4 Important Things to do Before You Move

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Are you making an important move soon?

At Peachtree Movers, we’ve been helping people move for over 40 years, and we’ve noticed that there are 4 key things people tend to forget during the moving process. Knowing them will help ensure the big move to a new location flows seamlessly and without any major hiccups.

These four key things include:

1. Have a Concise Checklist

Having a concise checklist planned out for the move will provide clear instructions on what needs to happen before and during the moving process. The list should include:

How you want furniture moved from the old home into the new home
How you want belongings packed
How you want packed belongings to travel such as by friend’s car, u haul, etc.
Where you want each labeled box to be placed inside of the new location
What movers should and shouldn’t do with your belongings
The exact location of where the belongs are being dropped off
Some sort of time frame on how long you expect the moving process should take

2. Collect Important Documents and Records

When it comes to important documents and records, it is wise to pack them securely into traveling cases that go with you in your vehicle during the moving process. This ensures these documents are not touched by anyone, but you, and minimizes the risk of them being damaged or lost in the chaotic moments of a move. Be sure to gather copies of important legal and financial documents in a folder along with estimates receipts and other important information.

Important documents you need to pack in a traveling case to take with you are:

Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
Utility and Medicals Bills
Bank Account Documents
Credit Card Information and Cards
Business Documents for Clients
Medical Records

3. Label Boxes Appropriately

Before moving any of the packed boxes from your home, it is wise to label them properly. You do not have to label exactly what is in each box, but you should write basic terms. If you have pricey china or stemware, you don’t want your movers to be rough with those boxes. So, go with the tried-and-true method and write “FRAGILE” on a few sides of the container, or box it up with fragile tape.

Additionally, if it is important for some boxes to stand right-side-up, add the words “this end up” on the box. You should also label boxes with basic terms, so you know what is in each box for your own personal reasons. These terms help you know what you put in each box while giving the movers more direction. For instance, you might use the following labels:

Bedroom Essentials
Bathroom Products
Garage Storage
Kitchen Supplies
Laundry Goods
Living Room Decor

4. Sign Up for Mail Forwarding

A week before you move to your new location, you should make sure you set up mail forwarding, which typically takes between 7 to 10 business days.

Mail forwarding prevents your mail from being delivered to your old locations and being viewed by strangers living in your old home, and it helps you stay on track with paying bills and receiving important documents and letters from loved ones. These days, you can sign up for mail forwarding online or at your local post office.

This is an important step! Skipping it could cause you to fall behind on important payments, or it could lead to identity theft.

Final Thoughts

Overall, if you’re planning to move, it’s always wise to hire a trustworthy moving company such as Peachtree Movers!

At Peachtree Movers, our goal is to move you as smoothly as possible, and we’ll always provide you with an additional moving tip or two to ensure a successful move. After all, it is always wise to know as many helpful moving tips as you can to make your move the best move possible! For more tips, here are some related blog posts:

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