Each day, over 20,000 people suffer from mental health related issues associated with moving. Ok, that statistic is entirely made up. What is true however, is that the likelihood of a move being stressful is going to come because of being disorganized and unprepared. Creating a moving checklist helps to mitigate the number of potential problems which may arise during a chaotic time. Here are some steps to do just that, from your local Memphis movers at All My Sons Moving & Storage.

Moving Checklist Step #1: Schedule an Appointment with Professional Moving Services

The sooner that you can arrange for professional movers to assist you the better. Decide what items will be going to the new location and what you’ll be getting rid of. Items that you don’t want to keep can be sold in a garage sale or donated.

Moving Checklist Step #2: Take Care of Important Paperwork

Take the time to have any utilities and disconnected and transferred over to the new address. Forward your mail and register your children’s new residence with their school.

Moving Checklist Step #3: Purchase Packing Supplies and Pack Room by Room

After you’ve sorted out which of your belongings need to be moved, begin prepping them for transport. You’ll need to acquire the necessary packing supplies beforehand; moving boxes, packaging tape, shipping labels, scissors, bubble wrap, packing peanuts and any other packing supplies that might be needed for your move.

Moving Checklist Step #4: Empty Your Kitchen’s Contents

Perishable items shouldn’t be taken to your new home. Before moving, cook, or eat everything inside of your refrigerator. This is probably a great time to begin testing out some new recipes as well. Your refrigerator’s contents can spoil during the transportation process, especially when moving over long distances. While there are methods of transporting perishable goods if you absolutely need to, it’s best to consume everything beforehand.

Contact your trusted Memphis movers at All My Sons Moving & Storage today.

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