People carrying and looking in moving boxes

There's no doubt about it - moving is a complicated process with many moving parts. With this complexity, many homeowners encounter issues during their move that make the situation stressful. Fortunately, most of these problems can be avoided.

If you're planning on relocating, there are a few key tips that you can follow to avoid last-minute issues. By keeping these tips in mind, you will be fully prepared for your relocation and will be able to enjoy it without any headaches.

Make Sure to Pack Ahead of Time

The best thing that you can do to make the moving process as smooth as possible is to begin packing ahead of time - even weeks in advance. There's nothing worse than leaving packing until the last minute. You are likely underestimating the amount of belongings you've accumulated over the years and it will end up taking hours to pack. If left to the last minute, you may not be ready for your mover.

If you'd prefer to skip all of this burden, consider hiring a full-service moving company to help.

Sort Out Your Utilities and Change of Address Before You Move

You'll want to make sure that you notify your utility company of your move ahead of time. Provide them with the new address and the date of move-in so that you're not without power when you arrive. You can also turn off utilities at your old home. 

You'll also want to make sure that you submit a change of address request with the post office so that you don't continue receiving mail at your old home.

Find Storage Solutions If You Have Extra Items

One of the most complicated issues that homeowners face is realizing they have too many items. While ideally, you should downsize, this isn't always possible. It's best to find a reputable storage solution ahead of time and have everything moved into it that you need. This will make moving day much faster and less complex. Some benefits of storage facilities include:

Rely On Our Professionals at Weleski Transfer, Inc. to Help

If you've been thinking about moving for quite some time, rely on Weleski Tranfser, Inc. for assistance. We've been the leading residential moving company in Pittsburgh and Cleveland since 1909 and we're affiliated with the Better Business Bureau. Start planning your move with us today and inquire for a free quote.