Moving is a full-time job, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed when you don’t organize. It’s crucial to have a system before you begin packing. Organizing items will help you avoid a lot of roadblocks and also makes loading and unloading easier on the movers. Below are several essential tips to incorporate into your packing plan.

How to Pack for a Move

1. Pack an Essentials Bag

The first step in a successful move is creating an essentials bag. It should include the necessary tools for taking down items and putting them up in the new home. Add silverware and paper plates, travel-sized toiletries and makeup, trash bags, paper towels and toilet paper, and personal items like medication. You won’t have to scramble to find these items on moving day.

It’s wise to do the same with your valuables and private documents. Establish a box or bag for jewelry, cash, stock and bond papers, and any other high-value items you can’t risk losing. Include your social security card, birth certificates, and other vital forms. Take this box with you in the car and move it into the new home to ensure nothing is broken or lost.

2. Pack One Room at a Time

Pack one room at a time to avoid distractions and becoming overwhelmed. Start with the least-used areas, like a guest bathroom, utility closets, the room of a teen away at college, or guest bedroom. This system keeps the contents of one space in a single area.

This packing method also makes it easier to organize your home. Once a room is empty, start storing packed boxes in that space. They won’t crowd hallways, the kitchen, entryways, or other important areas. Consider choosing a room near the front door so movers won’t have to travel far into your home when loading their truck.

3. Color Code Boxes

Make sure to list every single item in a box, as this will ensure that you’ll know precisely where certain possessions are. Write contents down on the box, or number the box and use it with a master inventory list.

Use colored stickers to designate kitchen, bedroom, or bathroom boxes. Movers will load and unload items as they see fit, so labeling the boxes will come in handy when it’s time to unpack the boxes in your new home.

 

Contact Big John Movers in Cincinnati, OH, for assistance with your next move. These movers are backed by 45 years of experience and are committed to getting clients’ possessions from point A to B safely. They also assist with office moving, which you can learn more about on their website. Call (513) 244-5646 to discuss an upcoming move.