The deal is closed on the new house. The old one is on the market. Now comes the time for the move. But, before engaging an On-Island Moving Service in Pearl City, there are a few items to check through before calling anyone. These tips can ensure a minimum of chaos on what will be a very hectic week and make the actual move as smooth and hassle-free an experience as possible.
First and foremost is to properly organize everything. All boxes should be clearly labeled with their contents. You could use colored markers for this purpose, but a much better alternative is colored packing/labeling tape. Rolls of these are available in the housewares section of any large store, hardware retailer, or the local self-packing and moving service. Each roll has its own color and the section of the house clearly marked. This provides a quick visual reference to make it far easier to know which box the silverware is packed in or the bathroom towels. Part of proper organization is stacking the boxes as tightly as possible in the truck, using every available inch of space. This cuts down on the number of trips that will have to be made. Of course, professional movers can easily handle this part of the operation.
A final walkthrough of the house is essential to make sure nothing has been left behind. Also, it’s necessary to check for any small bits of damage that may have been inflicted while the bulkier furniture was taken out, including scratches in the paint, knicks in the wall, and dirt left behind on the carpeting. The walkthrough also is an opportunity to ensure the gas, water, and lights are all turned off and nothing remains in the closets.
Making sure everything arrives at the proper destination would seem to be a given, but mistakes can happen. Fortunately, professional movers will already have the destination logged into their GPS receiver. Once there, the process of unloading and unpacking begins. Be sure to move the bedroom furniture first so that a comfortable first night in the new home can be enjoyed before the real unpacking begins.
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