Common Residential Moving Mistakes

Business Moving – Moving Confidential, Delicate or Critical Information

Moving can be a complicated process, and when people attempt moves by themselves – especially if they are moving for the very first time – unexpected issues can pop up. In this blog entry, the Tri-State area moving service experts here at Noah’s Ark Moving and Storage will detail some common moving mistakes that people make.

Moving Timeline Issues

One huge mistake that people make when moving is miscalculating their moving timeline. If you pack too early before you move, you’ll have to basically live out of boxes. It might be very hard to determine exactly how much time it will take you to pack, but we recommend packing according to household size. 1 bedroom homes take about 3 full days to pack, 2 bedrooms usually take about 4 days, and 3 bedrooms can even take 5 days or more. If you are dealing with any fragile or heavy belongings, aot yourself more time for packing.

 

Neglecting Labeling and Organizing

It’s a mistake to forget labeling and organizing your boxes while you embark on your packing journey. Label moving boxes according to what room they go in, and their contents. We recommend collecting similar boxes together. Create a household inventory and checklist so you can make sure that all of your belongings arrive at your new property intact.

 

Attempting to Move Alone

We recommend getting help when packing and moving – from a professional NYC area moving company like those here at Noah’s Ark Moving and Storage. Professional help will make sure that your items are carefully and expertly handled during loading, moving, and unloading. Attempting to move delicate, fragile, or heavy objects yourself can cause serious issues. Professional movers can help save you a huge amount of time which can be essential if you’re working on a small moving timeline.

 

Not Measuring Clearance

Don’t forget to measure the doorways and hallways of your new apartment to avoid having to try to squeeze too large furniture through too small areas, which can cause serious damage and scratches. If you cannot access your new property, ask your real estate agent to send over measurements to you.

 

Setting Aside Essential Items

Make sure to set aside essential items like medication, toiletries, phone chargers, children’s toys, and other materials to use on the first night that you stay at your new home. Create essential item boxes for kitchens and bathrooms including soap, towels, and the like.

 

Ignoring Pets and Children

Make sure not to forget to give solid attention to your pets and children when moving. The moving process and the new environment can be overwhelming and stressful for little kids and pets. Make sure to set up your children’s and pet’s spaces as best as possible and as soon as possible after moving to your new property in order to help them feel more comfortable in their new property. Help set up children’s mattresses, blankets, and toys on the first night. For pets, set up pet bedding and litter boxes on the first night – and don’t forget treats.

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Common Residential Moving Mistakes

Business Moving – Moving Confidential, Delicate or Critical Information

Moving can be a complicated process, and when people attempt moves by themselves – especially if they are moving for the very first time – unexpected issues can pop up. In this blog entry, the Tri-State area moving service experts here at Noah’s Ark Moving and Storage will detail some common moving mistakes that people make.

Moving Timeline Issues

One huge mistake that people make when moving is miscalculating their moving timeline. If you pack too early before you move, you’ll have to basically live out of boxes. It might be very hard to determine exactly how much time it will take you to pack, but we recommend packing according to household size. 1 bedroom homes take about 3 full days to pack, 2 bedrooms usually take about 4 days, and 3 bedrooms can even take 5 days or more. If you are dealing with any fragile or heavy belongings, aot yourself more time for packing.

 

Neglecting Labeling and Organizing

It’s a mistake to forget labeling and organizing your boxes while you embark on your packing journey. Label moving boxes according to what room they go in, and their contents. We recommend collecting similar boxes together. Create a household inventory and checklist so you can make sure that all of your belongings arrive at your new property intact.

 

Attempting to Move Alone

We recommend getting help when packing and moving – from a professional NYC area moving company like those here at Noah’s Ark Moving and Storage. Professional help will make sure that your items are carefully and expertly handled during loading, moving, and unloading. Attempting to move delicate, fragile, or heavy objects yourself can cause serious issues. Professional movers can help save you a huge amount of time which can be essential if you’re working on a small moving timeline.

 

Not Measuring Clearance

Don’t forget to measure the doorways and hallways of your new apartment to avoid having to try to squeeze too large furniture through too small areas, which can cause serious damage and scratches. If you cannot access your new property, ask your real estate agent to send over measurements to you.

 

Setting Aside Essential Items

Make sure to set aside essential items like medication, toiletries, phone chargers, children’s toys, and other materials to use on the first night that you stay at your new home. Create essential item boxes for kitchens and bathrooms including soap, towels, and the like.

 

Ignoring Pets and Children

Make sure not to forget to give solid attention to your pets and children when moving. The moving process and the new environment can be overwhelming and stressful for little kids and pets. Make sure to set up your children’s and pet’s spaces as best as possible and as soon as possible after moving to your new property in order to help them feel more comfortable in their new property. Help set up children’s mattresses, blankets, and toys on the first night. For pets, set up pet bedding and litter boxes on the first night – and don’t forget treats.

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