Though moving into a new residence is often an exciting experience, most people don’t exactly enjoy the packing process. One of the keys to making the experience easy and stress-free is by getting an early start. Professional movers recommend the following helpful guideline on how far in advance you should start packing certain belongings. 

When Should You Start Packing?

1-2 Months in Advance 

About four to eight weeks prior to your official move date, start going through your closets, basement, and attic. Make separate piles of items you want to keep, donate, and discard. Start packing nonessential or seasonal items, such as fine china, books, collectibles, and holiday decorations. Schedule a yard sale to make some extra cash and start looking for reliable movers in your area. 

1-2 Weeks Before

In the final weeks leading up to your move, finish packing all nonessential items, including extra clothing, shoes, accessories, linens, towels, artwork, and home decor. Start gathering important documents, such as tax forms, insurance policies, and lease agreements, and organize them into boxes. Label the furniture you plan to keep and discard, and start removing the latter from your home to make space for your moving company. 

Last-Minute 

Right before your move, create a box for valuable and important items, such as jewelry, credit cards, and personal identification, and plan to keep this in your own vehicle. Put any perishable food items in ice chests so that they will remain fresh during transport. Set aside a “day of” box that includes items you can’t go without, such as food, water, toilet paper, clothes, toiletries, and medication.

 

Keep moving day calm and easy with help from Big John Movers. Since 1969, they have provided moving services for offices and residences throughout the greater Cincinnati area. Call (513) 244-5646 to make an appointment with these movers. Visit them online to request a quote, take advantage of specials, and learn more about what these movers have to offer.