Moving myths run rampant, making it seem like the whole process is a horrible chore instead of what it really is: a new beginning. Figure out your move strategy by reading through these moving myths.
Debunking 4 Common Moving Myths
1. Packing Always Comes First
Many people consider packing the first step of the moving process, but there is one very important step that should come first: decluttering.
If you pack first without decluttering, you’re opening yourself up to a can of worms called “memory lane.” This journey involves getting sidetracked by previously lost trinkets or childhood photos and wasting valuable time that could be used for packing or cleaning. If you allocate time for decluttering in your schedule before you start packing you can stroll down memory lane as long as you want, and if you’re purging as you go, you’ll save a few desperate trips to the local thrift store or donation bin.
2. Disorganization is a Moving Norm
When moving is portrayed on TV, you see someone scrambling around, stuff strewn around their apartment, stress high and chaos reigning. Your real-life move doesn’t have to be like that. Planning is important.
Before you start your moving process you should have a thorough plan in place to keep you on track, on time and to spare you any breakdowns or disasters. Know how long you have to pack, where you’ll store full boxes and what you’ll need to unpack first. This pre-moving organization can help save you valuable time, mental peace and money.
3. You Can’t Move in Stages
Generally once your lease is up or you sell your home, you have a limited amount of time to get everything out of your home and into a new one. This can make it seem like you have to do everything all at once in order to get it done in time. But you can start packing and moving things out of your house the moment you know that you’ll be moving out.
This preplanning and initiative will help you get out of your current home faster, giving you time to clean and close up. The slower pace of moving will also help you stay calm, focused and positive about your moving experience. The hustle and bustle on a moving day is not for the weak of body, heart or mind.
4. Hiring a Moving Company Isn’t Worth it
Moving companies can be expensive, no doubt. But if you add up the costs of labor, packaging, gas and a truck rental are they really that out of the norm for doing it by yourself? Moving companies don’t just move everything for you, they can help pack, unpack and store things which saves you time, effort and supplies.
Sure, your friends can help you move. But are your friends professional movers who can maneuver a washing machine down the stairs, into a truck and then back up another set of stairs? DIY moves are great for smaller relocations, but professional movers, like those at Bekins, are going to save you so much time and stress—plus, it’s a lot safer for us to take on the heavy lifting!
Make Your Move a Reality With Bekins
At Bekins, moving is taken seriously. With over 125 years of experience, Bekins is an expert in all things packing, moving and storage. Throughout our years of service we’ve learned that the best thing to do while helping someone move is to listen. You tell us what you need, we get it done. We’ve used feedback from our clients to build our methods and are constantly striving to do better on each new move.
When you hire Bekins Van Lines, you can be confident we’ll put our decades of experience to work for you. We’ve helped our customers with thousands of successful moves across the country. Let us show you why we’re the most trustworthy full-service moving company in the business! Get in touch today.
