Moving requires plenty of time and planning, especially when packing. While you’ll likely feel a rush of relief when the last box is taped up, you can’t forget about unpacking at the new home either. Use the tips below to ensure your unpacking efforts move along efficiently. 

4 Tips to Make Unpacking Easier After Moving

1. Focus on Large Items First

Take measurements of your new place and strategize the layout of your primary furniture pieces. On the big day, direct your movers to place larger items such as area rugs, couches, bed frames, dressers, and shelving units where you envision them staying for the long term. By starting with these items, you’ll be able to coordinate decor placement without worrying about shifting heavy items on your own in the coming days.

2. Put Labeled Boxes in Appropriate Rooms

During the packing process, label the contents of your boxes to say which room they came from so you know where to find specific items. When you reach the new home, place each box in its designated room for convenient unpacking.

3. Locate Your “Open First” Box

After a long day of moving, odds are you won’t have the time or energy to unpack every single item. Pack an “open first” box with everything you need to get through the next day or so, including toiletries, a change of clothes, pajamas, and sheets and blankets for your bed. Find this box and sort through it before tackling anything else. 

4. Prioritize Bathroom & Kitchen Setup

While it may be tempting to start unpacking your bedroom closet first, the bathroom and kitchen should be your primary focus so you can take care of hygiene and meals sooner rather than later. Make sure your bathroom has toilet paper, toiletries, and a shower curtain. Then move on to the kitchen to unpack some dishes and small appliances like the toaster, coffee maker, and microwave since you’ll likely need them in the first few days of your transition. 

If you’re planning to move to Honolulu, Kaneohe, Kailua, Hawaii Kai, Kapolei, or Pearl Harbor, M. Dyer & Sons is ready to assist with your relocation. As a local Hawaiian moving company with over 70 employees and a reputation for top-notch customer service, these movers will treat your prized possessions with care. Call (808) 456-4200 to request a free moving quote, and visit their website for more information on their comprehensive services, which include storage for your convenience.