Moving Guide for Storage
Moving to a new place can be exciting, but it almost always comes with hard work. The good news is that you can lessen your overall workload and make the days and weeks leading up to your moving day less stressful and more efficient.
Mini Mall Storage is here to provide self storage near you, advise you, and give you the power to make any move as easily as possible. Our knowledgeable Storage Concierges have the experience and compassion to help you through your transition. But before you pick up the phone, weâll walk you through 12 tips to moving successfully throughout your whole process.
Months Before the Move
Not every move allows you to get started months before move-in day. But for those that do, itâs an invaluable time to help make the rest of the move easierâor harder, if you neglect to take the proper steps. Months before the move, you should be looking to:
get organized
Create a moving binder, organize documents, create spreadsheets, create a timeline, and more.
take inventory
Figure out what youâve got to move, what you canât, and what special accommodations or arrangements will be necessary.
determine what you need
From necessary logistical information to boxes and other supplies, there are many moving parts, supplies, and details to figure out before your move. Work out what you need as early as possible to be successful.
start packing
Itâs never too early to start packing!
The Month Before the Move
During your moving month, you should transition your thinking beyond the generalities and into specifics. Because those specifics are going to help keep you on track and:
decide how you'll move
Whether by yourself, with the help of friends, or a moving company, plan the big day now.
buy any necessary supplies
Those you figured youâd need a little while ago? Itâs time to buy them. Youâll start using them soon.
line up utilities if possible
Getting to your house only to find the lights and water wonât work is a drag. Make sure everything is lined up for a smooth transition.
rent a storage unit
A storage unit can help you make an easier transition during a move. Get one now so you donât miss out on its benefits.
The Week of the Move
The big day has finally arrived! While some moves can be completed in a single day, it's often helpful to spread the process over a few days if you can. Giving yourself a little extra time allows for more flexibility, whether it's handling last-minute tasks, unexpected delays, or simply making sure nothing gets left behind.
pack
Thereâs no getting around it. Youâve probably packed things you arenât using by now, but itâs time to pack the items you use daily.
plan your meals
Food in your fridge can be overlooked. A week before your move, plan out your meals so your food isnât wasted.
change your address
From online subscriptions to important documents like your driverâs license, make sure a new address doesnât interfere with anything important.
do your final run-through of the old place
You probably wonât return, so make sure you didnât leave anything important, valuable, or irreplaceable behind.
Mini Mall Storage Can Help
Moving is hard, but finding additional storage space is easy. Mini Mall Storage can assist with affordable self storage units at locations across North America. A self storage unit can be a great staging area and even help if thereâs a gap between when you must leave your current place and when you can move into your new place. Rent yours at a Mini Mall Storage location near you today!
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