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Moving Tips
- Move on a weekday if you can, when banks,
utilities and government offices are open.
- Order preprinted address labels with your new
address as soon as you know it. It makes the change-of-address process
much easier.
- Use wardrobe boxes for your clothing. Not only
can you move clothes directly from the closet, but there's room on the
bottom of the box for shoes, throw pillows and linens.
- Keep a utility log to check service-transfer
dates. If you're moving locally, leave the power and water on at your
old address a few extra days so you can go back and clean up after
your move.
- Pack items you know you'll need (sheets, towels,
toiletries, tissues and a change of clothes) in your clothes hamper on
moving day and you'll know just where to find them at your new place!
- Put plastic bags around the hoses of your washing
machine and secure them with rubber bands to prevent leakage in
transit.
- Choose a "packing room" ahead of time
and box up a few things each day.
- Wrap lamp shades separately with clean,
non-printed packing paper. Put two or three in a large box. They'll
stay clean and won't get crushed.
- Mark each box with its contents and destination
room. That way, you and your helpers will know where each box belongs
at your new home.
- If moving locally, you may want your pets to
spend moving day with a friend. Animals can become confused and
frightened during a move.
- Load houseplants last and unload them first.
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