Moving can be a stressful and chaotic time. Whether it's your first time moving or you've switched homes many times before, keeping everything running smoothly is always a challenge. Fortunately, with the right preparation and organization, you can avoid a lot of moving stress. In this blog, we give you five essential tips for moving without stress. This will not only help you make the moving day itself go better, but also the weeks before and after with peace of mind.
1. Start on time and plan ahead
One of the biggest causes of moving stress is the lack of timely preparation. It's important to start planning well in advance. Make a list of everything that needs to be arranged: from clearing out your household contents to making address changes to agencies, subscriptions and magazines.
Make lists to make sure you don't forget anything. A moving checklist is a useful tool. It helps you keep track of which rooms are already finished and which items still need attention. Save yourself a lot of stress by also arranging a moving company or movers in good time. Moving companies are often fully booked, especially during the summer months, so make sure you contact them well in advance. Don't feel like lugging everything yourself? Then consider hiring professional movers. This will not only save time, but also a lot of muscle pain!
Time to throw away and get rid of it! When you start changing your home, it's the perfect opportunity to get rid of old stuff you no longer need. Before you start getting rid of things, it's smart to take a critical look at your household goods. Things you haven't used for years are ready to give away! Make piles of what you want to keep, what can be taken to the thrift store and what you can throw away. This will not only save you time during packing, but also space in the moving truck.
In addition, it's a good idea to pack your stuff by room. Start with the rooms you use the least, such as the attic or storage room. Kitchen items and dishes can often be left until the last minute. Good preparation is half the battle, and a tidy house makes for a fresh start in your new home.
During a move, it often happens that in the chaos of all the moving boxes you can't find the most essential items. To avoid this, we recommend packing a separate box or bag with the items you need immediately once you arrive in your new home. Consider toiletries, a set of clothes, important documents, chargers, and a few plates and cutlery. That way, you don't have to go through all the stuff immediately to find your toothbrush, for example.
Clearly label all moving boxes with what is in them and what room they should go in. This saves a lot of searching and hassle during unpacking. Make sure the movers place the boxes in the correct room so you don't have to lug them back and forth unnecessarily.
Changing residences is a big job, and it can be overwhelming to do everything on your own. In addition to a professional moving company, you can also enlist the help of friends and family. Whether it's lugging belongings or cleaning up your old home, a little help is always welcome. You'll find that with more hands, the move goes a lot faster and smoother.
In addition to friends and family, it can also be convenient to outsource certain tasks. For example, consider hiring a moving company that not only transports your belongings, but also helps you pack and unpack things. Outsourcing these types of tasks can save you a lot of time and stress, especially if you are busy with other things, such as arranging your new address.
On moving day itself, of course, you want everything to go as smoothly as possible. Make sure you have all boxes, furniture and other items ready to go before the movers arrive. It saves a lot of time if everything is already packed. Did you rent your own moving truck? Make sure you know how big it is and how much stuff will fit in it, so you won't have any unpleasant surprises.
Avoid last-minute stress by also thinking about the little things: make sure all the documents and keys for the new house are ready and that your old home is left tidy. When you have everything well prepared, you can move into your new place with peace of mind. And don't forget to enjoy the moment! After all, a move also means a fresh start in a new home.
