Moving can be one of the most stressful activities one can embark on in life, often requiring months of planning and preparation. With so much to keep track of, moving day can easily be a chaotic and overwhelming experience. However, if you’re prepared with the right materials, you can make sure that there are no bumps along your road to relocating.
We’ve identified the top five must-haves for your ‘Moving Day Survival Kit’ to help ensure that your transition goes as smoothly as possible; all while helping to alleviate any potential stress along the way.
Cleaning Materials
Before beginning your journey to your new home, make sure to clean the space you’re leaving behind. Even if it may not seem initially relevant to the task of relocating, tidying up your current residence ahead of time is paramount for when the time for letting overlapping. Be sure to invest in some all-purpose cleaning materials that you know are up to the challenge of handling any set of messes you come across. Investing in a few quality cleaning supplies is all that’s needed to ensure that your lease ends with a pleasing inspection.
Heavy Duty Boxes and Containers
Having the right supplies for your moving day is just as important as having the right materials for your cleaning supplies. Investing in a few reliable containers is key, as it is absolutely necessary to make sure that your items will get from A to B without any bumps along the way. Ensure you have new and pre-assembled boxes that are not only easy to lift but also easy to pack, as this will save you both time and energy with each individual item you move. For bigger items, look into getting a few stretch plasticwrap and bubble wrap to keep them safely secured during transport.
Tools and General Supplies
The possibilities of any unsure scenarios you may encounter during your relocation can seem endless. To help alleviate the potential of such time consuming events, make sure you have an array of tools and items to assist you such as hammers, screwdrivers, sturdy tape and scissors in case any boxes need assistance being secured. Having the right power tools can also help move larger pieces of furniture from A to B, so make sure to have an extensive selection on hand as you make your move.
Snacks and Refreshments
Moving takes time and effort, often leading to the task taking up more of your day then initially expected. To help keep your energy up, make sure you have plenty of snacks, drinks and refreshments on hand. Not only will this ensure that all involved have the energy to help, but it can also help keep things looking bright during an otherwise stressful day.
Essential Documents
Your moving day survival kit wouldn’t be complete without some essential documents. Make sure to have copies of your lease, permits and claim forms ready to go in case of any complications. Also, be sure to have your new contact information ready and on hand in case of any issues with the move. Your utility and tax documents should also be taken into consideration. This can seem like an easy thing to remember in the back of your head, but ultimately it pays off to be sure that you have everything secure before the day of the move.
Moving day can be a stressful and chaotic experience. However, you can make the transition smoother for yourself by investing in the right materials for your ‘Moving Day Survival Kit’. Make sure to have all the necessary cleaning materials, containers and tools - as well as snacks and documents - to help get you to your new home without any issues.
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