Alright. Let’s cut to the chase. You’re obviously in a hurry. Here are some tips on how to pack for a move quickly and efficiently.
What’s the fastest way to pack for a move?
Just because you’re packing quickly, doesn’t mean you have to pack poorly. You don’t want “future you” to regret your choices when you unpack.
Tip #1: Don’t empty your dresser drawers.
This is always a solid idea, even if you’re not in a rush while you pack. As long as your moving company—or whoever is moving the dresser—has the ability to move it with a little more weight, there’s really no reason not to do this. It saves you time, space and hassle.
Tip #2: Leave your clothes on the hanger.
It’s a lot of extra work to take your clothes off the hanger and put them in a box just to hang them up again. Skip all that and leave the clothes on the hanger. To keep them safe and clean, you can wrap the clothes in large garbage bags or put them in wardrobe boxes.
Tip #3: Recruit a packing team.
Lure your friends in for help with the promise of free beer and pizza. This will help the process go much faster. From blasting music to reminiscing about good times in the house, having a packing party with your friends can actually be a lot of fun!
Tip #4: Get rid of stuff while you pack.
Again, this is always a good thing to do before you start packing. If you have time, get rid of clothes you don’t wear, furniture that won’t fit in your new place and belongings in storage you forgot you even owned. This will make packing (and unpacking) much easier.
Tip #5: Pack room-by-room.
It’s easy to get distracted and overwhelmed when you’re packing up all your belongings. Stay focused and relaxed by packing one room at a time. If you have help, you could even assign a room to each person to speed up the process.
Tip #6: Hire the right moving company.
From packing to loading to transporting, a professional moving company like Bekins Van Lines can make a world of difference during your move. Unfortunately, depending on the season, hiring a professional moving company isn’t usually something you can do last minute. It’s important to hire a moving company as soon as possible!
Need help with your move? Find your local Bekins agent today! We can help with every step of the moving process. Don’t let your move get you down; get in touch with the best moving company around!
