{"id":229317,"date":"2022-06-21T05:06:16","date_gmt":"2022-06-21T03:06:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=117293"},"modified":"2022-06-21T05:06:16","modified_gmt":"2022-06-21T03:06:16","slug":"tips-you-need-to-know-when-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/tips-you-need-to-know-when-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips you need to know when moving"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1 \">\n<aside id=\"republication_tracker_tool-2\" class=\"republication_tracker_tool clearfix\">\n<h5 class=\"adtitle\">Republish for Free<\/h5>\n<div class=\"license\">\n<p><button name=\"Republish This Story\" id=\"cc-btn\" class=\"republication-tracker-tool-button\">Republish This Story<\/button><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"license\" rel=\"noreferrer license noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/4.0\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/tips-you-need-to-know-when-moving.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/tips-you-need-to-know-when-moving.png\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"message\">\n<p>Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/aside>\n<p>By <a href=\"https:\/\/bwmovers.co.za\">BW Movers<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here are some important tips you need to know when <a href=\"https:\/\/bwmovers.co.za\/long-distance-moving-company-near-me\/\">moving<\/a> to a new location.<\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>1) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Make sure to pack an overnight bag<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>There is a good chance that you will feel exhausted after the move.&nbsp;You can quickly locate your items by packing an overnight bag.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>2) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>You can make a moving folder.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Moving folders are an excellent way to track all the important information you need during the move.&nbsp;You could include the name and contact information of your movers.&nbsp;Either a digital or hard-copy version of your moving folder is possible.&nbsp;Make sure that your appliances are fully charged if you decide to go digital.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>3) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Before you move, make sure to charge your appliances.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Moving can be overwhelming and there are always 100 things to do.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>4) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Internet access is essential for your new home.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Let\u2019s face it, we all have an addiction to the internet.&nbsp;It is particularly useful if you need to find something ad-hoc (e.g.&nbsp;You can find the nearest home depot when you are moving or for background music to keep yourself energized.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>5) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Have a snack.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Moving your home can be tiring and time-consuming. It is worth having snacks prepared in advance to keep you going.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>6) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>It is best to pack as early as possible.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Moving can be a tedious task.&nbsp;It\u2019s not uncommon for a mysterious item to appear from under the couch or in the storage area that you need to bring along.&nbsp;It\u2019s better to plan ahead than you think so that you are more ready for your move.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>7) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Get your moving company booked early.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Many <a href=\"https:\/\/bwmovers.co.za\/services\/#\">home removal companies<\/a> plan their moves weeks in advance. Trust us!&nbsp;Book in advance to increase your chances of getting the time slot that you desire, plan for costs, and avoid last-minute moves which can often be more expensive.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>8)<\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Wrap delicate and fragile items in clothing or bubble wrapping<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>It should be strong enough for you to move it around.&nbsp;To ensure that you take extra care of your items, let the movers understand which items need extra attention.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>9) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>You should make sure that your boxes are always in good condition before moving.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Number all boxes to ensure you have enough and identify any that are missing.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span><span>Contain a label (ie. Kitchen, bedroom, etc.)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><span><span>Colour-code your boxes<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><span><span>Fill the spaces between your boxes with clothing<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><span><span>Tape your boxes<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span><span><span>10) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Make sure to clean up your kitchen and bathroom before you move.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>You won\u2019t want to clean the bathroom or kitchen after you\u2019ve finished moving.&nbsp;You can do this ahead of time and then you can relax once you are ready.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>11) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Use cling film to protect the liquid\u2019s top.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Place a piece cling wrap over the opening of the bottle before you attach the lid.&nbsp;This will reduce spillage.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>12) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Pack plates vertically so they are less likely to be broken<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Vertical packing of plates helps to withstand bumps.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>13) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>To collect screws, nuts, and bolts in sandwich bags<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>To ensure you don\u2019t lose any nuts and bolts, use sandwich bags. For bonus points make sure to include a note with the bag\u2019s contents.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>14) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Take a photograph of your electronics.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Before you make your move, take a picture showing all the wires.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>15) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>You can use a garbage bag to collect your clothes<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>You can pack your clothes the best way: press them all together, then put them in a trash bag.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>Step 1: Put the clothes on their hangers. Press them together.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>Step 2: Open the garbage can and tie it around the clothes.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>Step 3: Now close it.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>16) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Before moving into your new location, make sure you take photos and videos.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Before you move into a rental place, make sure you take photos and record videos. It will be easier to keep track and monitor any changes made since you moved in.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>1<a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?attachment_id=117294\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt width=\"330\" height=\"220\" class=\"wp-image-117294 size-full alignright lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/tips-you-need-to-know-when-moving-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-117294 size-full alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/tips-you-need-to-know-when-moving-1.png\" alt width=\"330\" height=\"220\"><\/a>7) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Notify everyone who moves to your new address<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>You should change your address before you move.&nbsp;Contact your bank, your government, your utilities, and any subscriptions to get your new address.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>18) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Donate any items that you don\u2019t want to keep, but are in good shape.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Ask a charity foundation to collect furniture you would like to donate a few weeks in advance.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>19) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>You can hire a sitter to look after your family during the moving process.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Moving is stressful. You don\u2019t want your children to feel this stress or get in the way.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span><span><span>20) <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>Your fridge, freezer, and washing machine must be unplugged.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><span><span>Make sure to unplug your refrigerator, freezer and washing machine a day prior to your move. The water will leak out. 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