Best Moving Tips And Advice in Charleston, SC

1 to 2 Months Before

Calculate and budget for supplies and moving expenses. Determine any moving supplies you will need, such as boxes, tape, labels, blankets, etc. Have a yard sale or donate unwanted items to charity. Begin using food and cleaning supplies on hand. Pick up supplies and make your “to-do” list. Reserve storage space, if necessary.

1 to 2 Weeks Before

Pack all valuables to move personally. Pack all nonessentials and label boxes to unload quickly. Drain fluids from your power tools and lawn mower. Clean and empty appliances including your washer, dryer, and refrigerator. Prepare a bag for the road including water, snacks, personal care items.

The Day You Are Moving

Have drinks and snacks available all day. Make sure fragile items are handled safely. Make sure all possessions are packed. Have tools, rope/straps, and spare moving supplies available. If a professional moving service is used, avoid having too many people at your residence who may get in the way of the movers.

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Tip Of The Day

Research Moving Companies

By Robinson dos Santos|2022-06-03T05:50:28-04:00January 11th, 2021|

When you make the decision to use a company for your move, do your research before you officially book with anyone! Check their prices, check their reviews, check their website, check their social media, and give them a call so that you can talk to an owner/manager to get a better idea of how the company operates. Moving day is an incredibly important day, and you want to make sure you put your belongings in the hands of people you can trust. -- Photo Credit: Low Country Images, LLC

Book Well in Advance

By Robinson dos Santos|2021-01-05T09:45:04-05:00January 5th, 2021|

If you decide to go the route of using a company for your packing and/or moving needs, book your move as early as possible! This will ensure that you have the dates that work best for you while also alleviating the stress of figuring out what your moving day will look like. -- Photo Credit: Low Country Images, LLC

Don’t Take What You Don’t Need

By Robinson dos Santos|2022-07-29T06:24:37-04:00December 28th, 2020|

The months and weeks leading up to your move can be a great time to get rid of any clutter or unused belongings. Figure out what you will want/need in your new home and get rid of everything else. This will make the packing and moving experience much easier for you and your family. -- Photo by Samet Kurtkus on Unsplash