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How to Ease Your Stress During a House Move?

23 January 2022 Contributed by: admin

 

When you move home, you don’t just move your home, but also your entire life.

We don’t like change and moving is a dramatic change in our lives, so it is natural to feel stressed about the event.

Here are a few tips to help you move with less stress, more energy, and more time for yourself.

Plan Ahead

The main cause of stress during a moving process is not having a plan of action and not knowing what to expect. Make sure you know exactly what needs to be done, how long it will take, and who will do it.

Plan your house move well in advance to ensure you have enough time to arrange everything, from packing boxes and arranging removals to scheduling a viewing for your new property.

You should be aware that a typical house move usually takes 3-5 days, but that’s only if everything goes perfectly. If any unforeseen circumstances arise, then your move could take longer. Allocate more time into the plan than you think you’re going to need so that you can feel relaxed about the whole process.

Declutter

All the clutter in your home is likely to be stressing you out. So start by decluttering your home and giving away or selling any unwanted items that you no longer need or use. When you move house, you shouldn't bring everything with you; it's just not practical. Getting rid of clutter can also help with making your new home feel like home sooner.

Whether this is furniture or even old clothes, getting rid of things that you no longer want or use will free up space in your home for your new things. It will also reduce your moving costs by making the load lighter.

Create a Packing Schedule

It can be hard to know how much time you will need for packing up all your belongings but make sure you give yourself plenty of time for this task. Remember, you don’t want to rush this process because rushing will disrupt your routine and cause even more stress!

When you have a packing schedule handy, you’ll get through the job more efficiently. As you’ve already sorted through your belongings and de-cluttered your house, all that remains is to pack your stuff.

Start Packing Early

 

It’s common to be stressed about what to pack and what to leave behind and lots of people find themselves leaving it all to the last minute. But, if you start packing early, you can avoid those last-minute stresses and ensure that you don’t forget anything.

Start by packing items that are easy to pack – boxes, paper, bubble wrap, etc. As time goes on, focus on less movable items such as furniture and other big objects. That way, you can simply carry these objects from room to room rather than having to move them in a heavy box.

Label your boxes as this will help when unpacking as it is much easier than trying to guess what is inside each box.

By starting early, you can avoid having a lot of clutter around the house and give yourself the chance to enjoy your home before moving day.

Get Help from Family and Friends

The best way to ease your stress during a house move is by being prepared and getting help from family and friends who are free at that particular time slot. Ask them if they are available during that period.

Not only will they provide the extra pair of hands to help with the work, but also support and encouragement to keep you going against the stress.

Stay Healthy

Your health is essential so try to eat well, sleep enough and keep fit.

House move is hard work so if possible, aim for 7-8 hours of sleep each night so that when it comes to 'do' day, you know you've done everything in your power to ensure exhaustion won't be an issue.

Use House Removal Companies

 

While DIY might seem to be the more cost-effective option, it is one of the most stressful things you can do when moving.

If you want your house move to go as smoothly as possible, hire a professional removal company. You'll not only save time and energy by hiring movers, but you'll also know your belongings are handled with care and delivered safely to your new home. A good removal company will also be able to provide insurance for your belongings, which means you can rest assured your most prized possessions are safe in their hands.

If you’re looking for a reliable company for your house move, then look no more than Move My Stuff. With over a decade of experience in helping Australians move all around the country, our house movers are your best partners in helping you move without stress.

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