Moving Made Simple with Moving Tips

Preparing for Your Move

Don't wait until the last minute to get ready to move. There are plenty of things you could be doing so moving day won't be that stressful and overwhelming.

Below are a few tips to help you get prepared.

• Don't Pack It All – Sort through your belongings and see if there is anything you can part with. This is a good time to donate items whether they are furniture or clothing. The less you have to pack the better.
• Begin Packing – Pack things that you don't use on a daily basis like paintings, framed pictures, nick knacks and seasonal clothing you won't use between now and the time you move.
• Acquiring Packing Materials – Use this time to begin collecting newspapers, bubble wrap and boxes. These are all items that you can ask friends, family and co-workers to save for you.
• Pets – Talk to your vet to see what your pet will need for a move. If you're moving across several states and your pet is prone to car sickness then you might need to get some medication. Also, see if your vet can recommend a vet in your new area or start looking on the Internet.
• Change of Address – Remember to change your address at least 2 weeks before you move. WhiteFence has a free online tool you can use to do this.
• Transfer Home Services – Transfer your home services at least 2 weeks prior to your move. Use WhiteFence to easily transfer your utilities, home phone, Internet and television services.
• Moving Helpers – Make sure to schedule professional movers or the help of your friends and family at least 2 weeks prior to your move. If you are using movers, WhiteFence can facilitate getting quotes simply and easily online.

During Your Move

It is important to be organized during your move so that things go smoothly and you and your family are not over stressed.

Below you'll find some tips to help you during your move.

• Color Coded Boxes – Put different colored dots on the boxes to correspond to each room to make the move efficient. For example: All boxes with blue dots are to be placed in the kitchen.
• Personal Box – Make sure to have a box that is in your car that has immediate items you and your family will need like medications, snacks, water, first aid kit, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, paper towels and a change of clothes for each person.
• Meet the Movers – Greet the movers and spend time with them so that both of you are on the same page regarding the move of your belongings.

After Your Move

It is time to get you and your family settled in as quickly as possible so everyone can relax and enjoy their new home.

Below you'll see some tips to help you get settled in to your new home.

• Check Inventory – Take some time and look over the inventory list to make sure all your items were delivered by the movers.
• Unpacking – Begin unpacking as soon as possible.
• Emergency List – Place emergency contact numbers for your new area on the refrigerator so the whole family can see it. Make sure all smoke detectors are working properly.
• Pets – Put pets in an out-of-the-way room so they can begin to settle in without much disruption.