Moving day tasks, tips and what to avoid

On par with weddings and funerals, moving is one of the most stressful days of your life. Pre and after preparations can take weeks, and the moving process itself hours and even days. That’s why you want to make sure you have everything prepared in advance. There are a lot of mistakes and oversights you can make while doing so. Even more, if this would be your first move so having moving day tasks prepared is a must. You can ask for advice from your packers and movers in Canada to get basic tips. Likewise, check this short overview of some major things you should avoid doing on a moving day

Moving day tasks, important points to avoid doing

• Last-minute packing
• Not having essentials prepared
• Staying up late
• Doing everything by yourself
• Tugging your kids and pets without the need
• Not preparing your appliances in advance
• Forgetting to do one last check

  

Choosing where to move

Researching about where to move and why is also a recommended step. Put the reasons on the paper and look for the best place to settle in. For example, if the future of your kids’ education is a priority, consider checking out Richmond Hills. It’s best known for many schools and education institutions. Be sure to check more with local movers Richmond Hill and they will further assist you with any moving questions you may have. They can also advise you on which neighborhoods are most kid-friendly.

Similarly, if you are looking for good job opportunities, then Vaughan is the place for you. Not only does it have a good job market, but its proximity to Toronto is a plus. There are many professional movers Vaughan who will help you decide if moving there is something you want. Not to mention that real estate and rent prices are affordable, making this place a perfect blend of a calm lifestyle and hectic city life.

Pre-move preparation

Double-check all the details with the moving company –date, time, arrival at the new home, and last but not least, contact information. Ensure that both the movers and you have up-to-date phone numbers and addresses. You also want to make sure all the utility services are terminated at your soon-to-be-old place, so you don’t have to pay double the bills. Furthermore, be sure to also schedule utility services at your new home. Check for proper documentation and have everything prepared in advance. If you have kids or pets, be sure to transfer their records as well.

Getting appliances, and especially the large ones, ready for moving is a process best done days before the actual moving day. This is mainly due to the fact that freezers and refrigerators need to defrost – a process that can take up between 24 and 48 hours. A certified plumber or an electrician should disconnect some appliances from hoses and gas lines. As for the kids and pets, no matter how well behaved they are, they will get in the way of the moving. Not to mention the unnecessary stress it will put them through. Therefore, consider asking another family member or a friend to watch over them. In case this is not possible, find one room that will be just for them. That way they will have their own space while you and the movers work.

Taking care of the professional movers – one of the most important moving day tasks

Providing food and snacks for the moving crew is not a requirement, but it’s a nice gesture that will be greatly appreciated. Especially if you are hiring GTA movers and therefore plan to utilize them all day. It’s also a good idea to secure parking for the moving truck, should you hire one. Furthermore, you want to make sure the path between the truck and your belongings is free of clutter. So move all the unnecessary items out of the way. Additionally, clean the walkways and driveways of snow and ice so the movers and driver can easily access your home. If the movers are there to help with the packing as well, prepare some of the packing and cleaning essentials.

The items you don’t want to transport either move to a separate area or label them differently. This will prevent unnecessary going back and forth with the movers. Also, it’s not a bad idea to label special items in a distinguished way. Movers will be careful with all of your items, but if you have anything particularly dear to you, labeling it as such will provide it with extra care. Good communication is a key to stress-free moving, so don’t be afraid to talk to your movers and give them instructions. In the end, if you feel like it, you can even leave them a tip.

Figuring out what do to with the items movers won’t move

Thinking that movers will assist you in moving every single item you own is a wrong assumption. It has nothing to do with their unwillingness to do so and is more about the federal and health restrictions. For example, moving hazardous materials is a big no. This ranges from tanks (gas, propane, scuba, etc.) to ammunition, car batteries, or even regular batteries, strong chemicals, nail polish, and so on. In other words, anything that is even remotely toxic or flammable will not make it to your new place. Therefore, make sure those items are properly disposed of before the moving day.

Perishable items are second on this list, which includes not only food and drinks, but also plants. And while some movers may be willing to transport a plant or two, most of them will refuse. However, this has nothing to do with their ability to move the plants or not. In fact, many states and countries are a bit picky when it comes to moving plants with you. They are afraid you might bring some unknown insects or other biological problems. As for the food and drinks, anything with an expiry date will have to go. Movers will accept only sealed food like cans, spices, cereals, etc.

And for the end, before locking the doors of your old home, check every nook and cranny for your belongings. This is the last, but one of the most important moving day tasks. Also, check if all windows and doors are closed. After that, you are set and ready to move into your new home.