Relocating to a new place sounds fun, but, in reality, we need to invest a lot of time and energy to make it as hassle-free as possible. There are multiple things you need to plan and manage before the house shifting date finally approaches.
Whether you are house shifting within the city or to a different one, preparing yourself thoroughly in advance will help you avoid making mistakes and make the process easier. Know more about our House Shifting services.
So, what are the 5 common mistakes you can make while house shifting? And how should you avoid those?
We are here to tell you!
1. Packing Too Late for House Shifting
Procrastinating house shifting chores is one big mistake that most tend to make, which can result in a mess. Packing at the last moment can lead to hasty and poor packaging or you forgetting to pack essential things.
So, how can you avoid it?
First things first — always prepare a list! Be it on your phone or a small, old-school notepad, having a list is of utmost importance before house shifting.
Make a list of the items you want to shift. If there’s any item that needs to be fixed before house shifting, set a deadline and complete that task before you move.
You should also prepare a separate list of fragile items so that you do not forget to buy sufficient packing material needed to safely pack and transport such items. Packing fragile items at the last moment using general packing materials like newspapers can cause damage. No one wants that favourite coffee mug or the oh-so-dear TV broken on the first day at the new home.
The best way to keep things under control is to start planning at least 2 to 3 weeks before your house shifting date.
It is also essential to keep an emergency bag that will come handy on the day you shift. A few things you should keep are cash, essential medications, ID, first aid, charger, keys, a pair of clothes, food, and water.
2. Not Decluttering Before your House Shifting
We like to store everything, thinking we might need them in the future! Result? An inconvenient and time-consuming packing and unpacking process, especially while organising your new house.
The truth is you do not need to pack every little and unnecessary item during house shifting. There are often many things that have served their time and are better suited to be disposed of instead of being kept around at home.
Hence, it is essential to declutter unwanted items in your old house. It will save you time and make it easier when you pack and unpack everything.
To make your task even more smooth, make a list (yes, one more!) of the items that you haven’t been using for a long time or those that are damaged and unusable. Soon, you will find yourself with only the necessary items ready to be moved during house shifting, thus saving time, money, and space!
3. Not Labelling your Boxes
Now you have all the items you wish to shift to your new place. The next step is packing and labelling your boxes to keep things organised.
You can categorise and label your boxes in two ways:
- According to the items — books, kitchen appliances, clothes, electronics, and so on.
- As per the rooms — bedroom, study room, kitchen, and more.
Choose whichever way is convenient for you, but remember to label everything correctly.
4. Not Using the Right Packing Materials
Many people focus on saving money while relocating to a new place, which is absolutely fine. However, buying the right packing materials is one aspect of house shifting where you should not cut back on. Using the proper materials in the right quantity will ensure the safety of your goods during transportation. Buy lots of bubble wrap, wrapping papers, boxes, plastic bags, and more to pack your items properly. You can even use old bedsheets, clothes, and towels to pack fragile items!
Packing can be overwhelming if you try to do it all in one go. Take it step-by-step by packing one room at a time. It will help you stay organised and make sure that nothing gets left behind. Make sure that your boxes are not overfilled. Overfilling a box can put strain on the sides and increases the chance of items breaking during the move.
And, yes, make sure you don’t throw the packing materials as waste after unpacking. ‘Paper-walla’ uncles happily take these materials and recycle them!
5. Trying to Manage House Shifting by Yourself
Even if you are packed and ready to move out, you still have to find a reliable vehicle to transport your goods and do a lot of heavy lifting.
We recommend taking help from professional packers and movers to avoid such hassles. They not only provide vehicles to move your stuff, but also pack each and every item methodically, thereby reducing the extra work that comes with house shifting.
Conclusion
Porter House Shifting Services is equipped to provide end-to-end assistance during house shifting at budget-friendly costs. We have carefully curated three house shifting packages based on customer needs, which includes packing, loading, and unloading. Our helpers are trained to pack and dismantle furniture with utmost care, and even assemble and set up heavy appliances at your new home.
Apart from our existing range of intracity packing and moving services, we have also launched an intercity Packers & Movers service in 8 cities in India. Be assured of the same level of service quality and reasonable price guarantee as the intracity services.
You can always call or write to us to know more about our services. To book right away, download the Porter app and relax as our team gets started with your house shifting work.
