Published June 14, 2023
5 Tips for Efficient Packing/ Moving
5 Tips for Efficient Packing & Moving
Let’s face it: we all want to be outstanding packers. There’s something appealing about a box, bag, or suitcase packed neatly, tightly, and with no wasted space. Still, even our best packing intentions tend to dissolve on moving day.
Fortunately, that doesn’t always have to be the case.
This blog shares our top tips for efficient packing and moving, even when you’re rushed, tired, or just looking forward to getting into your new space. Downsize, get more efficient and become the packing guru you truly are with these efficiency-focused packing and moving tips.
Lets the tips begin:
Use items you already have:
Whenever possible, use items you already have to pack and move your belongings. Instead of buying moving boxes, use suitcases to pack the clothes in your closet, or fill those big Tupperware bins in the garage with sturdy items that won’t break easily.
Instead of purchasing packing paper or peanuts to protect delicate items, use soft goods like towels, t-shirts, and bedding to wrap dishes or provide padding in boxes of breakables. Use pots and pans to hold small items, and put bulky items like throw pillows and blankets in decorative storage containers.
This process saves you money on moving supplies and allows you to move more of your items in a single run.
Declutter first:
You’ve heard us say it before, but here it is again: declutter first! Getting rid of items you don’t need makes packing and moving much more manageable.
In addition to decreasing the volume of items you need to move, it also speeds up the packing process, allows you to consume less packing materials, and makes unpacking and moving more streamlined.
Here are a few tips to help you declutter efficiently:
Work through your house room by room, making two piles: one pile of items to throw away and one pile of things to donate or give away.
Be ruthless about decluttering. Duplicate items, items you haven’t used in more than a year, or items that are damaged and unlikely to be repaired should all go. If you run into things you can’t bear to part with but don’t want to move, contact our team about residential storage services to keep your belongings safe until you need them again.
Ask for help and get the whole family involved. Have your kids and spouse go through their belongings to declutter the entire house as quickly as possible.
Consider holding a yard sale to make extra cash from the items you no longer need.
3. Create a moving checklist:
Make a comprehensive checklist of all the tasks you need to complete before, during, and after the move. This will help you stay organized and ensure you don't forget anything important.
Here are some benefits of creating a moving checklist:
Organization: A moving checklist helps you stay organized throughout the entire moving process. It allows you to keep track of tasks, deadlines, and important details, ensuring that nothing is overlooked or forgotten.
Efficiency: By breaking down the moving process into smaller, manageable tasks, a checklist helps you streamline your efforts. You can prioritize tasks and tackle them one by one, which increases your efficiency and reduces stress.
Time management: Moving can be a time-consuming endeavor, and a checklist helps you allocate your time effectively. It enables you to plan ahead, set realistic deadlines, and ensure that everything is completed within the desired timeframe.
4. Don’t empty your dresser drawers:
Instead of emptying your dresser drawers, use moving tape to secure them, and then move the entire dresser in one fell swoop. This will dramatically cut down on your moving time AND make unpacking and settling much easier.
While it makes moving more convenient, this tip will also make dressers considerably heavier. If you’re moving on your own, make sure you have the necessary equipment (dollies or a forearm forklift) to move heavy furniture safely.
Alternatively, hire a team of experienced residential movers to do it for you.
5. Get packing supplies:
Stock up on sturdy boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and other essential packing materials. You can often find free boxes at local grocery stores or ask friends and family if they have any to spare. Packing supplies are essential tools for new movers to ensure the safe and organized transportation of belongings from one location to another. They help protect the items, streamline the moving process, and provide peace of mind when moving from one location to another.