Let's face it; moving day is no picnic! Packing and moving is never easy, whether you're moving to the other side of town or across the country. Use this essential checklist to help make your move to the Triangle as seamless and stress-free as possible!
Before You Move
Don't wait until the last minute! Start packing and planning as soon as possible to alleviate some of the stress.
Organize and declutter:
Start one room at a time and begin to organize and declutter. Set aside anything that can be donated, sold, or thrown away. The less stuff you have, the less you'll have to pack!
Lighten the load:
Host a yard sale to get rid of any unwanted clothing, furniture, or decor. You can also consider donating any shoes or clothing that are in good condition.
Change your address:
It usually takes a few weeks for the post office to process your change of address and start forwarding your mail, so request it at least two weeks before the move.
Set up the utilities:
Make sure you're not moving into a house with no power! Set up your electric, gas, water, and sewer services well in advance. You may want to ask the seller for a list of their providers.
Handy Packing Tips
- Reinforce: Use sturdy, reinforced boxes. And don't be afraid to get friendly with bubble wrap and other packing material for fragile items.
- Innovate: Pack dishes, bowls, plates, and other glass objects vertically, rather than flat and stacked. For extra padding, pack glasses and stemware inside socks.
- Pack small: Pack heavier items in smaller boxes so they're easier to carry.
- Prevent leaks: Remove the tops and cover the openings of soaps, shampoos, and lotions with cling wrap, then twist the caps back on. You can also use cling wrap around dresser drawers or jewelry displays to keep them intact, or around furniture to prevent scratches.
- Prepare: Create an "Open Me First" box containing personal items that you will need immediately, such as toilet paper, soap, instant coffee, tools and box cutters, and paper dishes. Make sure it's one of the first things off the moving truck.
- Label, label, label! There's nothing worse than trying to unpack a disorganized mess! Make the transition to your new home seamless by carefully organizing and labeling boxes by room so you'll know just where to put them in your new house. (Even better—color code!)
On Moving Day
It's not just the packing that's overwhelming—moving day itself can be very stressful if you're not prepared. Here are some tips for a low-stress moving day.
Keep important info:
Don't pack your most important essentials and emergency prep items—like first aid supplies, medication, financial records, medical records, IDs, and other important documentation or high-value items. Always keep them with you.
Keep an overnight bag:
If you make it home before the moving truck, make sure you're prepared with things like a change of clothes, your toiletries, and a phone charger.
Have phone numbers handy:
Keep your moving foreman's content information with you in case you need to contact your movers for any reason. It's also handy to have your Bill of Loading and shipment registration number with you.
After You Move
Change the locks:
You don't know who might still have a key to your house... so change the locks before you find out.
Take a few minutes to find the circuit breaker and label the switches. Locate the main water valve so you can avoide future plumbing emergencies. It's also a good idea to replace batteries in smoke detectors and get a new fire extinguisher.
It's much easier to deep-clean your bathrooms and kitchen before they're loaded down with all your stuff (or before you're too tired to clean!). Clean first, unpack second.
Inspect your boxes:
Take inventory of all your boxes, inspecting them for visual damage or signs of mistreatment. And be sure to check the moving truck to ensure nothing gets left behind. Continue to inspect boxes and their contents as you unpack.
Unpack by room:
Make the seemingly endless process smaller by breaking it down into several smaller projects, and do them in order of importance. Start with the most important rooms—like the bathroom, bedroom, and kitchen, then move on to the less necessary rooms and items.
Don't forget deductibles:
It might surprise you what can be deducted from your annual taxes—like alarms and electricity from your home office. And don't forget the big ones: mortgage interest and property taxes!
Enjoy your new home!
Don't forget to smile… Your new life in your new place just began. Welcome home.
Still Have Questions or Ready to Buy a Home in Raleigh?
If you're ready to find the perfect home in the Triangle or you have any questions about buying a home or real estate in Raleigh, then it's time to contact Carla Freund Realty. We're your local guide to all things Raleigh and we're more than happy to help! Want to learn more about buying a home in the Triangle? We've got plenty of resources to help you out!
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Let's face it; moving day is no picnic! Packing and moving is never easy, whether you're moving to the other side of town or across the country. Use this essential checklist to help make your move to the Triangle as seamless and stress-free as possible!
Before You Move
Don't wait until the last minute! Start packing and planning as soon as possible to alleviate some of the stress.
Organize and declutter:
Start one room at a time and begin to organize and declutter. Set aside anything that can be donated, sold, or thrown away. The less stuff you have, the less you'll have to pack!
Lighten the load:
Host a yard sale to get rid of any unwanted clothing, furniture, or decor. You can also consider donating any shoes or clothing that are in good condition.
Change your address:
It usually takes a few weeks for the post office to process your change of address and start forwarding your mail, so request it at least two weeks before the move.
Set up the utilities:
Make sure you're not moving into a house with no power! Set up your electric, gas, water, and sewer services well in advance. You may want to ask the seller for a list of their providers.
Handy Packing Tips
- Reinforce: Use sturdy, reinforced boxes. And don't be afraid to get friendly with bubble wrap and other packing material for fragile items.
- Innovate: Pack dishes, bowls, plates, and other glass objects vertically, rather than flat and stacked. For extra padding, pack glasses and stemware inside socks.
- Pack small: Pack heavier items in smaller boxes so they're easier to carry.
- Prevent leaks: Remove the tops and cover the openings of soaps, shampoos, and lotions with cling wrap, then twist the caps back on. You can also use cling wrap around dresser drawers or jewelry displays to keep them intact, or around furniture to prevent scratches.
- Prepare: Create an "Open Me First" box containing personal items that you will need immediately, such as toilet paper, soap, instant coffee, tools and box cutters, and paper dishes. Make sure it's one of the first things off the moving truck.
- Label, label, label! There's nothing worse than trying to unpack a disorganized mess! Make the transition to your new home seamless by carefully organizing and labeling boxes by room so you'll know just where to put them in your new house. (Even better—color code!)
On Moving Day
It's not just the packing that's overwhelming—moving day itself can be very stressful if you're not prepared. Here are some tips for a low-stress moving day.
Keep important info:
Don't pack your most important essentials and emergency prep items—like first aid supplies, medication, financial records, medical records, IDs, and other important documentation or high-value items. Always keep them with you.
Keep an overnight bag:
If you make it home before the moving truck, make sure you're prepared with things like a change of clothes, your toiletries, and a phone charger.
Have phone numbers handy:
Keep your moving foreman's content information with you in case you need to contact your movers for any reason. It's also handy to have your Bill of Loading and shipment registration number with you.
After You Move
Change the locks:
You don't know who might still have a key to your house... so change the locks before you find out.
Take a few minutes to find the circuit breaker and label the switches. Locate the main water valve so you can avoide future plumbing emergencies. It's also a good idea to replace batteries in smoke detectors and get a new fire extinguisher.
It's much easier to deep-clean your bathrooms and kitchen before they're loaded down with all your stuff (or before you're too tired to clean!). Clean first, unpack second.
Inspect your boxes:
Take inventory of all your boxes, inspecting them for visual damage or signs of mistreatment. And be sure to check the moving truck to ensure nothing gets left behind. Continue to inspect boxes and their contents as you unpack.
Unpack by room:
Make the seemingly endless process smaller by breaking it down into several smaller projects, and do them in order of importance. Start with the most important rooms—like the bathroom, bedroom, and kitchen, then move on to the less necessary rooms and items.
Don't forget deductibles:
It might surprise you what can be deducted from your annual taxes—like alarms and electricity from your home office. And don't forget the big ones: mortgage interest and property taxes!
Enjoy your new home!
Don't forget to smile… Your new life in your new place just began. Welcome home.
Still Have Questions or Ready to Buy a Home in Raleigh?
If you're ready to find the perfect home in the Triangle or you have any questions about buying a home or real estate in Raleigh, then it's time to contact Carla Freund Realty. We're your local guide to all things Raleigh and we're more than happy to help! Want to learn more about buying a home in the Triangle? We've got plenty of resources to help you out!
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