Moving On Short Notice? No Worries! 6 Tips for a Successful Relocation
The only thing harder than packing for a relocation is packing in a hurry!
Rushing through a move can cause stress. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to make your upcoming relocation take less time. Moving in a hurry can be done, but you've got to stay calm, get organized, and handle the many tasks of your relocation as quickly as possible. Here's what you need to know.
1. Get Rid of Things - Fast!
The more stuff you have to pack and move, the harder it is to move quickly. The trick to relocating on a tight deadline is to get rid of as much as you can fast. Whether that means donating unwanted clothes to charity, recycling old broken pieces of technology, or taking your old stacks of bills to the shredder, it's essential to get rid of as much as you can, quickly. Work with members of your household to go through your unwanted items in a weekend.
2. Don't Sort, Just Pack
Sorting takes time. Pack everything in your house where it stands, whether it's in a drawer, a chest, or a pile in your living room. You can clean and sort later, once you're in your new home.
3. Keep Ample Packing Supplies On Hand
You'll want to spend as much time packing as possible and spend very little time looking for the scissors or permanent markers. Keep enough packing supplies on hand that you'll never have to wander around your house looking for that one roll of packing tape. Also, be sure to keep boxes of all sizes available for use. Having just the right size box at all times makes it easier to pack in a hurry.
4. Stay Calm and Take Care of Yourself
Don't panic! Approaching your task with a level head can help you stay focused. If you need to take a little time every day to meditate or do some yoga to help you stay in the right frame of mind: it's worth it!
Prioritize sleeping too. Getting adequate sleep is vital for your health and your frame of mind. Research shows that nearly half of adults feel more stress if they don't get enough sleep. Sleeping well at night will give you the energy and perspective to make your task feel more manageable.
5. Stay Organized
Staying organized is essential during any move, but it's crucial when you're trying to move in a hurry. There are so many steps to be taken when you move. Relocating in a hurry makes it even harder to stay organized. Keep a binder of essential papers during your relocation. This binder might have everything from the address of your new house to copies of your utility bills, information about new utilities in your new home, and other important info.
Make timelines as well, with to-do lists. Keeping lists of everything that needs to be done will help you avoid forgetting any steps.
6. Get Help From a Professional Moving Company
It's essential and helpful to work with a professional moving company when moving in a hurry. Hire a moving company with a good reputation and full-service moving options. With a moving company doing the packing and relocation for you, you can focus more on health and family during your relocation and less on packing.
Contact us today for a quote. We can assist with your short-notice relocation.
