The first time you find yourself and your family moving out of state and over long distances, it can be a stressful experience. When planning a long distance move for the first time there are a number of aspects that can help make the move easier and go more smoothly. Excalibur Moving & Storage will share a few tips to help make your first long distance move far less stressful and go much more smoothly.
Start Planning Move Early
When you first learn that you will be moving you will want to start making plans immediately. The earlier you get started the easier the move will become. First start looking around for a moving service. If you have an intended date for the move, schedule the service as soon as possible. Especially during the summer season, moving services can get booked rather quickly. Long distance movers get booked even faster so make sure to reserve a moving service early. Next begin making an inventory list of what items you want to take with you and what items you can either donate, sell, and recycle. Additionally, moving can get expensive. You will want to create a moving budget and begin buying your moving materials and count the expense of a moving service. When moving long distances a moving service is often more affordable than trying to rent a moving trunk as they charge a daily fee and by the mile.
Learn About the New City & Neighborhood
When moving long distances you will want to begin looking for a new home. Scenarios vary but you will want to look at the neighborhood for local schools and programs for the kids. You will want to begin making arrangements with utility companies and get your change of address forms.
Pack Early
There are many items in the home you can begin packing early and even months before the move. Knickknacks and décor items can be packed where they serve only aesthetic purposes. The majority of your children’s toys, books and even some clothing and storage items can be organized and packed away. Begin going through the home and locate the items you don’t use on a daily basis as these can actually be packed away early. This helps reduce the amount of stress as the moving date comes closer. Some moving services provide pods, or a secured storage site to make sure your items stay safe while you continue to prepare for the move.
Create a Travel Plan
How you move will determine your travel plans. Some homeowners will fly to their new home. They will then prepare the new home for the movers arrival. Others may choose to drive. There are long distance towing services that can transport vehicles for those who choose to fly. When driving, many will choose to drive ahead of the moving service, while others will travel with the moving service. How you travel is important so as to make proper arrangements with the moving service.
Local & Long Distance, Residential & Commercial Moving in Los Angeles County, CA & Beyond
When you find yourself undergoing a local or long distance move and need a quality moving service to help make sure your move goes smoothly, contact Excalibur Moving & Storage and reserve ours services today.
