Whether you relocate across town or to another state, moving can be overwhelming. In addition to packing your belongings and organizing important documents, you have to buy packing supplies and perhaps, hire professional movers. However, if you plan ahead, you can make the process a lot easier. Here’s a checklist to help you begin.

Two Months Before

A couple of months before your big move, take the time to go through your belongings and decide what you want to keep and what you want to throw away or donate. If you haven’t used an item in a while, there’s no sense in letting it take up extra room in your boxes. 

It’s also a good idea to find all of your important documents, including birth certificates, passports, and medical records, and put them in a safe place.

Six Weeks Before

When you have six weeks until your move, you should start researching professionals movers. Get quotes from at least three companies offering moving services, and check their references. You should also buy packing supplies and begin putting your belongings in boxes. The earlier you start packing, the less you have to pack later. In addition, notify your service providers that you’re moving, and change your address with the U.S. Postal Service.

One Week Before

A week before you move into your new place, clean your house or apartment thoroughly. Dust all the surfaces, sweep the floors, vacuum the carpets, and wipe down the windows. This is also an ideal time to call the professional movers you hired to confirm the time and date of the move.

The Night Before

The night before the big day, defrost your refrigerator, and pack some essentials in a bag, including a toothbrush, face wash, and phone charger. This saves you from searching through the boxes for these necessities during the first night at your new place.

If you’re ready to relocate, it’s time to contact some professional movers. Sam Hollis & Sons Moving & Storage in Foley, AL, was founded in 1976 and specializes in short- and long-distance moves. The local moving company is reliable and has the equipment to safely transport your belongings from one location to another. For more information, call 251-943-6021 or visit the website.