15 THINGS YOU MAY FORGET ON YOUR MOVING DAY

This step may seem really trivial, but it is VERY important, especially if your new home has several rooms. Want our best tip? Use color coding on your boxes. First make a list of your rooms: living room, kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom, etc. Assign a color to each room. Each box will then have its own color code with the room. This technique is super simple and effective, especially if there are several of you moving boxes.

Soap, shampoo, cough syrup, mouthwash; your personal pharmacy is overflowing with liquids! Don’t forget to check the caps on each product by placing them in a box. If in doubt, use plastic wrap under the cap to make sure they are tightly closed.

Yes, you read that right, make handles! Because it is difficult to handle heavy boxes, cut rectangles on 2 parallel sides. This will allow you to insert your hands and make them much easier to carry.

Because you never know what to expect on the day of a move, plan ahead! Fill a bag or box with a first aid kit, bottles of water, a few screwdrivers, pliers, hand sanitizer, an all-purpose cleaner, a rag and some snacks. That way you’ll be ready for anything!

Clothes, toys, decorations; out they go! If you know you’re about to move, don’t hesitate to give away or sell the things you no longer use. This will help you avoid cluttering up your new space, as well as moving superfluous items.

Admit it, you hadn’t thought of that! It is quite possible that your computer will be tampered with on this day. What would happen if it were damaged during the move? Have you backed up the photos from your last family vacation? Backing up your hard drives (on an online cloud system or other) and your computer will allow you to keep all your wonderful memories!

You already know this, light bulbs are very fragile and can break easily. When they break, they make glass which can be sharp for the removal men, but also for you. Removing the light bulbs from the lamps keeps them intact!

There will undoubtedly be dust, and your mattress or armchairs may be kicked or even dragged along the floor, so they deserve to be protected. We sometimes forget how expensive they are, but above all how central they are to our lives! To protect them from tears or dirt, use fitted sheets: one for the top, one for the bottom. You can also use plastic wrap to protect your cushions.

Depending on the type of refrigerator you have (check the manufacturer’s website), it may need to be unplugged for 2-3 days before transportation. Think about this when organizing your food and cooler before the big day.

Did you know that there are boxes designed specifically for mirrors, posters or frames? Otherwise, a good trick is to use a flattened cardboard box. You can then slip your frame or mirror into it to protect it. Don’t forget to mark it as FRAGILE. For your plants, we advise you to give them VIP treatment and put them in your car, if possible. If this is not the case, consider using supports to help them stand securely in the moving truck if they are tall. If they are short but fragile, use an upside-down box or a container to protect them.

This may be a trivial matter, but what could be more frustrating than not having enough battery power to be able to coordinate everything by phone. Make sure you fully charge your cell phone the day before and have your charger to hand throughout the day!

This is the most used room, so it is essential to organize it first. You will see, it will be much easier to manage the other rooms once your stomach is full!

And off you go to recycling every time a box is unpacked. You will avoid cluttering up your new space, but you will find it encouraging to see the boxes disappearing as they are emptied.

Whether you’re painting, cleaning, unpacking boxes or simply moving furniture, put on some music! The move will go faster and you’ll be more dynamic!

Breaks are essential for your mental health! The best trick is to stop before you even get tired…. or start arguing! Set a schedule for either going to the shops or coming back from them. With a precise schedule and small objectives, you will be able to enjoy your new space without being overwhelmed! Remember that it is essential to take care of yourself so that you can start again better 🙂

Happy moving season, everyone!