Along with the excitement of living in a new area, moving can bring stress as well, especially when it’s time to pack. Many people have no idea where to start or what to pack first. If you’re having trouble packing up for your next move, follow this guide to ensure a stress-free process.

3 Items to Pack First When Moving

1. Wall Art

While artwork and pictures add beauty to your home, they’re not essential items you need to use daily. This means you can pack them a couple of weeks before you move. This gives you time to patch up any holes these items leave behind and carefully wrap fragile pieces to prevent damage. It also ensures you won’t accidentally forget about them on moving day.

2. Media 

Next, tackle books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, video games, and other media you don’t think you’ll use before the move. These small, easy-to-pack items make it simple to achieve a sense of progress, especially if you own a lot of them. When sorting through these items, donate or sell what you don’t want—the fewer belongings you pack, the easier it’ll be to unpack. 

3. Seasonal Decorations & Clothes

If you’re like most, you keep your holiday decorations in boxes most of the year. This means they’re easy to pack well before moving day. You should also pack any out-of-season clothes, which you won’t need until after you’ve settled in your new home. As with media, donating or selling decorations and clothes you no longer want will simplify the moving process.

To make moving day as stress-free as possible, turn to the team at Nebraskaland Moving. Based in Lincoln, NE, these experienced movers can transport your belongings anywhere in the country. With nearly 40 years of experience, they also offer nationwide and international shipping services as well as comprehensive packing services. Learn more about the company online and call (402) 466-8169 for a free estimate.