Packing up and moving to a new home can be a stressful time in anyone’s life, especially when the move is due to life-changing events such as new jobs or babies. There is a great deal of planning and detail related to relocation, which is also expensive and time-consuming, leaving homeowners exhausted and weary. When relocation must happen quickly, the stress can be even worse. Fortunately, there are a few ways to make moving less stressful.

1. To-do lists Lists are the saving grace of relocation because they help with time management. Move-in checklists can be easily found online and will be essential in reducing stress prior to move-in day.
2. Pack one room at a time and label– Packing one room at a time will help with organization and labeling the boxes will make the unpacking process much easier. Packing should start as soon as possible because procrastination will create panic and chaos in the days leading up to the move. Using boxes of the same size will also make stacking and organization easier in a truck, help with weight distribution, and using small and medium boxes will make your helpers happier.
3. Three-stack method While packing is taking place, implement a three-pile system where items are divided into piles to throw away, donate, or pack for the new home. Downsizing and tidying up are often a great way to create a more peaceful and less stressful environment.
4. Mobile storage Many times, when moving out, people find that they have many belongings that do not fit in their new home or that need to be put away because they are losing access to a garage or basement, etc. Mobile storage is a great option because storage containers are delivered on-site to homes. This means there is no need to rent a truck and drive to and from a storage unit, saving time and money. Mobile storage units can even be kept on site parked in a driveway during the packing and moving process during relocation.
5. To be prepared– The relocation process requires planning and being prepared on move-in day is vital for a worry-free process. Make sure to sleep through the night, leave nothing for the last minute, and pack a suitcase with a few days worth of clothes and toiletries, as well as all the essentials you’ll need to access while you unpack in the new home. Friends and helpers should also be asked in advance and given sufficient notice.

Relocation doesn’t have to be the stressful, anxiety-filled time of nightmares. Follow our tips for a positive moving experience, and be sure to search for mobile storage companies near you that can help relieve some of the stress.