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    21 Best Moving Hacks

    21 Best Moving Hacks

    You need moving hacks because moving is overwhelming and stressful! Buying or selling your Glendale CA home is a big deal but moving can be an even bigger deal!ย  It is typically difficult, stressful, overwhelming… the list goes on and on. But, it doesn’t have to be! With the right preparation (and mindset!), you, too, can simplify the moving process.

    The team here at DIGGS has seenย a lot of moves, so we’ve gone ahead and compiled 21 of our very best, tried and true moving hacks to help you prepare for โ€“ and make it through โ€“ moving day:

    1. MOVING HACK #1 –ย  GET RID OF EVERYTHING:

    Obvious, but necessary. One of the most important things to do when moving is toย cleanse. Think green juices and raw veggies are the only kind of cleanse? Think again! It’s time to get rid of that outfit that you think youโ€™ll need one day, or that couch youโ€™ve had since college.ย If you donโ€™t use it every week or absolutely love it, it’s time to get rid of it.

    2. CLEAN

    Cleaning might not seem like a moving hack, but clean the kitchen and baths prior to your move-in day. It will never be easier to perform a deep, satisfying clean in these spaces than when they are completely empty

    3. DONATEย 

    Schedule a donation pick up a few days before your move. This is commonly overlooked moving hack! That way, all of the items you no longer need are gone long before the moving truck arrives.

    4. DON’T USE, DON’T MOVE

    Imagine a cost attached to every single time you move. Would you move those high school drama trophies if you had to pay per item? The best moving hack is… DON’T MOVE IT!! Get the DIGGS ClutterBug pdf for local resources on where you can donate used items at the end of this article.

    5. FREE BOXES ARE A PRO MOVING HACK

    Moving boxes can get expensive really fast. Post in your local Facebook Group for used boxes, it’s astonishing how often that work! Also, visit the dumpster areas behind local retailers. They often stack their boxes hoping that recyclers and neighbors will pick them up. **pro tip** Liquor stores have the best boxes, they are sturdy and often have carrying handles. We also have a huge pile behind DIGGS. If you must buy boxes, Box City in Pasadena has the best prices.

    6. 2 WEEKS PRIOR

    Start the change of address process. Start with the obvious- post office, utilities, services – but then move to credit cards, memberships, magazines and online sites.

    7. COST EFFECTIVE MOVING HACK

    Plan you move for the middle of the week and/or the middle of the month. Moving companies will often quote lower prices for those dates. **pro tip** Studies show that Tuesday is lowest cost day of the week to move.

    8. CORRAL THE CORDS

    Use an empty paper towel tube to corral and organize all the cords.

    9. CORRAL THE SPILL

    Cover the top of your toiletries with plastic wrap and then screw the top on.ย This old-school tip will ensure safe and spill-free transport.

    10. NECESSITIES – THIS MOVING HACK WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE

    Pack your absolute necessities in a clear box.ย Then, make sure to put that box in a place that you can access easily (and wonโ€™t forget about). That way, you can always find it, and you’ll know exactly what’s inside of it.

    11. PACK A GO BAG

    Your first night in your new home can be hectic. Packing an overnight bag will relieve some stress when it is finally time to go to bed.

    12. NO MORE GROCERIES

    You donโ€™t want to be spending extra money on take-out, but you also donโ€™t want to waste perfectly good food. Stop buying groceries at least a week before you leave. If you still have some unwanted food leftover, you can donate certain items toย Move for Hungerย by simply scheduling a pick up.

    13. ELECTRONICS – A MOVING HACK TO SAVE YOUR SANITY

    Take pictures of the back of all of your electronics.ย This simple trick will help you remember how to set them up when you move into your new place.

    14. LABEL BY ROOM – THE OCD MOVING HACK

    Then, load the moving truck by room. Not only will it be easier to place the appropriate boxes in the appropriate rooms, it will be much easier to unpack.

    15. USE ALL THE SPACE

    Donโ€™t leave empty spaces in boxes. This is moving hack any grocery store bagger will understand. Space in boxes is valuable! Fill in every gap with clothing or towels to keep boxes filled but light and easy to move.

    16. FRAGILE!!!

    Wrap your fragile items- Duh! This goes without saying. The moving hack is that you can also use clothing, sheets, or towels to wrap fragile items like dishes and glassware, helping to save money on bubble wrap and other packing supplies. Small fragile items like stemware and glasses can go in socks!

    17. COSMETICS THE KARDASHIANS USE THIS HACK

    Place an extra cotton pad or ball into your powder cosmetics to keep them from breaking.

    18. SMALL BITS

    Keepย sandwich bags and a sharpie marker handy.ย They’re useful for holding any small parts (think nuts, bolts, screws, etc.) of things you have to take apart, like curtain rods or mounted flat-screen TVs. Be sure to lable the bag so you know where those little bits belong!

    19. IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS – A MOVING HACK MOST WILL MISS

    Keep them with youLiterally, on your person! Nothing is worse than losing your ID or lease information during a move. Keep a backpack or bag handy with all the most important documents and be sure to keep it close to you.

    20. BOX LABELSย 

    Here is a moving hack your movers will appreciate. Color code boxes by room and label the SIDES of the boxes, not just the top.

    21. LESS TO UNPACK

    Keep your stuff in the drawers and saran wrap those puppies real tight. Voila! Less to do when you get there.

    Moving can be overwhelming, but if you follow these 21 and tried and true moving your next move should be your easiest yet!

    Would you like our resource guide for charitable donations, hauling and more? CLICK FOR OUR CLUTTERBUG GUIDE.

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