packing them into boxes. If you are planning to move heavier items, such as furniture or large pieces of art, you may consider hiring a professional moving company. Professional movers will be able to safely move your belongings from your old to your new home without damaging the items or surroundings.
Pack an essentials box
As you pack up your belongings, make a pile of essential items that you will pack separately. This box or bag should contain a change of clothes, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and any other items you may need immediately upon arrival. Keep this essentials box in an easily accessible place during the move, rather than packing it into a moving truck with your other belongings.
Switch utilities
One of the most important things to do before moving house, and one thing that many people overlook, is switching utilities. Before leaving your old house, be sure to call your utility company to transfer the utilities at your old home out of your name. You’ll also want to ensure the utilities at your new house are in your name. It’s a good idea to contact your utility companies at least a week before your move. This will give them ample time to make the switch. So, you won’t need to worry about not having hot water or electricity during your first days at your new home.
