Moving across town or the country is daunting; with many details to manage and deadlines to meet, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. We’ve put together our ultimate moving timeline, a month-by-month guide to help you stay on track and make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. At Gentle Movers, we understand the importance of careful planning and attention to detail, so we’ve included tips and advice based on our years of experience in the moving industry.
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1. One Month Before the Move
It’s time to start decluttering and downsizing. Go through your belongings and decide what to keep, sell, donate, or throw away. This will not only save you time and money, but it will make your move more accessible and more organized! You can list all tasks you must complete before moving day, such as scheduling utility transfers, notifying banks and credit card companies, and forwarding your mail. You can also start packing non-essential items such as off-season clothing, books, decor, and furniture! It’s essential to research moving companies and get estimates. At Gentle Movers, we offer completely FREE quotes to get you started!
2. Two-Three Weeks Before the Move
2-3 Weeks Before the Move is when it’s time to finalize your moving plans with your chosen company (like Gentle Movers). These plans include the date, time, and any special requirements! This time frame is also great for packing items you won’t need in the coming weeks leading up to the move, like your extra linens, fine china, etc. As you start packing boxes, you can label their room and briefly describe their contents. If you’re moving long-distance you this is the time to confirm any travel arrangement, like flights or hotels.
3. One Week Before the Move
It’s time to finish all your packing and labeling all the boxes. Once this is completed, you can start cleaning your home thoroughly and do a final walkthrough; this is helpful to make sure you haven’t forgotten anything. You can confirm your moving arrangements with your moving company and provide any last-minute instructions or requests; this will help the moving day go as smoothly as possible! Finally, pack your essentials bag with items you’ll need for the first few days in your new home, such as toiletries, clothing, important documents, etc.
4. On Moving Day
The big day has finally arrived; moving day! It’s essential to stay organized and focused all day. Ensure you keep all critical documents, kets, and contact information in one place. Once the moving company has finished loading up, you can do a final check to ensure nothing has been left behind. We always suggest you arrive before the movers arrive at your new home to start the unloading process. Now it’s time to begin unpacking; the essentials, like your bedding and kitchen supplies, should be the first things unpacked so you can start settling into your new home.
Moving of any distance or size can be stressful, which is why at Gentle Movers we have made it our mission to offer full-service moving solutions to make your move as easy and hassle-free as possible. We are the Lowcountry’s Best-in-Class, High-End Moving Experts for a reason, and we want to help you every step of the way. Call us today or fill out our inquiry form so we can help make your next move a breeze!