Moving is tiring—there’s a lot to handle like packing, choosing a moving company, selling your current home, looking for a new one and everything in between. And even after you get to your new home, there’s still more to do—unpacking. Here are 10 simple organizing tips that can help you unpack more quickly:
- Take only what’s truly needed. How you pack can seriously affect how fast you unpack later. While packing, sort your belongings into three piles: stuff you want to keep, items to donate or sell, and things that should be tossed. Only bring the things you really need or want. This will save you time when unpacking. Think of your move as the perfect time to declutter.
- Pack a bag with your essentials. To make your first few days in the new house easier, prepare a personal bag for each family member. Put in things like toiletries, some clothes, snacks, any needed medicine and other items you’ll want to have on hand without opening all the boxes. Keep these bags with you in the car or carry them with you if you’re flying.
- Have an unpacking plan. Just like you plan your packing before the move, it helps to plan how you’ll unpack too. Spread out the work over a few days by breaking it into smaller tasks. This way, it won’t feel too stressful or overwhelming.
- Place each box in its right room. As you pack, write on each box what’s inside and which room it should go to in your new house. When unloading, make sure every box ends up in the correct room. This will make unpacking a lot simpler.
- Begin with the items you use the most. Whatever room you’re working on, find the important things first and set them up where they belong.
- Unpack room by room. If the whole house feels overwhelming, just complete one room fully before starting the next.
- Plan where things will go before unpacking. For every room, decide in advance where the furniture and other items should be placed as you unpack the boxes.
- Kitchen organizing tip – Start by setting up the main appliances. After that, unpack your food and place it in the pantry so it’s ready when you need it.
- Bedroom organizing tip – On the first day, set up the beds and put the sheets on. After a long day, you’ll be glad to have a cozy spot to relax and sleep.
- Bathroom organizing tip – Once you get there, put up the shower curtains and unpack your toiletries and towels. After a long day of moving, a nice shower will feel great.
If unpacking still feels like too much after your long-distance move, get in touch with No Boarders Moving & Storage. Our skilled team is here to help you settle into your new home with ease.