Moving home requires careful planning – and what better way to plan ahead than with an easy-to-follow checklist?
With Pennsylvania continuing to , Movers.com offers a free checklist to help homeowners prepare adequately for a high-rise apartment move - and find licensed and insured movers in their area.
Movers.com recommends beginning preparations at least two months in advance - the ideal time to start researching movers, laying out the move plan, and cleaning up your old place. You should get estimates from at least three movers, to best compare rates and find the one that offers the best value for money. Creating a moving budget spreadsheet and an inventory are also important steps to take at this stage.
Three to two weeks before moving day, the checklist recommends:
As the moving day gets closer, it's super important that you prepare a box of essentials. “It is important to have cash and a box of essentials items for your move-out day,” explains the report. “When you move everything into your new house, you might need a little time to unwind before you start unpacking. Therefore, having 24 hours worth of essential items is beneficial.”
On the day of the move, Movers.com recommends:
A practical idea is to leave a note with contact information for the new owners, to make it easier for them to report stray mail or items left behind.
The full checklist includes a detailed list of all the steps needed to ensure a stress-free move. A shorter version is also available as a downloadable PDF, for easier use on the go.
If you're looking for licensed and insured movers in Pittsburgh, Movers.com also offers a directory of pre-screened movers.
Check it out today for the reliable moving services you need!
