How To Prepare for a Relocation

Moving to a new home can be an exciting but stressful experience. With so much to do, you can feel overwhelmed trying to figure out where to start. Fortunately, you can take some simple steps to make sure your relocation is as smooth and stress-free as possible. This blog is a guide to help you prepare for a successful relocation.

Create and Implement a Packing Plan

Packing for a move may be challenging for you, but it's crucial to take your time and do it well to keep your belongings secure and safe while you move them. You should gather the necessary packing materials first. This includes durable corrugated boxes in various sizes, dividers, foam pouches, and bubble wrap. Other materials include telescopic boxes for artwork, TVs, and mirrors; plastic bins for electronics and apparel; and bankers' boxes for office supplies and files.

So that you can keep track of where everything needs to be for your new place, name each container according to the room it will be located in and its contents. To make loading easier for the movers, sort your boxes according to their weight. You should avoid putting items on top of heavy furniture. You should also keep heaps of boxes away from entrances, so people can move easily maneuver between them.

Finally, you should be aware of personal items that expert movers will not touch, such as money, sensitive documents, precious photos, pets, food, medications, household chemicals, and paints. You'll want to pack and transport these items yourself as you bring them along. Following these instructions may simplify the packing process and protect your belongings from damage during the transfer.

Prepare for the Movers

You should ensure your movers have a legal and secure location to park their big trucks when you're moving. You should contact your moving business in advance to arrange a parking permit or special permission for on-street parking. Also, let your neighbors and the leasing office at your apartment complex know, so they can prepare for the movers' arrival.

This preparation will guarantee the truck has enough room. You can have an easy moving process for all involved by investing the time to prepare for parking in advance.

Protect Your House and Assets

You should put plastic sheeting on the doorways, steps, entryway, and hallway to keep movers from tracking mud inside. Also, these materials can protect your hardwood floors from harm.

You can also use salt to improve your grip on slick steps or pathways if you are moving in the rain. You should take interior doors off their hinges when you move any large furniture. Then, gather your chargers, toiletries, and other necessities before you finish packing. 

Finally, get the proper insurance coverage to safeguard your possessions. Insurance by the pound and comprehensive coverage are the two main types of protection insurance companies commonly provide. Although insurance by the pound costs less, it only provides limited coverage. Comprehensive insurance is more expensive but will pay for any lost or damaged item.

Get Help For Younger Family Members

You should consider how your family members, especially young children, will respond to your relocation decision. Moving may be an anxious and daunting event, so get the help you need to make the transition as painless as possible. 

You can hire a sitter or nanny for young children. Your kids will be secure and comfortable, and you can concentrate on moving items.

If you cannot hire a babysitter, you can ask a relative or friend to watch your kids while you focus on moving. Alternatively, you might research daycare facilities for your kids.

Contact us at Bronco Moving if you need moving services in or around Aurora, Parker, or Denver, CO.