Whether you are moving cities or just across town to a new place, you still have to face the reality of packing up and moving all of your possessions. It's stressful to have to pack up your entire life and move it from Point A to Point B, especially if you are moving a bit farther than just around the corner. We at Smooth Moves, your friendly London, Ontario movers, have a list of seven tips for when it's time to say goodbye to the old and hello to the new.

Declutter

Before you start packing, you can save a lot of time by decluttering and getting rid of items you no longer have the use for. Rather than packing up and moving unwanted items, donating them to a local charity, second-hand shop, online bidding site or a consignment store will save you time and you could make some money. Smooth Moves, your friendly junk removal company in London also donates items to various charities, we also go above and beyond by donating to the charity of our client's choosing, so you can call us to collect unwanted items before your big move.

Start Collecting Boxes

If you decide to pack your belongings yourself and you don't want to purchase boxes, it's time to start collecting. Many grocery stores have boxes they will give you free of charge. You can also ask family and friends if they have boxes they can give you. The earlier you start accumulating boxes, the less you will have to buy. Remember, pack books and heavier items into small sturdy boxes, or you won't be able to lift them. If you do need help packing your possessions, Smooth Moves also offers full packing services.

Set Aside Time

You will need to take time away from your busy life to get your packing done. You can’t always take time off work or set aside an entire weekend, but this needs to get done. Try to start early and pack as much as you can. Put away everything but the essentials, and then once it's time to move, pack those items into boxes labelled “essentials”, so you know what to unpack first. This will help your move to go smoother.

Make A Game Plan

When you pack, don't flit from room to room; make a strategy and stick to it. The best way to do this is to categorize things by room and fragility. Put all breakables together (properly wrapped and protected) and label those boxes ‘FRAGILE’ so that everyone knows to handle them with care.

Valuables

Everyone owns valuables that they worry may get lost or misplaced in the move. It is a good idea to pack these items together, securely, and take them to your new home yourself. There are going to be many boxes, and keeping the important things separate will protect them.

Make a Timeline

If you have to vacate your current home and need to get into your new place on the same day, it can be stressful. There is no room for error, everything has to be moved, and nothing can be missed. If possible, it is a good idea to set the closing date on the property you are vacating a week after your move-in date to give you wiggle room, paying an extra month’s rent if you are renting, or arranging for bridge financing for homeowners. Moving day will be that much smoother, and less stressful.

Delegate

Whether you are moving by yourself or using a moving company, make sure that everyone knows what their jobs are so that you can oversee everything. These are your belongings, and you want them treated properly. You can't do that while you're trying to do the moving yourself.

Call the Professionals

Even with all these tips, moving can be completely overwhelming. We at Smooth Moves are a full-service moving company. We also offer packing and unpacking services, as well as junk removal in London, Ontario and surrounding areas. If you want it in your new home, we'll get it there. If you'd rather have it out of your sight, we'll get rid of it for you. Call us today for a quote, and we will get you moved as smoothly as possible.

Moving to a new house is an exciting and stressful experience at the same time. The home buying and/or renting process can be a bit daunting, but most people are more worried about what comes after deciding your new place of residence: the moving process.

Fortunately, there are multiple moving companies that are not only professional but can help make the moving process an easy and convenient one. Here are several reasons why people prefer moving companies instead of trying to do the entire process on their own:

Mitigated Risk

We all know that moving can be tiring and stressful, but there are a lot of dangers that come with the transportation of large furniture and equipment such as beds and refrigerators. There is the possibility of dropping and damaging your belongings (at risk to yourself), and accidentally damaging the floors and walls of your new residence. Professional movers are experienced and are trained in this transportation process. They know exactly how and what they are supposed to do when transporting large furniture and equipment without damaging it.

Competitive Pricing

One of the main deterrents that stop people from hiring professional movers is because they think that the cost of hiring them is one that can be avoided. However, using a storage facility and attempting to move all of your belongings by yourself can end up costing more than a moving company! Most moving companies in the present day usually come with affordable and competitive rates, and also have their own storage facilities.

Efficiency

The movers at most moving companies are experienced, professional and most of all, efficient at what they do. Movers are trained to treat the belongings of other people with extreme care, as if the items are their own. This offers you a peace of mind that your belongings are being treated with care and can be transported safely to your new residence. This helps you put your concentration on other things on the actual moving day.

Accountability

When you hire professional movers, be assured that they are held completely accountable for moving all of your belongings safely. This is another reason why they will place effort in making sure your belongings are not damaged during the transportation process. The movers also know how to pack and load any fragile items and other belongings to ensure that they remain safe during the transportation, the unloading, and the unpacking.

With all of these factors in mind, it is clear the enlisting the help of a moving company will offer a peace of mind and increased ease when moving to a new home. Not only that, but they will be able to move all of your belongings at a faster rate than you would if you did it by yourself, as well as give you an estimated date as to when your belongings will reach your new home.

Contact Smooth Moves for a more efficient moving process today!

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