When we go to the market to shop, one of the most relevant
things is to make a list of everything we need to buy. Well, organizing a
change doesn't escape that much, after all, it requires a lot of organization
and planning. A list, therefore, is indispensable so that we do not forget the
essential steps that we need to take in order for the change to be a success.
Moving from one
residence to another is far from
an easy and simple task. It takes a lot of patience and organization, in
addition, of course, excellent tips. With good practices, the process will
certainly be less complex.
That is why we prepared this text with an infallible step by
step on how to organize a change and ensure that everything happens in the best
possible way! Stay with us and enjoy the tips! Good reading!
Make a checklist
It is essential that you use paper and pen or spreadsheets,
applications and several other technological solutions to highlight everything
you have to box first and which pieces you should start with.
Write down exactly everything and try to separate storage
types by categories of objects, this means that delicate objects need to be put
together in just one box. Books, for example, can occupy the same space, and so
on.
The importance of checking and writing down all the items
will ensure that everything is clearer in relation to the positions of the
pieces in your memory, which is essential to facilitate the movement at the
time of change.
Organize your dates
It is important to know if it is possible to load everything
in just one day and if the places of origin and destination release changes on
weekends. In addition, you need to quote quotes with different companies to
negotiate the best prices. For this negotiation, consider the times that the
new address accepts and see if the transport company contacted offers discounts
according to the day and time of the change.
A relevant tip is to talk to friends and see the possibility
of using their cars to take everything you can. This can ensure that your need
is to hire a smaller vehicle for the move. Finally, before separating the
items, look in supermarkets and stores for cardboard boxes, as well as bubble
wrap and newspapers.
Start packing
We arrived at the part of the change that takes more work.
And it is necessary to act with reason, never with emotion. That is, it is time
to donate various objects that are forgotten in the back of dressers, shelves
and cabinets. Renew your choices for your new home, guarantee the opportunity
to really live in a new space.
Start the job room by room. Give preference to the bedroom
or the living room, places where there is usually a greater accumulation of
elements. After completing work in these locations, go to the other rooms in
the house, such as the bathroom, kitchen and laundry area.
Everything that will be needed for immediate use should be
left out, such as slippers, towels, personal hygiene items, and others. Make a
note of everything inside the boxes, and an important tip is to always separate
the objects by type, indicating all the boxes that have fragile objects with
large letters.
Separate important and valuable things
Separate all objects that are important and have value. They
are objects such as jewelry, documents, passports, money, checkbooks, etc. All
of this needs to be taken with you so that disorders are avoided. Put them all
in a separate box and write “take it with me” and on the day of the move, don't
forget it. If you have a safe, it is ideal to keep everything in it for
transport.
Change addresses
Ask for the disconnection and transfer of the phone, cable
TV and the internet so that you do not run out of such relevant services in
your new home. Also ask your auto and home insurers for your insurance
endorsements, that is, the necessary changes to your policies considering your
new address. Also, be sure to change the addresses of correspondence such as
health insurance, bank and subscriptions to newspapers and magazines, so that
they arrive at the new location. Paying a fine simply because the bill did not
reach the correct destination on the date is a huge waste of money that you
certainly would not want to have.
Turn off the fridge and freezer
Turn off the freezer and the refrigerator. It is necessary
to leave the doors open of these appliances for them to defrost and, after
that, wipe with a clean cloth to dry them well. This will prevent them from
getting mold. Once this is done, just pack it carefully so that it does not
malfunction during the move.
Turn off all electronic devices
Do not forget to turn off all electronic devices in advance
so that they are at room temperature at the time of change. Remember that some
devices can get very hot when they are being used. Before storing them, it is
interesting to take a picture of the connected wires so that you can know
everyone's order. After all, there are so many threads that you can get
confused and not know the place of each one.
Define the responsibilities of each family member
The ideal is to define the responsibilities of each person
in the family so that each one can do their part and contribute so that this
task becomes easier and faster. If necessary, also seek help from employees or
friends. When the change is over, you can give them a bonus, for example. It is
always good to thank the people who help us - even with small gestures.
Follow the change
Everything is organized and the removal company has already
been hired? So, leave no room for bad luck: try to follow the whole process of
change. This ensures that essential things are not left behind, as well as
helping to clarify how to dismantle some
furniture , as well as labeling or remembering boxes that contain
fragile objects.
Show the way to your new
apartment or home and discuss the
best routes with the driver. Consider possible problems on the streets or on
the road, such as potholes. It is important to make the work of professionals
as easy as possible to avoid headaches. Do not forget that you are the person
most interested in ensuring that all objects reach the new destination in one
piece.
Fix the new house
Everything worked? Are you already living in the new house?
What good news! Now, you need to rearrange all objects in the new rooms. A good
tip at this point is not to be in a hurry. You can decorate
everything according to what you consider necessary. This is a great
opportunity to make each place in the house gain new characteristics, valuing the
environment.
It is best to start with the raw objects and leave the most
fragile pieces last. This will avoid possible bumps when you are rearranging
spaces. Also try to make the most of the
natural light of the place. Also, remember to accommodate the bed in the
position that is most comfortable and, of course, test new arrangements to give
a new look to social spaces.
As you can see, the idea of living in a completely new house gives another
perspective to change. That feeling of having the routine changed for the
better will make you feel much happier. Undoubtedly, by taking all of this
seriously, you will realize that all the effort to organize a change is very
worthwhile.
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