The process of moving can be exciting. However, it is also a time-consuming endeavor—with many hours that need to be devoted to planning and packing. To ensure your relocation is as smooth and stress-free as possible, consider embracing these recommendations from professional movers. 

How to Make a Move Easier on Yourself & Your Family

1. Start Early

Once you sign a new lease or close on buying a home, the packing and moving process should start right away. Dedicate a couple of hours a day to sorting through items, determining what should be thrown away, donated, or sold.

You can also begin packing boxes—starting with non-essential items. For example, if you are moving in the winter, you can box up your summer clothes and vice versa. By spacing this process out, it won't seem as overwhelming. 

2. Request Moving Help Early

Lifting heavy-furniture is back-straining work and can take many hours to do by yourself. Professional movers have the experience and the equipment to load up a moving truck much more quickly, without hurting themselves or your belongings. They also know how to drive bulky moving trucks across long distances and difficult terrain. Lastly, most have insurance so that if any of your items do become damaged during transit, you will be recompensated. To make sure you have their assistance come your big day, book their services several months in advance. 

3. Label & Create a Go-To Box

To streamline the unpacking process and help your movers situate your boxes in the appropriate rooms, label the outside of every box clearly with labels such as "kitchen" or "bathroom." You can also include a more detailed description—"plates" or "books"—to help you prioritize which boxes to open first. 

Additionally, put together a few boxes of essentials—such as blankets, toiletries, and clothing—that will allow you to comfortably live in your new place for a day or two while you get settled. If you have kids or pets, pack their comfort objects to help them relax in the new space. These boxes you might take with you in the car instead of loading them into the moving van.

If you’re moving soon, Checkmate Moving and Storage can provide quality service at affordable prices. Based in Highlands Ranch, CO, these professional movers help residents and businesses throughout Douglas County with local and long-distance moves. They also offer packing services to save you even more time. To discuss your relocation and receive a free estimate, call today at (303) 346-6683. For more information on their offerings, visit their website.