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Any move comes with its own challenges. However, moving long-distance—whether it’s a state over or across the country—adds a few extra hurdles. With some preparation, though, and the help of friends and professional movers, you can feel ready to tackle the task at hand. The guide below offers some advice for how to make your upcoming move more manageable.

3 Tips for a Relaxed Long-Distance Move

1. Create a Timeline

Make a list of all the tasks you need to accomplish related to your move. This includes hiring professional movers, informing your bank of your change of address, and canceling your utilities.

Once you know what needs to be done, assign a completion date for each task. Try to accomplish all tasks that can be done far in advance a month or more before your move so that you are not as busy around the big day. The list can also help you delegate where possible.

2. Declutter & Pack in Stages

Even if you don't have packed closets and an overflowing basement or garage, you have probably collected more belongings than you realize over the years. If an item hasn’t been used or worn in a while, consider selling or donating it. This includes furniture—especially since your old pieces might not fit the new space and are bulky to move. 

professional moversPack non-essential items first, since this can be done weeks or months ahead of time. Make sure to label each box clearly with all of the contents it contains—not just the room they came from—since this will make it easier to unpack at your destination.

Alternatively, you can hire a moving company that offers packing services. Not only will they use proven techniques to keep your objects safe, but this saves you the time of doing it yourself—and means you will have access to your belongings for longer before the move.

3. Consider Road Trip Comfort

If you have pets or small children, a long road trip can be tiring or stressful for them. Try to find points of interest along your route to stop—such as parks—so that they can stretch their legs. You should also reserve hotel rooms in advance so that you don’t have to search for a place to sleep.

Talk to your veterinarian about anti-anxiety medication for your dog if they normally do not enjoy car rides.

You should also bring comfort objects for your pet or toys for your child into the car with you to help keep them calm and entertained.

 

For a fast, reliable, and efficient moving company to help you make a long-distance move, choose Checkmate Moving and Storage. Based in Highlands Ranch, CO, these professional movers will help you with packing and transportation. They also provide storage services while you’re in-between homes. To request a free quote, call (303) 346-6683, or visit their website to learn more about their services.

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