Top Tips & Tricks to Be Well-Prepared and Packed for Your Move
A successful move starts with smart preparation. Whether you're heading across town or across Texas, being organized can save you time, money, and stress. At Full Motion Moving, we've helped hundreds of families and businesses pack up efficiently, and here are some of our best tips:
1. Start Early
Begin packing at least 3–4 weeks before your move. Tackle one room at a time and aim to pack a few boxes each day. Early prep helps avoid last-minute panic.
2. Declutter First
Donate, sell, or toss items you no longer use. The less you move, the more you save—and the easier it is to unpack at your new place.
3. Label Everything
Label each box clearly with its contents and the room it belongs to. Use colored tape or markers to make unloading and sorting fast and easy.
4. Pack a “First Night” Box
Set aside essentials like toiletries, medications, chargers, a change of clothes, and basic kitchenware. That way, you’re not digging through boxes your first night in your new home.
5. Wrap Breakables Properly
Use towels, clothing, or bubble wrap to protect fragile items. Clearly mark those boxes as “FRAGILE.”
6. Use What You Have
Suitcases, laundry baskets, storage bins—use them all to transport items and reduce your need for moving boxes.
7. Don’t Overpack Boxes
Heavy items like books should go in small boxes to prevent breakage or injury. Save larger boxes for light, bulky things like bedding and pillows.
8. Take Photos
Before disassembling electronics or furniture, take pictures of how cords are plugged in or how pieces fit together. It’ll make reassembly much easier.
9. Communicate with Your Movers
Let your moving team know about any special items, stairs, or access restrictions in advance so they can plan accordingly.
10. Keep Important Documents Handy
Passports, birth certificates, lease agreements, and other important papers should travel with you, not in the moving truck.
Moving doesn’t have to be stressful. With these tips—and a reliable team like Full Motion Moving—you can be packed, prepared, and ready to go with confidence.