Moving can be a stressful event, but there are small steps you can take to simplify the process. Many professional moving services recommend labeling your boxes appropriately to make it easier when you reach your new destination.

While it’s easy to simply scratch a quick word on each box, the key is to label those boxes with precision to help you stay organized from start to finish. Here are three detailed moving methods to make it work for you:

• Provide Instructions: Nothing is worse than forgetting a box contains something extremely fragile until you open it and discover shards of glass or a valuable that’s been damaged. Label such boxes with “fragile” in large letters. You should also clearly identify which boxes should be opened first.
• Color Coding: Assign each room of your house a color. This makes it even easier to sort out boxes when you arrive at your new home or apartment. For example, your kitchen’s boxes may be labeled all in blue, while the basement’s boxes could be green. Assign different colors to the bedrooms to ensure no one’s belongings accidentally end up in the wrong room.
• Add Numbers: Chances are you won’t have just one box for any room. It’s a good idea to label boxes by number so you don’t miss anything. For example, if there are 20 boxes for your kitchen, you might label them “1 of 20,” “2 of 20,” and so forth. Once they’ve all been delivered, you’ll know right away if all your belongings are there.

When you pack in an organized fashion and work with a reliable moving service, you can reach your destination with as little stress as possible. By labeling your boxes, you’ll also make it easy to unpack and enjoy your new home that much sooner.

Chaz Moving is the leading moving service serving the Sparta, WI, community. For over 25 years, these local movers have completed thousands of moves. They’re expert piano and furniture movers, too, so you can entrust your most valuable pieces to them. Visit their website for more information, or call (608) 269-6683.