Moving House in a Few Days? 8 Time-Saving Tips for Fast Relocation

Having an insufficient amount of time for a house move can make you feel frustrated. With all the things you have to do, the pressure of the moving process may feel like it is  impossibleto handle. However, no matter how hard it may seem to be, moving house in just a few days is achievable with the proper preparation.

When you’re extremely pressed for time, here are some pointers to make your move efficient, fast, and hassle-free.

1. Create a schedule

Whether you have a month or just a week to accomplish everything, you need to create a moving schedule to keep your moving process on track. When you have limited time, your moving schedule will ensure that you get to do all necessary tasks and avoid last-minute headaches. Be diligent in checking off the tasks in your schedule to make certain that you’ve left nothing behind.

2. Hire a removalist, pronto!

Every house move becomes much easier with the help of aprofessional removalist. It will take too much time for a single person to relocate on his or her own. By hiring a trustworthy removalist, you can focus on other more important matters for your move.

When hiring a removals company, keep the following things in mind:

• Resist the temptation to hire a removalist who offers a “too good to be true” moving quote
• Make time to check the credentials, customer reviews, and reputation of the removals company
• See if they offer insurance in case your belongings get misplaced or damaged
• Ask how long it’ll take to transport your items to your new home

3. Get your house ready for the move

Most removals companies won’t disconnect anything that’s still hard-wired into your house. If you’re taking your lighting fixtures and appliances with you, make sure to unplug them. Moreover, make certain that there are no obstructions on all paths from your house into the moving truck.

You can also help your removalists speed up the process by understanding the ground rules of what they can and can’t move.

4. Reduce your possessions

If a certain item isn’t necessary or needed in your new place, then don’t waste your time packing it. Declutter your home then group all your things according to what you want to keep, donate or sell, and throw away. This way, you’ll only bring with you the most important items, significantly cutting down your packing time and moving costs.

5. Prepare packing supplies

Going back and forth from the store because you run out of packing tape and cartons is a complete waste of your already limited time. To avoid this dilemma, have plenty of supplies on hand. As early as possible, start gathering some boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, permanent markers, newsprint, and box cutters.

You can save time and help the environment by using materials you already have. For instance, instead of using only boxes, you can load up your plastic containers and suitcases with lightweight articles. You can also use some pillows, scarves, and towels to safeguard your fragile items.

6. Develop an efficient packing system

By making sure that all boxes end up in the right rooms in your new house, you can save plenty of time. A simple method of creating your own packing system is to buy some markers and have a specific box color code assigned to each room in your house.

On moving day, make a floor plan of your new home and label every room with an appropriate color corresponding to the color codes you chose. It’s also good to place a number on your boxes then have a category list for each box. Doing this lets you know immediately which number to look for whenever you need an item from a certain box.

7. Change your home address and notify important people

By filling out a change of address form before your move, you can avoid major hassles like service lapses, past-due bills, and even identity theft. Spend the time to cut or transfer cable, internet, phone, and utilities. Also, don’t forget to inform your family, friends, and other important people of your move.

8. Tidy up your new home before moving in

If you can, spruce up your new home in advance. It will be much easier for you to clean, paint, and make other home improvements while the space is still empty. With your new place ready, unpacking your items will be a smoother process as well.

The key to every fast, efficient, and successful move relies on great planning. Even if you have only a few days for your move, you can make it possible by staying calm, hiring the right mover, and making the necessary preparations.

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AUTHOR BIO

Craig Jones is the Managing Director at Aussiemove, Australia’s largest independent moving alliance