Spring Cleaning and Preparing for a Move

Spring Cleaning for a Move can be a daunting task. But not when B&K Movers are on your side! Here are some tips to make the process smoother:

Decluttering

• Start Early: Begin the decluttering process as early as possible to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
• Room-by-Room Approach: Go through one room at a time, sorting items into categories such as keep, donate, and discard.
• Minimalism: Embrace the minimalist approach by keeping only items that bring joy or have practical value.
• Donate or Sell: Consider donating or selling items that are in good condition but no longer needed.

Packing

• Boxes and Supplies: Gather packing supplies such as sturdy boxes, bubble wrap, and packing tape.
• Labeling: Clearly label each box with its contents and the room it belongs to for easy unpacking.
• Essentials Box: Pack a separate box with essentials like toiletries, a change of clothes, and important documents for easy access upon arrival.

Organizing

• Create a Moving Calendar: Plan out tasks leading up to the move to stay organized and on track.
• Documentation: Keep important moving-related documents such as contracts, receipts, and inventory lists in one secure place.
• Change of Address: Notify relevant parties of your change of address, including banks, subscriptions, and utility companies.

Cleaning

• Deep Clean: Before moving, thoroughly clean the empty rooms, appliances, and any areas that need attention.
• Maintenance: Take care of any necessary maintenance tasks, such as repairing minor damages or addressing pest control issues.

Final Checks

• Utilities: Schedule the disconnection of utilities at your old place and the connection at your new home.
• Final Walkthrough: Before leaving, do a final walkthrough to ensure nothing is left behind and everything is in order.

By following these tips, you can streamline the spring cleaning process and make your move more organized and efficient. Good luck with your move!

YOUR DELAWARE COUNTY MOVERS

At B&K Movers in Havertown, PA, we appreciate you and Your business!  And we appreciate that moving can be a challenge! We love our clients and want to ensure their move is as stress-free as possible. And we take pride in making sure we help to protect all your assets.

Properly pack and protect your valuables.  When you are packing, make sure you have sturdy boxes and double tape the bottoms.  Don’t over pack the boxes.  Keep them to a manageable weight.  And make sure items in the boxes, which are fragile, are wrapped well with packing paper or bubble wrap.  Label every box with it’s intended location.  For a listing of supplies offered by B&K, click HERE.

Please look for more tips in our next blog! At B & K Movers, we treat your possessions as if they are Our own!  Additionally, We are insured, friendly and experienced.   So if you are planning to move soon, please give us a call!  Visit our website’s Blog – Movin’ On Up for more tips and information.  And please follow / like us on FaceBook and Instagram!