Planning and preparing for your upcoming long-distance move can sometimes seem daunting. We’ve taken the guesswork out of the process by putting together a Pre-Packing Checklist: Long-Distance Moving, Birmingham, AL. This resource contains all the important need-to-know info to prepare for your move. Below, we highlight the contents of this checklist. To download the pdf format, please CLICK HERE.
Create your long-distance moving timeline.
Before packing takes place, you need to know your moving timeframe. We recommend scheduling twice the amount of time you anticipate needing to pack as your total timeframe.
Schedule important dates in your calendar.
While your packing and moving timeline is fresh on your mind, go ahead and schedule important dates in your calendar. Examples: forwarding mail, organization day, hiring moving crew, etc.
Begin the process with an organizational day.
The first step to getting your items in boxes is to decide which of your items will be making the trip. We recommend sorting items into three categories: keep, donate, and trash.
Go shopping for long-distance moving packing materials.
It’s worth the investment to purchase professional-grade packing materials that are designed for residential relocations. It will protect your belongings and make the move less stressful for you.
Forward your mail.
A change of address needs to be filed at USPS and any other important organizations like your primary care physician, dentist, insurance agencies, and etc.
Take household pets into consideration.
If you have any pets that will be making the move with you, you might need to make special accommodations. How will they be transported? Do you need to set aside any pet care supplies, and how much?
Plan your first night’s box.
After a long day of moving, the last thing you will want to do is sort through boxes to find basic needs. Set aside a box or overnight bag in which to pack pajamas, toiletries, a change of clothes or two, prescription medications, and an additional pair of shoes.
CLICK HERE to download the pdf format of this guide.
