While it would be great to never have to go through the stresses of moving house, we all have to face the struggle at some point. It can be such an overwhelming process, and it’s hard to even decide where to start the packing process. Utilising Self Storage in Elizabeth South from Self Storage Australia Elizabeth South is just one of the many ways you can make the moving process less stressful. Knowing where to start when it’s time to pack up everything you own is also a big help.

Ideally, you should begin preparing for your big move about six weeks beforehand. Here are six tips to help you get started.

  1. Perform an inventory – Firstly, you need to decide which items are going with you, and which items you no longer need. Moving house is a great time to declutter your life by throwing away any non-essential items that just collect dust. It also makes the moving process cheaper as well! You can use Self Storage in Elizabeth South as a staging ground to help you clear out your home more quickly.
  2. Gather boxes and supplies – You should start collecting moving supplies, such as boxes and packing tape, as soon as possible. Start by getting as much as you can for free. Ask your friends, coworkers, and family for any boxes they have lying around their homes. Ask businesses if they have any boxes and cartons they’re throwing away. Make sure you check the condition of each box – you don’t want to pick it up and have all your belongings fall out the bottom! After you’ve exhausted all your free resources, visit our Box Shop to purchase excellent quality cartons and other packing supplies.
  3. Pack non-essential items – Start packing away the things you don’t need to use every day. Things like out of season clothing, books, and extra shoes can be packed up weeks before your moving date. The more you pack away beforehand, the better your moving day will be. Once you’ve packed up a few boxes, move them into Self Storage in Elizabeth South to get them out of the way. This will help free up the extra space you need to do things like dismantle furniture.
  4. Get organised – Being as organised as possible will make everything go more smoothly. Stock up on extra permanent markers and labels. When you’re labelling your boxes, don’t just label the room where the items go; create a detailed list of the contents to make the unpacking process as easy as possible. It’s also a good idea to number each box and keep a master list with you, so you know exactly what you’re missing if a box is lost in the process.
  5. Take your time with fragile items – When you start the preparation process early, you won’t be rushed when you’re packing. This is especially important when you’re packing any fragile items. To ensure all your breakables arrive in one piece, stock up on bubble wrap and other protective packing items like foam peanuts or Styrofoam.
  6. Disassemble furniture – Disassembling your larger items of furniture will make the moving process easier. It may seem like a lot of work, but it makes handling bulky furniture a lot easier. Consider moving your furniture items out of the way by putting them in Self Storage in Elizabeth South to help you pack up your smaller items.

It’s never too early to start preparing for your moving day. Taking a methodological approach will help take some of the stress out of the situation. Contact Self Storage Australia Elizabeth South