As you planned your next move, you hesitated between asking your friends and family for help. You also need to decide whether to rent a portable storage container or hire reliable movers in their moving trucks. After making your choice, you probably looked at some of the best ways to pack all your belongings and searched for tips on moving fragile items.
But do you feel like you’re ready for moving day? Even if all the details are sorted out, and all your stuff is packed in labeled boxes, your move could still be a chaotic mess if you don’t have a plan for this important day.
Use these preparation tips for moving day to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Make a moving day to-do list
You might have already made an inventory list of all your belongings. Now, you need a to-do list for moving day.
You can write your list on Notepad or your phone. If possible, be sure it includes everything you need to do on moving day in chronological order. Then, as you complete each task on your list, cross it off so you can see your progress during the day.
Wake up early and eat a nice breakfast
Sleeping late on a moving day is not a good idea, and even worse is skipping breakfast. To give yourself the best start to a busy day, get up early and eat a nutritious breakfast. You should also have snacks available for yourself and your movers for a quick boost of energy.
Wear comfortable clothes that don’t fit too loosely
You should wear long pants and a long-sleeve shirt on moving day. These clothes should be comfortable, but not fit too loosely. You should also wear non-slip, sturdy shoes. If you have long hair, tie it up or use a bandana to keep it out of your eyes.
Confirm the last details of your move
Portable storage containers and moving trucks need to be arranged in advance. On moving day or the previous day, you should confirm the last details of your move to ensure everything goes as planned.
If you have enlisted friends or family members, ensure they don’t forget you. Confirm your utilities are shut off and set up accordingly. You don’t want your home to go dark while moving. You also don’t want your next home to lose power for a few days after you settle in.
Make sure you have enough cash in your wallet
You need plenty of cash in your wallet on a moving day, especially if you hire movers and want to tip them. Cash will also be useful if you want to order food or drinks or pay a toll while traveling to your new home.
Keep your kids and your pets safe
If you have young children or pets, make the necessary arrangements to keep them safe on a moving day. Ask a friend or relative if they could welcome them into their home for the day. This will ensure they don’t get injured while movers carry heavy stuff around.
If it’s impossible to send kids or pets away for the day, ensure there’s a room in your home where they can safely play and relax. This room should have all the necessary supplies.
Gather tools and cleaning supplies
When your home is free of furniture and boxes, you’ll probably need to clean it up. At the very least, you should vacuum or sweep the floors.
So, be sure you have cleaning supplies close at hand, including trash bags, paper towels, and a multipurpose cleaner. You should also keep, in a box, all the tools that could be useful on moving day.
Pack the few items you haven’t packed yet
All of your belongings will be packed on moving day. All of them? Well, almost. Be sure you have a few boxes and some packing paper available to pack everything left in your home before you leave.
This includes your toiletries, bedding, plates and utensils, electronic devices, and anything else you cannot pack weeks or days in advance.
Keep your essentials and personal items with you
The last of our moving-day preparation tips is to keep some important items in your car. You will need a bag of essentials with everything you need for your first night in your new home.
You must keep your personal and valuable items, including medication, jewelry, sensitive documents, and anything else you don’t want your movers to handle.
