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There is so much to be done from packing the things, cleaning, taking care of all belongings, unpacking to changing the address etc. Handling all such things seems like an endless job. But as you prepare, you may want to keep these general recommendations in mind to ensure a hassle free relocating:

Packing the things

Before you can even begin to think about to move, there are plenty of things that have to be taken care of - the biggest of which is packing. An effective packing system is the key to locate fast and setting your belongings in new home. It is important for you to increase your acquaintance with the techniques that will best protect your possessions especially if you have chosen to take up the packing task all by yourself.

  • To start with, make a list of the things you have decided to take along with you. This will make you feel more in control knowing what has to be done. Moreover, this removes the fear of last-second packing, help you to tally your things at the time of unloading the luggage at new place, and can be useful in the unfortunate event of stolen luggage.
  • Pack seldom used items first or the things that fall under the category of decorative items such as cutlery set and knick-knacks. These are delicate items that are required to be handled with care. When packing, place cushioning material in bottom of the box followed by wrapping each piece individually with newspaper. Consider making a bundle of like items with a double layer of news paper.
  • Similar items must be packed together. Do not bundle a delicate showpiece and glassware in the same carton with cast-iron frying pans.
  • Likewise, pack all parts of pairs of things together. Such things may include curtain rod hangers, mirror bolts, and other small hardware items. Put them carefully in a plastic bag and taped to the article they belong to.
  • Special wardrobe boxes designed to pack clothes are easily available with the moving company. They allow you to pack your hanging clothes straight from the closets onto the metal hanging bar provided in these boxes. They help your clothes to stay wrinkle free during the move.
  • You may also use suitcases if want to choose a more cost-effective option. If the boxes or suitcase has some space left, fill them with lightweight items like lamp shades covered in Plastic Bubble wrap. Mark these boxes indicating 'Clothing'.
  • Consider about packing the shoes in the bottom of the wardrobe boxes. It will help you to utilize the left out space in the box and eliminate the need to use extra box for shoes.
  • Wind electrical cables, fastening them so they do not hang down or tangle with other cables.
  • It is always recommended to keep your valuable possessions like silverware, collections, or antiques along with you. In case, you have to manage on long move and there is no room left in your car, place the items carefully in a box either titled as miscellaneous or kitchen pantry.
  • The cartons you are using should be sturdy enough to support heavy items. Pack the heaviest items on the bottom, medium weight items next and lightest items on top of all.
  • After, you have finished setting all the layers, filled the empty space with crushed paper and add more paper to make a support for the next layer. If crushing paper is not available, you may also use cardboard as dividers.
  • Handling all small boxes together can be a troublesome task and can lost among the big ones. Therefore, ease up your work by placing small boxes in a single large box, filling in spaces with crushed paper. Finally, seal the cartons. You may also tape a slip indicating the room to which each carton should be delivered at destination which will make your setting much convenient.
  • Your important documents may include birth certificates, school records, mover estimates, new job contacts, bank records, electricity and water bills, phone lists, closing papers, realtor info, and more. Never tend to leave these with the mover. Keep them with you!
  • Depending on your convenience, you may also think about separating the boxes for each of the family member. Let each family member fill their boxes with items they want to take along with them in the new home. You may use colored storage boxes, one for each person or tape the slip mentioning the person's name on it.
  • Finally yet importantly, if you require cleaning your old place before moving out, keep a kit of cleaning supplies and rags aside to save time later. Clean the things like the oven, kitchen cupboards, and windows beforehand. If possible, vacuum each room as movers empty it.
Before you leave, take one last walk through the whole house to make sure the movers did not leave anything unpacked. Moving may not be the most exciting event for some of you but proper planning will go a long way toward simplifying the process.

Contacting Moving Companies

Moving companies offer professional packing and shifting services for your packed possessions. Contact moving companies two or three weeks before the date of relocation and clear them the dates you plan to be moving. Always choose the moving company that is fully licensed and insured.

To locate reliable movers, you can start with searching online. However, ensure the online source itself is steadfast. Watchful of the websites that provide back links to the site offering advantages to the webmaster promoting selected movers in a specific area.

Consult reputable directories like Yellow Pages featuring a list of moving companies in your area and call around to compare service charges. When it comes to printed matters, you are more likely to come across the info consisting of company's name, address, contact phone, or few other details that may or may not be of any use.

To conclude if you have narrowed down on a nice moving company, check out if they can manage the move on your favored dates and its distance coverage. Set up a date with the agent to get inspection of your goods done. Except the case if you are given a binding estimate, the cost can vary, depending on your belongings and the services offered. Also, determine the extent of liability coverage for property loss the mover company will provide in case any damage is caused by the workers.

Examine the contract meticulously and establish the appropriate cost of your possessions in a separate section on the document. Often, the insurance offered by the moving companies only covers a part of the total value of your possessions.

Not all the moving companies work according to same criterion. While some companies offer to handle the move from one point to the city to another, some may not feature the services to a long-distance location or abroad. Nowadays, moving companies can offer you an array of services on top of their basic facilities including packing, unpacking, and storage facilities. These additional services will obviously cost you more money but ensure professional packing job, minimizes breakage, and saves you considerable time. Decide whether you want to take up the packing task by your own or hire the services of the movers. However, self packing can save you loads of money.

Going by the first option, if you have decided to pack yourself, you will require starting collecting the boxes. You can buy wardrobe boxes and other suitable boxes for packing up the things from moving company. It cuts off your efforts and guarantees packing like a pro.

Leaving the Premise

After you move out of the rented premise, there are chances that you may have trouble over resolving some of the niggling issues with your landlord. Getting back the security deposit is common of such matters. The landlord can claim to keep back some of the amount out of your deposit as a compensation for the damages made by you during your stay. Contrary to this, if you don't have any security deposit to get back, the landlord still have an option to ask for the charges, claiming that you damaged the premise.

For that reason, it is vitally important to make a good set of records displaying the checklist that you have made when you moved in. But if you had missed out drafting the checklist earlier, now is the time to rectify the mistake by making a good record of the condition of the premise when you leave it.

You are not expected to leave behind a completely perfect premise. A little amount of wear and tear is obvious. But you should try to leave the rented premise in a livable condition, with no serious damage to the property. If you have actually caused any damage, get it repair soon at your own expense ahead of time before the issue takes shape of a messy dispute.

Don't let your landlord to jump at the possibility to get the premise done over completely at your wallet. The cost as well as range of the work may go up beyond your wildest imagination!!!

You must have heard people saying "First impression is the last impression". Haven't you? Contradictory to this, if your initial impression on the landlord was negative, you have a chance to alter it now.

  • Leave your premise broom clean and in an orderly fashion. Defrost and clean the refrigerator. Also, turn its controls to off and leave it open to avoid accumulation of smell.
  • Leave the kitchen and bathroom clean. Take all the debris out to the sidewalk or garbage receptacle.
  • Don't leave anything behind unless it was already present there at the time you moved in.
  • Lock all the doors properly and return the keys to your landlord safely.
Finally yet importantly, make a positive good-bye to the old home and community and your landlord.



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