Moving is always a stressful process for families. Yet data shows that the average American moves around 11 times in a lifetime. Moving can be emotionally overwhelming as it is a process of uprooting from familiar and beloved surroundings and people. There might be a certain level of uncertainty regarding the new home and relocation. Coupled with this is the physical labor of packing and moving. While there is always the convenient option of hiring a moving company, some planning will always make the moving process much easier for everyone.
L&H Moving Company offers some pointers on planning from their work experience as an Austin moving company.
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Setting Timelines
Depending on the dates that are fixed as the last possible in the old home or the first day the new home can be occupied, various things need to be planned. Each household can check and set deadlines for things like changing the mailing address or instruction to hold mail so that it can be picked at convenience, last day of school, canceling memberships to local gyms and libraries, last visits to the family doctor and vets if there are pets to ensure that medical documents are updated, and if possible there are references for the new place from the previous medical caregiver. It would be helpful to have an idea of when to start packing up things and deciding what to start with. Homeowners planning to hire affordable movers can start research for the same.
2. Aim to Declutter
Moving homes is the best opportunity to declutter. A new home might require changes in furniture or appliances because of space considerations. If shifting to a place with a very different climate, it is a good time to destash unnecessary clothes, furnishing, and accessories. For many families, this is the perfect time to do away with toys that have been outgrown and any items that have not been useful in a long time. It might be a good idea to separate such objects well before moving day and sort them into what has to be discarded and what can be donated.
3. Don’t Blow Up The Kids!
Children are usually affected a lot by moving. It would be good to try to prevent meltdowns and stress in children during moving, with a little care. Children should be involved in the process; while all of them need to be told why the move is necessary and where the move is to, depending on their age, they can even be roped in to help. Planning ahead can help to throw a good-bye party for friends at home or some time to take pictures at their favorite spots and school. Children can be reassured that they can maintain friendships through social media. The family can make a list of interesting things to do, places to hang out, or new facilities or events at the new school to make the move exciting. Parents with young children can make arrangements for a babysitter or a family member to take care of them on moving day, or any day on which heavy-duty packing work is planned. It might be a lot less of a strain to get help from a moving company to pack, so that option should be considered.
4. The Best Things Do Come In Small Packages
Plan ahead for the first night or day at the new place by packing a few small boxes. Each member can have their essentials packed like for an overnight trip. Children’s essentials can include their toiletries, pajamas, a favorite blanket or soft toy, a favorite snack, etc. Bathroom essentials like toilet paper, handwash, soap, etc must be kept handy. All vital documents must be filed and kept in an accessible and safe place. Families that have pets can ensure pet food and familiar accessories like a bed or dish are packed last and can be unpacked easily on arrival. If taking the assistance of a local mover, they can provide invaluable tips on what to pack for the first few days, and help to pack them last and in an accessible manner as necessary.
5. A Smooth Touchdown
Small steps can make the first night or day happier and stress-free. If possible, the family can plan on a place to order or takeaway food. If boxes have been packed and labeled as per room, they can be placed accordingly. The moving company can even unpack for the family if that is required and agreed upon. Many of the best moving companies even offer home staging services, like L&H Moving Company, Austin offers assistance in putting things in place and ready to use, like hanging up frames and curtain rods.
Moving is always complicated, and there is no easy way out. But with some careful planning, the move can be much less excruciating. Homeowners looking for the best moving services in Austin to relocate anywhere within the state of Texas can contact L&H Moving Company on the phone at (512) 856-7730. This Austin moving company that prides itself on core values of transparency, integrity, and reliability can enable the execution of moving plans in the smoothest way possible.
