The Ultimate Moving Guide: Part I

The Charleston movers of All My Sons Moving & Storage are the experts you can rely on to share the basics about organizing a move in the ultimate moving guide.

The Planning Starts Now

From the moment you know you are going to move, the first step is to create a well-developed moving plan. Start by creating a checklist of all the things you need to do, such as:

- Hire a moving company

- Donate or dispose of items you no longer need or want

- Pack household items

- Schedule service activation at the new house (and stop service at the old house)

- Etc.

By breaking down the monumental undertaking of a relocation into several different tasks, it's easier to manage and puts your mind at ease for the time being. The list also acts as a guideline letting you know how much you have already completed and how much there is still left to do. You can't deny the satisfaction of crossing something off a list, too.

Packing and Organizing

Once you have created a strategy, it's time to acquire moving boxes and start packing immediately, though you may want take this opportunity to sort through belongings you don't want anymore. You can donate gently used items to charity or properly dispose of items that are broken or don't work anymore. By getting rid of stuff, there's not as much to pack (and later try to fit into the new space).

Packing last minute is not ideal, not to mention extremely stressful. Seasonal items and décor should be among the first things you pack because they're not absolutely necessary right away. Chances are these things are halfway packed already anyway so it'll make you feel like you've packed more, which is great motivation to continue. As your moving date approaches, pack clothing and linens you don't use as often and wrap up your dinnerware, cookware, and glassware, leaving only the minimum necessary to make simple meals until you move. Don't forget about your food and cleaning products. Refrain from a full grocery run in the week or so leading up to the move and leave your daily essentials until the morning of your move. If you want to prepare, separate a duffel bag or two you can just throw these last minute items into before you lock up for good. Just a reminder, though, that this ultimate moving guide is just that, a guide, not a strict set of rules you have to follow. Everyone has a different set of belongings as well as different priorities and other things they may or may not consider essential.

Despite these basic suggestions, the whole idea of packing still overwhelms you, or it's just so tedious you don't want to deal with it. In either case, our Charleston packing service is available to to take this task off your hands! Our professional movers use precision and skill to efficiently pack up the items in your home in a timely manner. Each one of our movers has gone through an extensive background check to ensure they are reliable and trained properly to handle your most valuable items.

Call a Moving Company

Don't risk injuries or spend more money than you should when moving on your own. Research reliable moving companies in your area. Do not fall into the trap of hiring a fraudulent, sometimes “cheaper” moving company because it will end up costing you more in the long run when they surprise you with additional fees that were never discussed and your items will likely be at risk. Instead, look for reviews and notice how the staff responds to your questions.

Our reliable Charleston local movers will be more than happy to address any questions or concerns you may have and are absolutely transparent about the pricing of our moving services. Call our friendly moving consultants today to learn more about all the services we offer and get a free estimate today.