For some local moves, all you might need is just to load everything you own in the back of a van and hit the road. Long distance moves requires a lot more planning and some professional long distance moving tips.
The One Move team has prepared some tips to help you remember everything you need to do ahead of time in order to have a successful move.
Moving Tips To Remember Before Planning For A Long Distance Move?
Plan Ahead
Long distance moves are a major life event, and the best way to make sure yours goes smoothly is to make sure you plan ahead. Whether you like to go with the flow or you want every prepared in a spreadsheet, you should write down every moving-related task you need to accomplish.
Stay on schedule
Now that you’ve got a plan, you need to stay on schedule. Tasks like utility installation and school enrollment are time sensitive, so you don’t want to be scrambling at the last minute. To keep yourself from forgetting what you need to do and when, try scheduling chunks of time on your calendar for moving-related tasks or setting up reminders on your phone.
Update important documents like your license
Changing your address requires updating your information in a lot of different places. However, it gets even more complicated when you’re moving long distance. You may need to update your driver’s license and registration and other important documents. Make sure to plan ahead and research what all needs to be updated! This is one tip that cannot be ignored. Trust us.
Get rid of things you don’t need
With a long distance move, the cost of your move is going to be based on the weight of the items you ship. The more you ship, the more you will end up paying. It is usually a good idea to take the time to go through your belongings and decide what you would still use and what you can get rid of. Consider holding a garage sale before your move or donating unneeded items to the Salvation Army or other charities of your choice. Also take a moment to consider if you will no longer need certain items at your new home. If you need certain items disposed, One Move offer hauling services too.
Let the professionals handle it
While moving hacks can save you loads of time, packing up your entire house could still easily take months. If you’re moving in a hurry, work long hours, or would rather spend time with friends than pack up your home, you should consider hiring professional packers. Especially when it comes to long distance moving, having a professional safely package your belongings can be invaluable. To save time in other areas, you can also hire professionals to clean your home or help you organize before the move.
With these long distance moving tips on your mind, you can rest easy knowing you won’t have to worry about forgetting anything during your move.
