Like most people, you’ll find yourself procrastinating because you can’t decide what to pack first. There are some simple rules to follow to make things easy-peasy.

A: Items going into storage should be the first to pack when moving. Whether packed in a storage unit, your garage, or deep in your closet, these items are easy to pack first when moving since they’re most likely already in boxes. Make sure to get rid of what you don’t want and consolidate the number of boxes. The fewer boxes on move-out day, the better!

B: Out-of-season clothes are easy to pack early because, like items in storage, out-of-season clothes may already be in boxes. Also, you may not need these clothes for months.

C: There’s a strong chance you won’t be hosting dinner parties during your move. This makes your fine china perfect to be one of the first things you pack. Just make sure you do it very carefully and clearly label the boxes as fragile. While you’re at it, go ahead and pack other dishes and cookware you rarely use. You can always spend the last few days in your home using takeaway! 

C (again): Wall hangings can be tricky, but they’re a great place to begin packing. You don’t need artwork on the walls while you pack. If the art is valuable, it may require special handling, so talk to us before the move to provide suitable packing materials to keep it safe.

D: No matter how special, you’ve got to pack your knick-knacks first. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with all those small pieces scattered throughout your home.

E: Any extra towels and linens you have stored away at home are high on the list of packing first. Moving is not the time to change sheets or keep a large pile of dirty towels around. Plan to keep your laundry basket empty in the lead-up to moving day. 

F: Choose a few books you want to keep handy and pack the rest. If any need to be returned to the library or friends, do it early, so they don’t get lost in the move.