{"id":24021,"date":"2023-12-04T07:20:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-04T11:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=24021"},"modified":"2025-09-05T12:35:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T16:35:34","slug":"tips-for-making-moving-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/tips-for-making-moving-easy\/","title":{"rendered":"50 Tips to Make Moving Easier Than Ever: Easy Moving Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tips-for-making-moving-easy.jpg\" alt=\"How to make moving and packing easy\" class=\"wp-image-24036 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tips-for-making-moving-easy.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tips-for-making-moving-easy-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tips-for-making-moving-easy-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-c3a348\"><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=\";\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\";\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#_Follow_a_moving_checklist\">1. Follow a moving checklist<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Inventory_your_home\">2. Inventory your home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Declutter_your_home_like_crazy\">3. Declutter your home like crazy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Sell_items_you\u2019ll_never_use_again\">4. Sell items you\u2019ll never use again<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Start_packing_ASAP\">5. Start packing ASAP<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Follow_a_packing_timeline\">6. Follow a packing timeline<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Pack_the_toughest_rooms_first\">7. Pack the toughest rooms first<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Pack_in_logical_stages\">8. Pack in logical stages<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Don\u2019t_pay_for_moving_boxes\">9. Don\u2019t pay for moving boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Use_small_boxes_for_heavy_stuff\">10. Use small boxes for heavy stuff<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Use_suitcases_to_move_heavy_items\">11. Use suitcases to move heavy items<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Always_line_your_boxes\">12. Always line your boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Cut_out_box_handles\">13. Cut out box handles<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Keep_your_packing_station_clear\">14. Keep your packing station clear<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Use_plenty_of_Bubble_wrap\">15. Use plenty of Bubble wrap<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Pack_clothes_in_garbage_bags\">16. Pack clothes in garbage bags<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Use_wardrobe_boxes\">17. Use wardrobe boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Pre-pack_clothes_and_shoes\">18. Pre-pack clothes and shoes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Nestle_items_like_Russian_Dolls\">19. Nestle items like Russian Dolls<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Pack_dishes_vertically\">20. Pack dishes vertically<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Guard_your_valuables\">21. Guard your valuables<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Pack_books_properly\">22. Pack books properly<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Pack_essentials_boxes\">23. Pack essentials boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Do_NOT_pack_hazardous_items\">24. Do NOT pack hazardous items<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Fill_all_empty_spaces_in_boxes\">25. Fill all empty spaces in boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Plastic_wrap_your_drawers\">26. Plastic wrap your drawers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Label_your_boxes\">27. Label your boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Purge_your_medicine_cabinet\">28. Purge your medicine cabinet<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Keep_bathroom_items_from_spilling\">29. Keep bathroom items from spilling<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Keep_documents_in_a_binder\">30. Keep documents in a binder<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Photograph_your_electronics\">31. Photograph your electronics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Backup_your_electronic_data\">32. Backup your electronic data<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Organize_your_cords_with_paper_rolls\">33. Organize your cords with paper rolls<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Disassemble_furniture\">34. Disassemble furniture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Keep_small_elements_in_Ziploc_bags\">35. Keep small elements in Ziploc bags<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Lift_heavy_items_safely\">36. Lift heavy items safely<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Use_furniture_sliders\">37. Use furniture sliders<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Rent_a_moving_dolly\">38. Rent a moving dolly<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Stop_buying_groceries\">39. Stop buying groceries<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Defrost_your_refrigerator\">40. Defrost your refrigerator<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Reach_out_to_your_pals_EARLY\">41. Reach out to your pals EARLY<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Arrange_a_pet_sitter\">42. Arrange a pet sitter<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Fill_all_nail_holes\">43. Fill all nail holes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Change_your_address_in_advance\">44. Change your address in advance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Wear_appropriate_clothes_on_Moving_day\">45. Wear appropriate clothes on Moving day<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Prepare_a_snack_bag\">46. Prepare a snack bag<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Obtain_a_parking_permit\">47. Obtain a parking permit<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Do_not_make_costly_mistakes\">48. Do not make costly mistakes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Take_advantage_of_the_hi-tech_era\">49. Take advantage of the hi-tech era<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Hire_full-service_movers\">50. Hire full-service movers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Stressful, difficult, expensive, overwhelming\u2026 these are only a handful of adjectives that are often used to describe the process of moving from one home to another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news? Moving house doesn\u2019t have to be any of that. Knowledge is power, meaning that you only need the right pieces of information at the right time to simplify the moving process and make moving easier for you and your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re in luck, for these 50 tips for making moving easy will change everything, including the way you view the home moving process in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This super-detailed <strong>EASY<\/strong> <strong>MOVING CHECKLIST<\/strong> with 50 tried-and-true packing and moving tips will show you how to make moving easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to make your move easier than ever before?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Follow_a_moving_checklist\">1. Follow a moving checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of all the tips for making moving easier, organizing your time properly is clearly the number one pick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a <a href=\"\/move\/moving-checklist\/\">moving checklist<\/a> as early as you can, and then stick to that moving planner until the very end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll thank yourself later that you did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Inventory_your_home\">2. Inventory your home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-inventory-sheet\/\">Take full inventory<\/a> of your possessions, especially if you\u2019re hiring movers. A complete record of your household items will help you decide what to take and what to leave behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, the detailed inventory list will be super useful if something goes missing during the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Declutter_your_home_like_crazy\">3. Declutter your home like crazy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Get rid of old, broken, unwanted, or useless things to make packing and moving easy and reduce transportation costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t used any items for over a year, <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-declutter-before-moving\/\">it\u2019s time to discard them<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Sell_items_you\u2019ll_never_use_again\">4. Sell items you\u2019ll never use again<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make moving easier by pocketing some much-needed cash prior to Moving day. Earn money by selling all the things you will no longer need: <a href=\"\/move\/moving-sale-tips\/\">organize a garage sale<\/a> or <a href=\"\/move\/move-stuff-or-sell-it-before-moving\/\">sell stuff online<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Start_packing_ASAP\">5. Start packing ASAP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Still wondering how to make moving home easy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This one is easy: start packing up your things as soon as the house move becomes only a matter of time. Packing for a move takes forever, so give yourself a great head start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Follow_a_packing_timeline\">6. Follow a packing timeline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing up your things is the toughest task you\u2019ll have to complete when moving out and failure to organize your packing time can easily end in disaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure an easy move by creating and following a <a href=\"\/move\/packing-timeline\/\">packing calendar<\/a> where each packing job is prioritized and personalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Pack_the_toughest_rooms_first\">7. Pack the toughest rooms first<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing the most difficult rooms first won\u2019t be easy\u2026 but as you get more and more tired and your energy and motivation start to wane, packing <strong>will<\/strong> get easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make moving easy on yourself, <a href=\"\/move\/what-to-pack-first-when-moving\/\">initiate the packing task<\/a> with the storage areas in your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Pack_in_logical_stages\">8. Pack in logical stages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One way to make moving easier and less stressful is to break the packing task into mini-tasks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t pack up your home in one attempt, so pack one room and one mini-packing project at a time to <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-pack-for-a-move-quickly\/\">speed up packing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Don\u2019t_pay_for_moving_boxes\">9. Don\u2019t pay for moving boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always easier to move house when you don\u2019t have to worry about money. However, when moving on a budget, you should make an effort to save money on packing supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/get-boxes-for-moving\/\">Get free moving boxes<\/a> from friends, local businesses, or specialized websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Use_small_boxes_for_heavy_stuff\">10. Use small boxes for heavy stuff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing and moving made easy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Distribute your heavy items into several smaller boxes to keep things safe. Would you rather carry 5 smaller and lighter boxes or one insanely heavy box that could break under its own weight?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t risk causing property damage or inflicting personal injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Use_suitcases_to_move_heavy_items\">11. Use suitcases to move heavy items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Carrying super heavy boxes is never fun, and it could be dangerous too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use all suitcases you own to pack and move heavy items, especially books. The handles and wheels will make moving easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Always_line_your_boxes\">12. Always line your boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Good packing tips will make moving easier\u2026 and safer too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to place clean sheets of paper or sheets of bubble wrap\u00ae on the bottom of each cardboard box before packing it with various items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Cut_out_box_handles\">13. Cut out box handles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardboard boxes can be tricky to move around, especially when those containers are heavy and inconvenient to lift and carry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use a box cutter to cut rectangular-shaped handles into the sides of your cardboard boxes for easier and safer lifting and carrying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Keep_your_packing_station_clear\">14. Keep your packing station clear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a packing station \u2013 a large table, for example \u2013 that will be the hub of all your packing activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That way, packing will be a lot easier as long as you keep that station tidy and clear, with no random and useless packing materials around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Use_plenty_of_Bubble_wrap\">15. Use plenty of Bubble wrap\u00ae<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t skimp on <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-pack-with-bubble-wrap\/\">Bubble wrap<\/a>\u00ae &#8211; the best protective material when packing things for a move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The air bubbles create an outstanding level of protection for <a href=\"\/move\/pack-fragile-items-for-moving\/\">fragile items<\/a> (china, stemware) that can easily break during the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bubble Wrap\u00ae is the registered trademark of Sealed Air Corporation.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Pack_clothes_in_garbage_bags\">16. Pack clothes in garbage bags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing <a href=\"\/move\/pack-clothes-for-moving\/\">clothes<\/a> for a move doesn\u2019t get any easier than that: pull a clean garbage bag over your hanging clothes to pack them directly off the wardrobe or closet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unpacking your bagged clothes will be a breeze too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Use_wardrobe_boxes\">17. Use wardrobe boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-pack-hangers-and-hanging-clothes-for-moving\/\">hanging clothes<\/a> in garbage bags is super easy but it\u2019s not a good way to move your expensive clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack and transport your designer clothes in special wardrobe boxes that will provide the best protection for your valuable garments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Pre-pack_clothes_and_shoes\">18. Pre-pack clothes and shoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Save plenty of time by pre-packing winter clothes when moving in the summer and boxing early summer clothes during a winter move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same packing principle is valid when packing <a href=\"\/move\/pack-shoes-for-moving\/\">shoes<\/a> as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Nestle_items_like_Russian_Dolls\">19. Nestle items like Russian Dolls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make packing easier by using proven <a href=\"\/move\/clever-packing-tips-and-tricks\/\">packing tricks and hacks<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t just move empty containers \u2013 instead, nestle smaller items into larger ones, just like Matryoshka dolls, to save space and cut packing time at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Pack_dishes_vertically\">20. Pack dishes vertically<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kitchen plates are one of the most fragile items to pack. Make your move easier and safer by placing paper plates or Styrofoam plates between the china ones to eliminate any possible contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, <a href=\"\/move\/packing-dishes\/\">pack your dishes<\/a> vertically into the box so that they don\u2019t break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Guard_your_valuables\">21. Guard your valuables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What&#8217;s next on this easy-to-follow moving checklist? Protect your high-value articles!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack up safely your smaller valuables &#8211; <a href=\"\/move\/pack-jewelry-for-move\/\">jewelry<\/a>, collectors&#8217; items, important documents, electronic gadgets, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t let movers handle your valuable items, but do it entirely on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Pack_books_properly\">22. Pack books properly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing <a href=\"\/move\/pack-books-for-moving\/\">books<\/a> for a move is easy as long as you remember two basic rules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>always arrange books in boxes with their spines facing the bottom and their open parts facing you, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pack books in small boxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Pack_essentials_boxes\">23. Pack essentials boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You will surely need a box of absolute essentials that should help you survive the period of time until you get reunited with your everyday belongings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing an <a href=\"\/move\/open-first-box\/\">essentials box<\/a> will not only make moving easier, but more manageable too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Do_NOT_pack_hazardous_items\">24. Do NOT pack hazardous items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make packing easier by not wasting any precious packing time. Do not pack any items that are dangerous to be transported due to their flammable, corrosive, and explosive nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, dispose of such <a href=\"\/move\/moving-non-allowable-items\/\">hazardous materials<\/a> in an environmentally friendly way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Fill_all_empty_spaces_in_boxes\">25. Fill all empty spaces in boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A good tip for making moving easier is to fill all empty spaces inside the boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use crumpled paper or bubble wrap\u00ae to ensure nothing inside will shift, or use clothing or towels to save valuable space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Plastic_wrap_your_drawers\">26. Plastic wrap your drawers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for quick and easy packing tips?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check this out: pull out a desk drawer, the way it is full of whatnot, and plastic wrap it well to keep its contents intact during the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This packing hack alone can save you up to an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Label_your_boxes\">27. Label your boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making moving easier and more efficient is all about the little things, like using a permanent marker to <a href=\"\/move\/box-label-system-when-moving\/\">label your boxes<\/a> after packing them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For easier identification, label the boxes &#8211; destination room, contents, and handling instructions &#8211; on the side, not on the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Purge_your_medicine_cabinet\">28. Purge your medicine cabinet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure important medications stay with you at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make your move an easier one by not packing medical products you don\u2019t need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go through all medications in your medicine cabinet, one by one, and check their expiration dates and usefulness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Keep_bathroom_items_from_spilling\">29. Keep bathroom items from spilling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One problem when moving <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-pack-a-bathroom-for-moving\/\">bathroom items<\/a> is the risk of spills and leaks during transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The solution is simple: place a piece of wrap over the opening of a bottle with liquid inside it, then screw on the cap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Keep_documents_in_a_binder\">30. Keep documents in a binder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All your <a href=\"\/move\/important-documents-when-moving\/\">important documents<\/a> must stay with you throughout the move, so the best way is to keep them all in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make moving easier and less stressful by creating a folder and keeping there your personal documents, including the generated moving documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Photograph_your_electronics\">31. Photograph your electronics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best hacks to make moving easier is to take a photo of the way your <a href=\"\/move\/pack-electronics-for-moving\/\">electronic devices<\/a> are wired up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, when the move is complete, use that same photo to hook up your electronics quickly and hassle-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Backup_your_electronic_data\">32. Backup your electronic data<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When moving a desktop computer or a laptop, backup the important data on them because anything can happen on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transfer important files to an external hard drive, or a flash drive, or use an online cloud storage service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Organize_your_cords_with_paper_rolls\">33. Organize your cords with paper rolls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another packing hack from this moving checklist is to keep all your cables neatly organized by wrapping up each cord and inserting it inside an empty roll of toilet paper or kitchen paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s fast, easy, and won\u2019t cost you a cent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Disassemble_furniture\">34. Disassemble furniture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make moving furniture easy by choosing to <a href=\"\/move\/furniture-disassembly-moving\/\">disassemble large furniture<\/a>, whenever possible, to its basic structural elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That way, the separate pieces will be better protected and you will be able to pack, move, and load them for an easier and safer move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Keep_small_elements_in_Ziploc_bags\">35. Keep small elements in Ziploc bags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sealable plastic bags are excellent for keeping small parts from getting lost or misplaced during a house move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Place nuts, bolts, screws, washers, and other tiny fastening elements in Ziploc bags and keep them together with their furniture piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Lift_heavy_items_safely\">36. Lift heavy items safely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Accident<\/em> <\/strong>and <strong><em>injury<\/em> <\/strong>are not words you\u2019d want to hear during your house move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make moving easier and safer by using the <a href=\"\/move\/avoid-injuries-when-moving\/#proper-lifting-techniques\">proper lifting techniques<\/a> when moving heavy items out of the old home and into the new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Use_furniture_sliders\">37. Use furniture sliders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make moving furniture easy by using furniture sliders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just place a specialized slider, made of plastic and hard rubber, under each leg of a furniture piece and push that big and heavy item effortlessly across the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zero chance of <a href=\"\/move\/protect-floors-when-moving\/\">floor damage<\/a> too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Rent_a_moving_dolly\">38. Rent a moving dolly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to tools to make moving easier, nothing beats the functionality, convenience, and safety of a <strong><a href=\"\/move\/moving-dolly\/\">moving dolly<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to move by yourself, you must rent or purchase an appliance dolly with soft rubber tires from a local moving company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Stop_buying_groceries\">39. Stop buying groceries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you don\u2019t throw away any good food prior to the move: stop buying groceries roughly a week before you move out so that you have time to consume the current <a href=\"\/move\/what-to-do-with-food-when-moving\/\">food supplies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Donate any food that\u2019s left over: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moveforhunger.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Food for Hunger<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Defrost_your_refrigerator\">40. Defrost your refrigerator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to defrost your fridge at least 24 hours prior to Moving day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in a real hurry, you may use a hair dryer to melt the ice much faster. Trust us, <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-move-a-refrigerator\/\">moving a fridge<\/a> that\u2019s leaking water is no fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Reach_out_to_your_pals_EARLY\">41. Reach out to your pals EARLY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How to make moving house easy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving house is not a job for one person. Make moving easy on yourself: ask your trusted friends to <a href=\"\/move\/friends-help-you-move\/\">give you a hand<\/a> when packing and moving your stuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do it plenty in advance to avoid disrupting their plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Arrange_a_pet_sitter\">42. Arrange a pet sitter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make moving easier on pets by making sure your animal friend is safe and stress-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrange for somebody to look after your <a href=\"\/move\/how-moving-affects-cats\/\">cat<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-a-dog\/\">dog,&nbsp;<\/a><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-birds-to-a-new-home\/\">bird<\/a>, or another pet animal you may have. When moving long distances, arrange your pet\u2019s safe transition to the new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Fill_all_nail_holes\">43. Fill all nail holes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your landlord may get upset over nothing, just to keep the deposit to themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let that happen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fill in any tiny nail holes in the walls with a bar of white soap or toothpaste &#8211; it\u2019s easy, quick, and can save you problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Change_your_address_in_advance\">44. Change your address in advance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/change-address-when-moving\/\">Change your address<\/a> with the USPS at least two weeks prior to your move-out date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose one of 4 change-of-address methods <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>online,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>in person,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>over the phone, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>by mail <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>to complete this must-do task in advance, and thus lighten your post-move checklist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Wear_appropriate_clothes_on_Moving_day\">45. Wear appropriate clothes on Moving day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make moving easier by making it safer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be mindful of what you wear on Moving day: opt for comfortable clothes that give you freedom of movement and select a closed pair of shoes with excellent traction (non-slip soles) and ankle protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Prepare_a_snack_bag\">46. Prepare a snack bag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your moving day will require plenty of physical and mental effort from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your energy levels elevated throughout the move by preparing a snack bag (snack bin) full of protein bars, chocolate bars, cookies, and other types of snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bottled water too. &nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Obtain_a_parking_permit\">47. Obtain a parking permit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When renting a moving van as a result of your decision to move without movers, remember to reserve a parking space for the moving vehicle at both the origin and destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obtaining a parking permit is especially important when moving from or to big cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Do_not_make_costly_mistakes\">48. Do not make costly mistakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Easier said than done!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of all the tips for an easy move you\u2019ll find here, this piece of advice is both the best and the vaguest one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid making any major <a href=\"\/move\/top-moving-mistakes\/\">moving mistakes<\/a> as they will only complicate your move, often forcing you to lose more time, money, and energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Take_advantage_of_the_hi-tech_era\">49. Take advantage of the hi-tech era<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let modern technology help you move faster and easier than ever before!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moveadvisor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>MoveAdvisor<\/em><\/a> is a cutting-edge mobile app with amazing built-in features (Moving timeline, Home Inventory, Moving Company Locator) that will make your move a breeze from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>MoveAdvisor<\/em> is 100% free to download and use, available for Android-running smartphones (<a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.moveadvisor.bundle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google Play Store<\/a>), as well as for iPhones and iPads (<a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/moveadvisor\/id1056650742\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Apple Store<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Hire_full-service_movers\">50. Hire full-service movers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That is correct &#8211; the easiest way to move to a new home is to hire the services of a reputable full-service moving company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watch this to find out if professional movers fit your budget!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\ud83d\ude9a How Much Does It Cost to Hire Long-Distance Movers in 2025? \ud83d\udce6\ud83d\udcb8\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NGdF8-m2S-g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Full-service movers will do it all \u2013 cost estimation, packing, custom crating &#8211; if necessary, furniture disassembly and re-assembly, heavy lifting, loading, and unloading of your items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, you won\u2019t have a lift a finger as experienced professionals take care of the toughest aspects of your house move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part? 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