Underrated Ways to Make Moving Home More Straightforward

It’s becoming common knowledge that moving house is one of life’s most stressful events, and anyone who disagrees probably hasn’t had to transport a home’s worth of belongings to a new property or take care of last-minute hiccups while also juggling work and childcare demands.

Moving house will prove to be worth it eventually, but the journey towards satisfaction might be a little bumpy. There are ways, however, to make moving easier on the stress levels. In this post, we’ll run through some underrated ways to make your move more straightforward. Any one of these tips should make things easier, but put them all together and you might just have a move that’s, dare we say, a walk in the park. 

Take Enough Time Off Work

Part of the reason why people feel stressed when they move homes is that they’re trying to take care of everything while also taking care of their other responsibilities. Work can be stressful, moving can be stressful — combine them, and you can’t be all that surprised if it’s a stressful period!

So why not remove work from the equation? Taking a few days off before and after the move will allow you to fully focus on getting things done, and also give you a few days to simply enjoy being in your new property once the keys are in your hand. 

Rent a Storage Unit Ahead of Time 

For most people, the most stressful aspect of moving house is trying to transport all of their belongings to a new house. And not only are they moving a full home’s worth of belongings, but they’re doing so in a single day . 

But here’s the thing: you don’t actually need to move all your items on moving day. The smarter approach is to rent a storage unit before you move, and slowly take items to your unit when you have time. By the time moving day comes, you’ll find that the amount of possessions you have to move is greatly reduced, which will make the job much more straightforward. 

Focus on putting items that you only periodically need in your storage unit, such as Christmas decorations or seasonal equipment. There’s nothing more annoying than struggling with bulky golf clubs or something you know you won’t use for six months when you’re already having difficulty transporting everything on moving day.

Hire a Cleaner 

You’ll need to leave your property in ‘vacant possession,’ which, aside from meaning that all of your belongings should be removed, also means that the property should be in a generally clean and tidy condition. 

It can be a little stress-inducing to remember that you need to clean your current home before you set off to your new property, especially when there are so many other tasks to take care of. One handy way to avoid this stress and make sure that your home is in a good state is to hire a cleaner, which can be a lot more affordable than you might think. 

This approach also helps to de-stress a buyer. No one wants to turn up at their new property and realise that they need to spend their time vacuuming and sweeping. 

Pack a ‘Moving’ Case

Your house move will take much of your focus and energy, but it’s not the only thing that counts. You’ll also need to, you know, feed yourself, shower, and have clothes to wear. 

Those things become a little more complicated when everything’s boxed up. As such, it’s recommended to pack a moving suitcase, which should include all the essentials that you’ll need during the first couple of days. If in doubt about what to pack, imagine you’re going on holiday for a week and you’ll be staying in your new home. 

Managing the Kids and Pets 

You love your kids and pets, but it’s possible that they’re going to make moving house more stressful, not less so. It’s a bit more challenging moving your belongings when there are kids, cats, and dogs running around.

We’d recommend having a loved one look after your children and pets on moving day, at least for a few hours. That’ll give you the time and space you need to make progress with the move without worrying what they’re up to. 

Order Home Essentials 

We mentioned above that it’s a good idea to pack a suitcase with the frame of mind that you’re going on holiday for a week to your new property. If the forecast is rainy, it’ll be much better to have your waterproof clothing in your suitcase rather than buried away in a box!

But you also need to imagine that you’re going to stay in an accommodation that has nothing. No toilet paper, no snacks, no drinks, no anything. A good hack to avoid finding yourself short is to make a list of everything you will need for the first few days and then make an order from a supermarket for delivery. It’ll give you peace of mind to know that the essentials will be at your home. 

Accept Help

Many hands make light work. Some people elect to handle every aspect of their move themselves, but if someone offers help, ask them. In fact, you can even ask for help if you have people with whom you have that type of relationship. You can help them when you move! Accepting help doesn’t just make things easier, but also makes things more fun. It’s a lot more enjoyable to move properties with your friends and family by your side. 

Find a Moment to Relax 

Finally, try to find a few moments to relax. That might sound a bit ridiculous when you have so many things going on, but keep in mind that even short breaks from the stress of moving, such as doing breathwork or lying on the couch for 10 minutes, can make a difference. It’s an easy way to prevent your stress levels from going overboard. You might not be truly, completely calm, but at least you won’t let your stress levels get away from you. 

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