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The process of moving can be stressful on your whole family, but with a little planning and organization the packing part doesn't have to be so daunting. The larger your house, the more stuff you have and the longer it will take you to pack, but these tips will help make the whole process easier and even fun! There's no better time than a move to really determine what you need and what you can get rid of that's been hanging around for years.
Before you start taking things off the shelves and putting them into boxes, read over these tips to have you packing like a pro!
1. Get Supplies Ready in Advance - Here's what you'll need:
2. Keep all of your supplies in one place, that way you'll know exactly where to go for what you need.
3. Make a list of the contents in each box. It may sound time consuming to write down everything that's in a box, but trust me you'll thank yourself later when you're looking for that stapler or extension cord!
4. If you've kept the original boxes for things like printers, dvd players, or glass items, USE THEM for packing those items.
5. Sort through everything as you're packing, making a pile for things you can donate or throw away.
6. Keep each box to less than 50 lbs.
7. Label each box with more than just "Kitchen". Indicate if it's fragile or items you'll use right away.
8. Use towels and blankets to wrap fragile items to save space.
9. Pack similar items together - don't mix kids toys with office supplies.
10. If you've hired movers, keep fragile and personal items off to the side and move those boxes yourself to help prevent loss or damage.
11. Move plants yourself (movers typically won't move them). Put them in shallow boxes or leak proof plastic containers.
12. Focus on one room at a time.
13. Use clear plastic ziplock bags to keep small items together and easy to see.
14. If you have children, pack their items last.
15. Make copies of documentation like car titles, insurance policies, your social security card, and even your driver's license just in case the originals go missing during the move.
16. Use newspaper to fill in dead space in boxes instead of wrapping breakable items in it. The ink can rub off causing you to have to wash everything when you're unpacking in your new home.
17. Pack medicines in a leak-proof container.
18. Tape the bottom of boxes before you pack them. Tape the top of the box closed when finished, this will make stacking easier.
19. Label boxes on all sides so you can see at a glance what's in it or where it goes.
20. Before you pack your computer, make sure to create a back-up copy of your files.
21. Be sure to empty drawers from dressers as movers will typically not move them if full.
22. Get your kids involved! Give them a pile of things they can put into a box so they feel helpful and part of the family move.
What other packing tips do you have?
My name is Helen Miltiades and I am an experienced Realtor in Savannah, Ga. Please don't hesitate to contact me for any Real Estate or vacation needs and questions. You can also connect with me on my Facebook Page for events and happenings in the Savannah area, as well as home ownership tips, real estate market updates, and so much more!
If you are moving to the Savannah, Ga area, any one of the many homes for sale could just be your dream home!
Helen is a native Savannahian. She has been a Realtor for 26 years and has been awarded the Savannah Board of Realtors Million Dollar Club for 24 consecutive years. She has earned the designations of Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), and Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) which only 3% of all Realtors in the nation have achieved. She received her brokers license in 1988 and established Helen Miltiades Realty in 1990.
