Is your family getting ready to make a move? While many people are moving to a new city or state, others are simply making a move within their current city limits. But is it really “simple” to move to a new home in the same city you already live in? If you have moved before you know that it is tons of work that goes into moving regardless of how far you are moving. There are definitely some differences between local and out of state moves. Today Laprom Movers wants to give you some tips to help make your upcoming local move go smoothly.
Moving Timeline
The first tip that we want to share with you is to make a timeline for your move. You will want to break down your moving plans into week by week goals. If you know that you have a specified time that you will complete each task it will take some of the stress off the process. As you make your weekly goals take time to ensure that you thought of everything that needs to be done. There are many different moving checklists that you can find online that would be helpful.
Essential Moving Supplies
Once you have a plan you will want to start gathering your supplies. There are many different places that you can go to get your boxes. If you have a friend that has recently moved you can ask them for their boxes. You can search for free boxes from local businesses. You can also choose to purchase your boxes. One advantage to purchasing your boxes is that you will not have to worry about them being nice and sturdy.
Downsize & Declutter Before Moving
As you are moving we recommend going through your belongings very carefully. You probably have items throughout your home that you simply do not need anymore. This is an even larger problem if you have lived in your current home for a long time. Taking time to get rid of unneeded belongings will help you in multiple ways. First you will not have to waste time packing or unpacking belongings that you do not actually want. Second you will not have as much to move so your move will be faster. Last your new home will be less cluttered because you did not bring these belongings with you to your new home.
Transfer Utilities when Moving
One area that is significantly easier when you are moving within your city is that transferring your utilities. You already know who you would like to get your utilities provided by. You do not have to call one company to cancel your services and another company to set them up. You simply have to contact your current providers and set up your move.
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You will want to call Laprom Movers and schedule your move as soon as possible. One of the luxuries you have when you are moving within your current city is that you have more freedom when scheduling your move. Many people have to move on the weekends because they need time to drive to their new home. When you are moving within your city you have way more options of dates that will work for you and your family. Contact us today!