Packing your Home and Moving Tips

 

Packing your Home and Moving Tips

1. Pack an overnight bag containing all the essentials.

Chances are you will be too tired to unpack your things. You will want your essentials within easy access, including a change of clothes if you’re going back to work the next day as well as all your toiletries. It’s also a great way to transport a laptop, which could run the risk of getting stolen during a move.

2. Pack the items you will need FIRST in a clear plastic bin.

This includes things like a box cutter, paper towels, trash bags, eating utensils, select cookware, power strips, phone chargers, toilet paper, tools, etc. The clear bin allows you to see inside; it also separates itself from the myriad of cardboard boxes.

3. Wrap your breakables (dishes, glasses, etc.) in clothing to save on bubble wrap.

Two birds, one stone: you’re packing your clothes and kitchenware at the same time.

4. For extra padding, pack your glasses and stemware in clean socks.

Again two birds, one stone: you’re packing your clothes and kitchenware at the same time.

5. In addition to labeling what’s in your boxes, add what room they’ll be going into, as well.

When you arrive at your new home, unpack BY ROOM. The unpacking process will feel more manageable. And remember to label the SIDES of the boxes, not the tops. This way, you’ll be able to identify them even if they’re stacked.

Moving in to your newly built Landon home will be very exciting but moving and unpacking can be very draining of one’s energy. Hopefully you find our moving tips helpful for your move. Check back often because we are always updating with new tips to help your moving day be more joyful than painful.