Is there such a thing as a stress-free move? Yes! It’s a move managed by the Out of Chaos team. We take care of all the details before, during, and after your move. We often hear horror stories about household moves gone wrong, but we won’t let that happen!

The Top Stressors When Moving

People who move frequently have these common stress points.

• Overwhelmed by the details. When they relocate, people are often busy working and caring for family members. They don’t have the time or ability to manage the many details, such as obtaining packing supplies, booking a moving company, coordinating consignment and removal services, etc.
• Struggling with downsizing. People know they should let go of items they no longer want or use, but they want to donate or sell them instead of sending them to the landfill.
• Packing is not complete. Sometimes, people don’t know how to pack or don’t allow themselves enough time to do it. Unfortunately, by the time the movers arrive, it’s too late to adequately pack items – especially fragile ones. According to moving companies, homeowners are often still packing on move day!
• Movers placed boxes anywhere and everywhere. If boxes are not clearly labelled, the moving company won’t know where to put them.
• Household goods in boxes for months. Moving to a new home is exhausting. Then, you need to have enough time and energy to unpack and organize your new home – again while you’re working and caring for your family.

Move Management Tips for a Stress-Free Move

Pack Completely and Pack Properly

The night before your move can be one of your most stressful. However, the last thing you want to do on move day is fret over the final details of all the unfinished tasks littered around your home.

Ensure you pack everything properly before the movers arrive so you can manage the process and make any last-minute decisions. Read more of my tips on packing moving boxes.

Plan What You Pack

When you empty the contents of drawers and shelves into moving boxes, you will likely bring items you no longer want or use. Instead, be selective about what you pack and bring to your new home. The Out of Chaos team of professional organizers can assist you with the downsizing process to ensure you transport only what you need.

Label, Label, Label

Frequently, people reuse moving boxes. It’s cost-effective, but it is difficult to determine the box’s contents because of the scribbles from previous moves. For that reason, clearly label all boxes by room. Colour-coded labels with a legend for the movers will help them put boxes in the correct rooms in your new home.

Let Go of What You Don’t Need

The fewer goods you pack, transport, and unpack, the less expensive your bill will be. Remember that time is your friend when moving and downsizing, so start decluttering as soon as possible. Check our resource list of where to sell or donate items before clearing out and downsizing your home.

Hire a Move Manager

Are you overwhelmed with thoughts about moving? Allow the team at Out of Chaos to handle the details and create a smooth, stress-free move for you. Enjoy the comfort of knowing you don’t even need to be present for moving day. We will ensure you spend your time enjoying your new home and not living out of boxes. Contact us today for a consultation.