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Moving can be overwhelming and challenging. For stress-free moving, we prepared a guide with everything you need to know about moving to a new apartment.

Hire a professional moving company

It is recommended to hire a moving company at least one-two weeks in advance. To save money, you can call various moving companies and choose the one offering the best prices. It is important to read online reviews in order to hire a professional moving company.

Moving companies usually charge hourly work. You can pay around $120-250 for movers and additionally you should pay for the moving truck. Before the arrival of the movers and the moving truck, you should pack all your belongings for not to pay extra money for extra hours. If you are not planning to hire professional movers, you should ask for help from your friends. Don’t forget to inform them in advance to save the date. You can offer some snacks and drinks to your friends to show them your gratitude. You need to reserve the moving truck at least two-three weeks in advance if you need it. Depending on the destination between pick-up and drop-off areas, the fee for moving a truck can be around $150-200.

Donate or sell your belongings

Moving gives you the best opportunity to get rid of all the clothes you never wear or donate the things, furniture, and decorative items that you never liked. If you plan to sell your belongings, sharing them online at least a month before is recommended so you can get the best offers. Before packing your clothes, you should clean your closet. It is better to donate the clothes that you have not worn in the last year. Moreover, donating books, furniture, and some appliances can also save you money and energy.

Get all necessary moving supplies

It is necessary to get all moving and packing supplies before packing. You will need different-sized boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap, covers for furniture, and so on. If you plan to disassemble the furniture, a tool kit may also be important. If you want to save money and stay on a tight budget, using newspapers for breakable items is recommended. You can read our blog on moving supplies. It is also possible to buy packing materials online at a low price. Free boxes can be accessible from local grocery stores or from people who moved recently.

Start packing

Packing can seem like a huge challenge, however, if you begin earlier your workload will be lighter during the pick time of the moving process. It is recommended to begin packing at least two-three weeks in advance. You can begin to pack your books and decorative items in the beginning, and then pack kitchen supplies and clothes that you will not need till the moving day. Below you can see some packing tips for a stress-free move: Pack heavier items in small boxes, so as not to carry too heavy boxes. On the contrary use big boxes for lighter items. Cover all your furniture to prevent scratches. You can use newspaper for wrapping breakable items. Don’t forget to label all your boxes. It will ease the work of your movers and yourself when you search for something after the moving day. Leave all cleaning supplies in an accessible place. Before moving in you will need to clean your apartment.