{"id":22475,"date":"2017-12-27T14:51:21","date_gmt":"2017-12-27T18:51:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=22475"},"modified":"2025-09-04T07:48:33","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T11:48:33","slug":"puzzle-of-moving-home-solved","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/puzzle-of-moving-home-solved\/","title":{"rendered":"The Intricate Puzzle of Moving Home [SOLVED]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>What if we tell you that the home moving process is nothing but a 12-piece jigsaw puzzle?<\/p>\n<p>In case you never knew that scientifically proven fact before, then\u2026 <strong><em><u>SURPRISE!!!<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s more, moving to a new home is by no means an ordinary puzzle \u2013 it\u2019s an artfully intricate, fairly complicated and often challenging brain-teaser which you must solve in order to have a successful household move.<\/p>\n<p>Solving the entire puzzle is critical, so whatever you do, don\u2019t lose any of its small pieces. The truth is that each little puzzle fragment will help you better visualize and understand the bigger moving picture in the end.<\/p>\n<p>Ready for some puzzle-solving fun?<\/p>\n<p>Here are the 12 puzzle pieces of the house moving process that you need to solve.<\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #1: O*P*T*I*O*N*S<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22483 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-1.jpg\" alt=\"Piece Puzzle 1: Options\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-1-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-1-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-1-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>Take out the very first puzzle piece out of the box. This initial tiny segment represents your viable home moving options, so you\u2019re free to place it anywhere on the table. Talking about the freedom of choice, right?<\/p>\n<p>And how that you have your <strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">OPTIONS<\/span><\/strong> laid out on the table, take a closer look at that they are.<\/p>\n<p>Is it really time to move home? Maybe your rental agreement is running out or you may have found a better job in a new city. Is it a love-driven move that will reunite you with the person you love? Are you running away from something\u2026 or someone? Or perhaps the moment to retire in style has finally arrived\u2026<\/p>\n<p>What matters is that now you\u2019ve got good choices about how you\u2019re going to make the house move a reality. Under specific circumstances, a self-move could work well for you, but more often than not, it comes down to choosing the right moving company.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/why-do-people-move\/\"><em>Why do people move? 6 good reasons to move home<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #2: T*I*M*E<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22487 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-2-.jpg\" alt=\"Piece puzzle 2: Time\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-2-.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-2--300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-2--768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-2--400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>The second puzzle piece is time-sensitive so you\u2019re going to have to connect it to the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>OPTIONS<\/strong><\/span> one as soon as you can. It\u2019s important to understand that the <strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">TIME<\/span><\/strong> you have until your move-out day will influence most of your decisions and determine your actions.<\/p>\n<p>Tick, tock, tick tock \u2013 there isn\u2019t any time to lose, for the countdown has already begun.<\/p>\n<p>Generally speaking, 4 weeks is the standard period in which a successful house move can be planned and organized (consider yourself lucky if you have that one month at your disposal), while emergency moves (last minute moves) are the hardest ones to pull off.<\/p>\n<p>Add the <strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">TIME<\/span> <\/strong>piece puzzle to realize the universal truth that the only good option for you is to start your moving preparation as soon as your move is confirmed and becomes only a matter of time.<\/p>\n<p>Remember that more time means a higher chance of success with less stress along the way.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/save-time-when-moving\/\"><em>How to save time when moving home<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #3: C*H*E*C*K*L*I*S*T<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22486 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-3.jpg\" alt=\"Piece puzzle 3: Checklist\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-3.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-3-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-3-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-3-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>The moment you have added the <strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">TIME<\/span> <\/strong>bit to your home moving puzzle, the next step is to learn how to organize that time in the most efficient way possible. Improper time management is one of the most frequent reasons for failed or disastrous attempts in the world of residential moving.<\/p>\n<p>Look for the <strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">CHECKLIST<\/span><\/strong>-labeled puzzle part and link it directly to the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>TIME<\/strong> <\/span>one to form the foundation for a local or cross country relocation without any major problems or setbacks.<\/p>\n<p>A good moving checklist will introduce structure and will force order into a process that\u2019s notorious for being too complex and confusing in the first place. Which crucial tasks are you expected to complete for a smooth move? When should you take care of all those jobs?<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the third puzzle piece that will make you see the big picture much clearer \u2013 remember that a customized and prioritized moving checklist will be your most trusted ally.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-checklist\/\"><em>Interactive moving checklist with 90 must-do tasks<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-timeline\/\"><em>Your week-by-week moving checklist<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #4: C*O*S*T<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22489 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-4.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 4: Cost\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-4.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-4-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-4-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/piece-puzzle-4-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>No matter how thoughtfully and cautiously you choose to piece your house move together, the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>COST<\/strong> <\/span>puzzle bit will always pop up to remind you that your hard-earned money is on the line here.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, your relocation puzzle won\u2019t be really complete without solving the <a href=\"\/move\/average-moving-cost\/\"><em>How-much-does-it-cost-to-move-house<\/em><\/a> bit. It can be a real struggle to keep your moving costs from going through the roof, so what can you do?<\/p>\n<p>The best cost-saving advice is to first learn how the moving price is formed and then to use that knowledge to your advantage.<\/p>\n<p>When moving across town or within the same state, local moving companies will charge you by the hour. Alternatively, local truck rental companies will give you quotes based on truck size, rental duration, and seasonal availability of vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>When moving across the country, long distance moving companies will give you estimates based on move distance, shipment weight, specialty items, additional services, and exact moving date.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-movers\/\"><em>How much does it cost to hire movers?<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #5: D*I*Y<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22491 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-5.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 5: Self-move\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/526\" width=\"900\" height=\"526\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-5.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-5-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-5-768x449.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-5-400x234.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>The <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>DIY<\/strong><\/span> puzzle piece can be a tricky one to incorporate successfully into the relocation enigma you\u2019re trying to solve. Why? The self-moving fragment requires too many conditions to be met in order to click safely into place.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re moving locally within a radius of around 100 miles inside the same state. Check.<\/p>\n<p>You have previous experience in organizing and executing a home move. Check.<\/p>\n<p>You do not own any specialty items that require professional packing and moving. Check.<\/p>\n<p>You have good friends who will definitely give you a hand when packing up your home and lifting heavy furniture. Check.<\/p>\n<p>You feel comfortable driving a large moving van through unknown territories. Check.<\/p>\n<p>Moving without professional assistance can still be the right option for you. However, the risks and dangers of self-moving, including the hidden DIY costs, could get you into more troubles than you ever anticipated.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/self-moving-mistakes-to-avoid\/\"><em>7 serious self-moving mistakes to avoid at all costs<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #6: M*O*V*E*R*S<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22492 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-6.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 6: Movers\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-6.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-6-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-6-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-6-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>It\u2019s always special when you know you\u2019re midway through solving a tough puzzle \u2013 you feel that you\u2019ve made quite a progress but you also realize there\u2019s so much work left to do as well.<\/p>\n<p>Take out the <strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">MOVERS<\/span><\/strong> bit out of the puzzle box and try to figure out its exact position in relation the 5 other pieces on the table. The good news is that solving properly this bit alone increases tenfold your chances of having a stress-free and headache-free residential move.<\/p>\n<p>Provided that you how to find a reputable and affordable moving company, that is.<\/p>\n<p>Professional movers have years of experience in packing, protecting, and moving all types of household items. What\u2019s more, their efficiency and reliability on Moving day are hard to match \u2013 they just know that it takes to maintain a very high level of safety and peace of mind for their customers.<\/p>\n<p>Needless to say, you still want to find a low-cost moving company that offers high-quality services.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/choose-moving-company\/\"><em>How to choose a moving company in 31.5 steps<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #7: P*U*R*G*E<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22493 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-7.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 7: Purge\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-7.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-7-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-7-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-7-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>There are only 6 more puzzle pieces to arrange on the table in front of you so that you can better understand the process of moving to a new home. Are you having fun or has that puzzle-solving affair become too much for you?<\/p>\n<p>The next puzzle segment you pull out of the box looks weird and its label reads <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>PURGE<\/strong><\/span>. No, this is not a mistake \u2013 rather, it\u2019s a moving tip that will let you save hundreds of dollars on your long distance move.<\/p>\n<p>You find it hard to believe, don\u2019t you?<\/p>\n<p>The idea is simple enough \u2013 the fewer household items you choose to take with you, especially when it comes to heavier things such as furniture pieces and domestic appliances, the less your shipment weight will be. And reduced weight means greatly decreased transportation charges.<\/p>\n<p>Purge your home of anything unnecessary. If you haven\u2019t used any items in more than 12 months, get rid of them TODAY. You will thank yourself later.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/get-rid-of-unwanted-items\/\"><em>How to get rid of unwanted items when moving house<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #8: B*O*X*E*S<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22494 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-8.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 8: Boxes\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-8.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-8-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-8-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-8-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>The next puzzle piece (<span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>BOXES<\/strong><\/span>) will help you initiate the start of the most dreaded pre-move task of them all \u2013 PACKING. But before you can even get down to packing up what you can on your own, you will definitely need tens and tens of cardboard boxes to keep your stuff safe and sound during transit.<\/p>\n<p>Attach the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>BOXES<\/strong> <\/span>puzzle bit to the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>PURGE<\/strong> <\/span>one to realize that professional packers will come with all the high-quality packing materials required for the job, but that extra service will cost you, sometimes a lot.<\/p>\n<p>What if we tell you that you can actually find good cardboard boxes without paying for them?<\/p>\n<p>First, ask around your circle of friends if anyone has spare moving boxes they won\u2019t need anymore? You can use your preferred social network to reach all of your friends at once.<\/p>\n<p>And secondly, local business such as supermarkets, home improvement stores, home electronics stores, bookstores and even liquor stores will most likely give you enough clean, dry and strong cardboard boxes just for the asking.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/get-boxes-for-moving\/\"><em>Where to get free moving boxes [Full Checklist]<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #9: P*A*C*K*I*N*G<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22495 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-9.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 9: Packing\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-9.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-9-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-9-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-9-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>Did you just take the <strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">PACKING<\/span> <\/strong>puzzle piece of the box? Oh, dear\u2026<\/p>\n<p>Yes, you know perfectly well that the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>PACKING<\/strong> <\/span>fragment should be linked to the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>BOXES<\/strong> <\/span>and <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>PURGE<\/strong> <\/span>bits, but it\u2019s the idea of having to initiate the most time-consuming job in your moving calendar is not too thrilling, to begin with.<\/p>\n<p>In reality, packing for a move doesn\u2019t have to be that scary at all. As long as you start the task early enough, packing up your things little by little every single day can go as smoothly as ever.<\/p>\n<p>Pack by yourself whatever you can &#8211; books and clothes, for example, are perfectly safe for all self-packers. However, you may want to leave super heavy items, breakables, antiques and valuables to professional packers who can guarantee the safety of your prized possessions.<\/p>\n<p>In any case, you must follow a good packing timeline to stay one step ahead of your home packing adventure.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/packing-timeline\/\"><em>Packing timeline: What to pack when for moving<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #10: S*A*F*E*T*Y<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22496 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Puzzle-piece-10.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 10: Safety\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Puzzle-piece-10.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Puzzle-piece-10-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Puzzle-piece-10-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Puzzle-piece-10-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>You\u2019re very close to solving the riddle of the home moving process \u2013 you only have 3 pieces to arrange to see the whole picture up close. The undeniable truth is that the more you understand what you\u2019re dealing with, the better you can handle the relocation challenge.<\/p>\n<p>You pull out a puzzle piece that says <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>SAFETY<\/strong><\/span>. You don\u2019t even have to ask yourself how crucial that part is for a problem-free household move.<\/p>\n<p>Good planning will contribute to a good level of overall safety \u2013 make sure you plan your actions at least 3 steps ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Ask some of your best friends to help you manage safely that highly transitional period of moving between two homes.<\/p>\n<p>Use adequate moving equipment whenever necessary, especially when you\u2019re about to lift heavy household items (yes, it\u2019s all about the furniture dolly).<\/p>\n<p>And, of course, use proper lifting techniques to avoid painful injuries.<\/p>\n<p>Above all, hiring reputable movers to handle the toughest aspects of your residential move will introduce the ultimate moving day safety and peace of mind you\u2019re after.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/avoid-injuries-when-moving\/\"><em>8 safety tips to avoid injuries when moving home<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #11: M*O*V*I*N*G + D*A*Y<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22498 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-11.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 11: Moving day\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-11.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-11-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-11-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-11-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>There are only two puzzle pieces left in the box, and you take out\u2026 the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>MOVING DAY<\/strong><\/span> one! Did you know that Moving day is, by far, the most feared day in the entire home moving operation?<\/p>\n<p>Part of that fear comes from the fact that Moving day is the culmination of all your pre-move efforts. In a way, it\u2019s like the day of a big school test where you will have to prove that all your labors prior to that point have not been in vain.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s right &#8211; the stress on Moving day will reach its peak, so do your best to keep things under control.<\/p>\n<p>Wake up early to give yourself enough time for one final check before your movers arrive. Don\u2019t make the mistake of leaving any tasks for the day of the move, no matter how quick they may seem. Also, moving day safety is paramount \u2013 dress appropriately for the occasion and keep small children and pets in a room away from the epicenter of all move-related activities.<\/p>\n<p>And most importantly, do not lose faith that things will be just fine in the end.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-day-mistakes-to-avoid\/\"><em>9 big moving day mistakes to avoid<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Puzzle piece #12: N*E*W + H*O*M*E<\/h2>\n<p><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22499 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-12.jpg\" alt=\"Puzzle piece 12: New home\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-12.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-12-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-12-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/puzzle-piece-12-400x233.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>The mystery is about to be solved \u2013 this is the very last piece of the home moving process and you will be able to see the bigger picture in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n<p>You place the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>NEW HOME<\/strong><\/span> puzzle piece next to the <span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>MOVING DAY<\/strong><\/span> one, press a bit harder than usual, and it clicks in place, displaying your own house move like you\u2019ve never seen it before.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\"><em><strong>Congratulations, you have just solved the Intricate Puzzle of Moving House!<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Now it\u2019s time to turn your full attention to the new house or apartment you\u2019ve just moved into. Do all you can to turn that new residence, one little step at a time, into the home you\u2019ve always wanted to have.<\/p>\n<p>However, before you can take advantage of these 9 simple ways to make your new place feel like home, it\u2019s about time you survive the very first day in your new place by knowing exactly what to do and why you should do it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/first-day-in-new-home\/\"><em>The very first day in your home: What to do and why<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What if we tell you that the home moving process is nothing but a 12-piece jigsaw puzzle? In case you never knew that scientifically proven fact before, then\u2026 SURPRISE!!! 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