Tips for Moving Around Phoenix

Posted by Julia Thomas 15 November, 2009

Ah the joys of moving. It’s no fun. There is so much to do! Your whole life pretty much gets turned upside down. Not only do you need to figure out everything for your next residence, but you also need to put an end to where you are currently living. I have moved a lot in my life, and I have some suggestions of what needs to get done before you physically move to a new location.

Firstly, determine your budget when it comes to moving your stuff. You need to decide if you’re going to use a professional moving company or rent a moving truck. If your move is not too far away, you may be able to get away with using a friend’s truck and asking for volunteers to help you pack and move everything. If you’re moving far away, it might be worth it to you (and your friends) to just hire some professionals to do the dirty work. This whole decision depends on your budget.

Next, you need to pay all of your final bills such as utilities, gas, cable, internet, phone, and any other miscellaneous companies such as a health club. Be sure to take care of this before you forget. You don’t want to get phone calls a few months from the time you move demanding another check.

Next, pack your house. Don’t save it all for one day! Pack a little at a time if you have enough time in advance. Box up the small things and leave the large things like furniture to the actual day of the move. Utilize your suitcases and bags by packing clothing in them. Buying boxes can be annoying and expensive, especially when you’re on a budget. Try to find boxes from people you know. Keep your eye out for cardboard dumpsters that have nice boxes in them also.

A clean house is a happy house. As a courtesy to the next people moving in, think to yourself, if I were moving in, would I be satisfied with the cleanliness? To save time, a lot of people hire professional house cleaners. You can decide if you want to pay that.

If you’re moving a long distance, you will need to arrange for your vehicles to be transported. You can hire a vehicle transportation company, or just drive it yourself if you are able.

So here you have it. These are the most important things to do before you move to a new house. Good luck!

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