{"id":12389,"date":"2024-03-08T10:20:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T14:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=12389"},"modified":"2024-03-08T11:24:10","modified_gmt":"2024-03-08T15:24:10","slug":"local-moving-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/local-moving-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Invaluable Tips When Moving Locally: Moving Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"690\/445\" width=\"690\" height=\"445\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/family.jpg\" alt=\"Tips for moving locally\" class=\"wp-image-42074 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/family.jpg 690w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/family-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hl-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Highlights\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Moving locally is supposed to be easier compared to long-distance moving. And yet, a local move can prove to be really tricky!<\/li><li>The level of your preparation will determine how successful your local move turns out to be.<\/li><li>Use this local moving checklist to your advantage &#8211; 10 tips when moving locally to help you have a problem-free move.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-0526b9\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\" style=\"display:block;\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#_Begin_moving_preparations_ASAP\">1. Start working on your move ASAP<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Hire_local_movers\">2. Hire local movers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Organize_a_DIY_move\">3. Organize a DIY move<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Prepare_packing_supplies\">4. Prepare the packing supplies<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_It\u2019s_time_to_declutter\">5. Declutter, declutter, declutter<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Pack_in_stages\">6. Pack in stages<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Decide_what_youll_do_with_your_furniture\">7. Decide what you&#8217;ll do with your furniture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#nbsp;_Transfer_utilities\">8. Transfer the utilities<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Change_your_address\">9. Change your address<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#nbsp;_Safer_for_children_and_pets\">10. Make Moving day safer for children and pets<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it may sound pretty straightforward to move locally, relocating short-distance does not guarantee you an outright success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it is mostly true that local moves are usually planned, organized, and performed more easily than long-distance interstate ones, any type of relocation has its specifics and should not be underestimated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My 10+ years of house-moving experience have taught me that the failure to recognize the significance of local moving may get you into certain troubles before and on Moving day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help with your local relocation, here are some great moving tips so that you handle the upcoming move in the best possible way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the top 10 tips for moving locally. For you and your family. For your successful local move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Begin_moving_preparations_ASAP\">1. Start working on your move ASAP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s vital that you start the necessary preparations as soon as your local move has become imminent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this week-by-week <a href=\"\/move\/moving-timeline\/\">moving timeline<\/a> and devise your own checklist of the things you need to do before you can finally settle down in your new home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you cross out each completed task, you will see how your personalized moving timeline will greatly help you stay on the right organizational track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try not to approach your intrastate relocation too casually. You may be thinking, <em>I\u2019m only moving short distance so I\u2019ve got plenty of time.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is NOT the right mindset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that the fewer days there are left till Moving day, the quicker time seems to pass by. And this is why you should never get comfortable until the whole moving affair is over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/guide-to-hiring-local-movers\/\">The Complete Guide to Hiring Local Movers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Hire_local_movers\">2. Hire local movers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"267\/400\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/local-movers.jpg\" alt=\"Local movers\" class=\"wp-image-42084 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/local-movers.jpg 267w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/local-movers-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><figcaption>Trustworthy movers offer a guarantee for a fast and professional local moving job.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a big decision to make when moving locally \u2013 should you do the relocation entirely on your own or should you employ the services of a local moving company?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For local moves, <a href=\"\/moving-companies.php\">reputable local movers<\/a> offer services that you pay for by the hour. In other words, local moving companies charge on an hourly basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In reality, this may be a great option in your case \u2013 you can pack all or part of your household items on your own and then hire a moving company to help with the loading and transportation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, your mover will offer adequate insurance against any move-related accidents, short-term storage for your items (if you need any), and a guarantee for a fast and professional moving job. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to request an in-house written estimate from the chosen moving company, be sure to understand fully the clauses of each document before you sign it, ask your mover about additional charges that may apply, and voice any concerns you may have regarding the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How much does it cost to hire local movers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The national average cost of a local move is about <strong>$1,680<\/strong> with a price range from <strong>$480 to $2,880<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The average moving cost when moving locally is around <strong>$80 per hour per local mover.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, hiring 2 men and a truck will cost you approximately <strong>$160 per hour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/moving-cost-estimator.php\"><strong>Moving Cost Calculator<\/strong><\/a> to get a good idea of how much your local move will cost you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your local move is complete, take a moment to <a href=\"\/write-a-review\">write a moving review<\/a> about the services of the mover you\u2019ve just used. This is a very important step which will be beneficial for you in several ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-movers\/#local-movers-cost\">How Much Does It Cost to Hire Movers Per Hour? Local Movers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Organize_a_DIY_move\">3. Organize a DIY move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-12416 size-full\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/268\" width=\"450\" height=\"268\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/family-carrying-boxes-stairs.jpg\" alt=\"Reliable helpers are what make do-it-yourself local moves feasible.\" class=\"wp-image-12416 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/family-carrying-boxes-stairs.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/family-carrying-boxes-stairs-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/family-carrying-boxes-stairs-400x238.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>Reliable helpers are what make DIY local moves feasible.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Local relocation can be done without the help of a mover but there are certain prerequisites for a trouble-free move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> First of all, you need a bunch of reliable friends to help you pack, carry your household items to the truck, load them onto the moving vehicle, and then do the same things in reversed order. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that having non-professionals move bulky and heavy household items can be hard, risky, and plain dangerous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, you need to hire moving equipment \u2013 from a dolly to assist you with the heavy stuff to a moving truck to transport your belongings to their new destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And finally, your local move won\u2019t be insured in any way so if something bad happens, there\u2019s really nothing you can do about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure enough, you\u2019re likely to cut down the moving expenses by relocating locally by yourself. Whether you\u2019ll end up saving big, less, or none at all with your DIY move will depend on several factors and it\u2019s not something that can be reasonably calculated until after you\u2019ve settled down in your new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-move-by-yourself\/\">How to Move by Yourself (DIY Moving)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Prepare_packing_supplies\">4. Prepare the packing supplies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have decided to pack by yourself, logic dictates that the first thing you need to do is to get yourself plenty of packing materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you\u2019ve guessed it right \u2013 it\u2019s all about the moving boxes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need clean boxes of assorted sizes, in good condition, with sturdy bottoms and available covers. There are several ways you can go about finding them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First of all, go to a few local supermarkets and ask around &#8211; there\u2019s a big chance that they have suitable boxes which they won\u2019t need anymore and will probably give them to you for free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-12406 size-full\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/300\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/box-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tips when moving locally\" class=\"wp-image-42076 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/box-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/box-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>For a successful packing experience, you need good boxes of assorted sizes.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, ask friends, coworkers, and neighbors (or anyone else who may have recently moved) if they have any such moving recipients to spare. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And finally, if your hunt for free boxes fails, you can always buy a wide assortment of them from a moving company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides boxes, make sure you have enough packing paper, bubble wrap, packing tape, color markers, a pair of scissors, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/get-boxes-for-moving\/\">Where to Get Free Moving Boxes Near You<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_It\u2019s_time_to_declutter\">5. Declutter, declutter, declutter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An upcoming move, even a local one, presents a good opportunity for you to go through your personal possessions and see if there are any specific items you just won\u2019t use in the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is that more stuff you have to pack and relocate means more hard-earned money out of your own pocket and more valuable time spent boxing up useless items that you will need to store in the new place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that there are several right paths you can follow here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of all the items you have carefully sorted out, some can be gifted to family members, friends, coworkers, or neighbors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other possessions of yours can be donated to charitable organizations or sold at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/moving-sale-tips\/\">garage sale<\/a> before you move out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you encounter any worthless stuff, like broken items that cannot be repaired or old ones that nobody will ever appreciate, then you should throw them away for proper recycling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-declutter-before-moving\/\">How to Declutter Your Home Before Moving: 10 Decluttering Steps<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Pack_in_stages\">6. Pack in stages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-12414\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"650\/253\" width=\"650\" height=\"253\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chairs.jpg\" alt=\"Pack in stages when moving locally\" class=\"wp-image-42086 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chairs.jpg 650w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chairs-300x117.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption>When packing your household belongings, start from the large pieces of furniture and work your way towards your smaller items.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if the time factor is taken out of the equation, packing your entire house in one go just won\u2019t work. Why? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because a second factor comes into play and its name is\u2026 space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepare an inventory of your entire house so that you know in advance whether you\u2019ll be taking all of your household items to your new place or you\u2019ll end up leaving some of them behind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Begin the packing process from the rooms you use the least such as storage areas (garage, basement, attic) and guest rooms, and work your way to the premises you use every day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, take a moment to prioritize the entire packing experience &#8211; think about how the larger items will be packed for moving (furniture, kitchen appliances, etc.) before you start boxing up the smaller stuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/packing-timeline\/\">Packing Timeline: What to Pack When for Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Decide_what_youll_do_with_your_furniture\">7. Decide what you&#8217;ll do with your furniture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important decisions you&#8217;ll have to make when moving locally is whether you will move any of your furniture pieces to the new home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you&#8217;re only moving a short distance away, you can choose to take some furniture items with you. This is especially relevant when the new place is not fully furnished or when you own expensive or valuable (antique) furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The thing you should understand here is that due to the great weight and considerable size of most furniture, any piece you opt to move will prolong the time you need to pack it safely and increase the transportation costs because of the extra weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what should you do with your furniture when you&#8217;re moving locally?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In reality, you have several good options when it comes to what to do with your furniture during a local move:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Pack and move <\/strong>some of the furniture to the new place, especially when the pieces are expensive and valuable;<\/li><li><strong>Organize <\/strong>a garage sale and try to sell the units you&#8217;re not taking with you.<\/li><li><strong>Offer <\/strong>some of the pieces to friends or family members, if applicable.<\/li><li><strong>Donate <\/strong>some furniture items to charitable organizations to help strangers in need.<\/li><li><strong>Dispose <\/strong>of your old, unneeded furniture items in an environmentally friendly way.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/what-to-do-with-furniture-when-moving\/\">What to Do With Furniture When Moving: 7 Great Options<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nbsp;_Transfer_utilities\">8. Transfer the utilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-12409 size-full\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/300\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/utilities.jpg\" alt=\"Switching your utilities to your new address is an important step of your local relocation. \" class=\"wp-image-12409 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/utilities.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/utilities-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/utilities-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>Switching your utilities to your new address is an important step in your local relocation.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, even when you\u2019re relocating locally, you still need to transfer the utilities to your new address because the utility companies won\u2019t do it for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll have to contact all of your service providers (electricity, water, gas, cable TV, Internet, newspaper and magazine subscriptions, etc.) a few weeks before your move and let them know that your address is about to change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep records of your switch-overs in case of mistakes. After all, you really don\u2019t want to pay somebody else\u2019s bills, do you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/transfer-utilities-when-moving\/\">How to Transfer Utilities When Moving: 10 Easy Steps<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Change_your_address\">9. Change your address<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be moving only a short distance away but your postal address is surely going to change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Logic says that even if you were to move just across the street, your new address would still be different from your current one. And this is why one of your tasks when moving locally is to change your address with the USPS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you happen to be too busy before the move and you can&#8217;t find any spare time, you may opt to change your postal address after the move is complete. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, you&#8217;re still recommended to do it before moving out of your current house or apartment so that you can continue to receive your regular mail without any issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, it&#8217;s relatively easy to change your address with the United States Postal Service (USPS). All in all, you have 4 options to change your address when moving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Change your address <strong>ONLINE <\/strong>by visiting the official webpage of the USPS;<\/li><li>Change your postal address <strong>IN PERSON<\/strong> by visiting the nearest USPS office;<\/li><li>Change your address by <strong>PHONE<\/strong>; or<\/li><li>Change your postal address by <strong>MAIL <\/strong>(naturally).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/change-address-when-moving\/\">How to Change Your Address When Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nbsp;_Safer_for_children_and_pets\">10. Make Moving day safer for children and pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-12410\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"400\/400\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/children-and-pets.jpg\" alt=\"How to keep Moving day safe\" class=\"wp-image-42088 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/children-and-pets.jpg 400w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/children-and-pets-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/children-and-pets-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption>The safety of your children and pets should be your top priority.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Periods of intensified moving preparation are definitely not the best times for toddlers crying to be fed or comforted, or <a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-kids\/\">preschoolers<\/a> or <a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-a-pet\/\">pets<\/a> running uncontrollably around the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Number one, it\u2019s not safe for them to be in the house at all during such stressful moments, especially on Moving day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there\u2019s no other temporarily safer place for them to be, make sure there\u2019s somebody else there to take good care of them so that no accidents occur to further complicate things. Ask a close friend or hire a professional specialist to babysit them \u2013 it\u2019s up to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Remember: safety above all else!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And number two, unsupervised children and\/or pets could considerably and undesirably slow down, or even hinder, the relocation process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-day\/\">Moving Day Checklist: Tips to Survive the Big Day<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have opted for a DIY local move, then the stress on your shoulders will be even bigger and the last thing you\u2019d want to do is chase your loved ones up and down your home in an effort to persuade them to behave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, your top priority on Moving day, and even before its arrival, should be to ensure your kids and pets are safe and sound so that you can stay completely focused on the numerous tasks ahead of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Must-read<\/strong>: <a href=\"\/move\/local-moving-checklist\/\">Local Moving Checklist: How to Prepare for a Local Move<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highlights Moving locally is supposed to be easier compared to long-distance moving. 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