How to plan a House Moving | Packers and Movers Blogs

Planning a house move can be compared to doing a big and complicated puzzle - you need to put all the pieces together in the right way to achieve ultimate success. If you lose a puzzle piece or misplace it, you will never get the picture you intended. Likewise, if you miss a step of the moving plan or don't schedule it right, you'll never finish the necessary moving preparations on time and won't be able to guarantee a smooth, hassle-free moving.

Here's how to solve the planning puzzle on the go:

When to start planning a move

You'll have to make a plan on the go, but when exactly do you need to do it? How far in advance should you start planning your move so that you have enough time to consider all aspects of the complex moving process and think through every little detail?

Moving distance 

The further away you are, the more complicated the moving process will be, so you will need to start designing your moving strategy months in advance.

Move Size 

The larger your household, the longer it will take to prepare everything and everyone to move, so the earlier you will have to start planning your move.

Time for your move 

If you are moving during peak season (May to September) you need to plan you're moving well ahead of time, as moving services are in high demand during this busy period and it will not be easy to find a reputable one. migrants that can accommodate all your needs and preferences. 

What to Do First When Planning to Move

Once you've done all the necessary research, it's time to start planning to leave:

1) Decide on a date to move

The first step in moving house planning is deciding on a date move and creating a move in the timeline.

Time seems to be going by faster than usual as the moving day approaches, so you have to find a way to keep up.

Moving in the peak season (May to September) will cost a lot more than moving during a less busy time of year. Also, it will be more difficult to secure the Services of a reputable moving company during the summer months when Moving Services are in high demand and good movers are fully booked months in advance.

Moving on a weekday is cheaper than moving during the weekend, but you will have to take some time off work, and friends and relatives will not be able to help you move.

Once you know the date of your move, you can make a calendar on the go that will allow you to organize the time you have left until the big day and keep track of your progress.

2) Create a moving Timeline

A moving Timeline is actually a complete to-do list that includes all the moving tasks that need to be taken care of before the moving day and the deadlines for their completion. Tasks on the list should be prioritized according to their importance, difficulty, and urgency, and tailored to the specific needs of each individual making the Home move.

Make an efficient moving budget, so you don't experience financial troubles during your move.

When you know what needs to be done in preparation for your move, you have to make sure that you will be able to cover the related costs.

3) Set up a budget on the go

it is not possible to plan a successful move without planning your moving-related expenses. Creating a mobile budget will help you assess your financial situation and determine exactly what you can afford in terms of moving assistance and post-moving expenses. You will have an accurate idea of how much money you will need for each phase of the moving process and will be able to track moving costs and respond quickly if a moving task exceeds your financial limit.

When setting up your moving budget, you need to plan for the costs of necessary packing supplies and necessary moving services (or moving truck rental), as well as for travel expenses, insurance costs, post-moving expenses, and expenses. of contingency. 

The more realistic and efficient your travel budget, the less financial risk you will face during your moving adventure. So make sure you calculate your moving costs correctly and make sure you have at least double the amount you estimated needed for your move-just to be on the safe side.

What to Do When Planning to Move

Now that you have taken all the necessary initial steps of your moving plan, you can proceed with the preparations movement:

1) Diminish your possessions

When planning to move into a new home, you probably want to start over and create the home of your dreams. To do this, you need to furnish your new place with practical and aesthetically pleasing items, to surround yourself with things you love and that have special meaning to you.

Many of your current possessions (duplicate, outdated, outdated, worn out, or damaged items; items you don't like; items you won't be able to use in your new environment; etc.) do not fit into any of the categories and will not be appropriate for your dream home. Also, taking all of your earthly possessions with you is going to be very expensive (moving costs are based on the weight of the order and the complexity of the job, so the more items you decide to move, the more you'll have to pay) and very difficult (packing, loading, and unloading may take longer and requires more effort, some items will have special packing and moving-requirements, you will need more packing of supplies, a bigger movement of the crew, a large movement of trucks, etc.)

Therefore, you are strongly advised to go through your belongings well in advance of your move and decide what is worth bringing into your new home and what should be left behind. Consider the value of each individual item, the type of your movement, and the movement cost, and divide your items into three groups – “Things to keep”, “Things to sell or donate”, and “Things to throw away”. (See also: How to declutter your home before moving)

Making a moving inventory is an essential part of moving planning.

A detailed motion inventory will be of great help to you throughout the moving process.

Get rid of the items from the last two groups before moving and start preparing the rest of your belongings for the move.

2) Make a stock move

Once you've decided which of your belongings to take with you and which ones to leave behind, it's time to create a stock move. Make a detailed list of the items you have to move and include all relevant information about them – their type, distinguishing characteristics (material, brand, model number, etc.), estimated value, destination room, and most importantly, a statement of its current condition, along with sufficient evidence (photos, warranties, quality certificates, appraisal statements, etc.).

3) Ensuring aid movement

Regardless of whether you are planning to move to another state or to another neighborhood in your city, you cannot possibly relocate your entire family on your own – you need help:

Hiring professional packers and movers is your best bet, especially when moving out of state, the experts will have the right cargo handling equipment, experience, and professional know-how to handle your moving in. the safest and most efficient possible. You are recommended to fill out a moving quote to contact several reputable moving companies, request in-house estimates of your moving costs, compare offers, research the movers that seem to best suit your needs, and choose the right partner. moving right for you;

Of course, renting a moving vehicle and transporting your belongings to your new address by yourself is also a viable option, especially if you are moving short distances. If you decide on a self-move, however, make sure you get help from trusted friends as you won't be able to lift and transport your heavy furniture and other bulky household items on your own.

4) Organize a smooth moving day

The moving day is the culmination of the moving process – all your moving planning boils down to this moment, so you need a really good moving day plan if you want things to run smoothly and efficiently. You need to plan for everything – the weather, the traffic, the parking problems, the best way to handle your engines, the safety of your items, your property, and everyone involved in the move, the possible difficulties, the possible solutions… you even need to plan for the food and beverage industry!

to manage everything and keep everything moving according to plan, you need to know what happens on move day and how best to prepare for it. 

With this, your “planning a moving checklist” is complete. All that's left to do is work out a plan to reduce the notorious stress on the move.