Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Moving to Atlanta

Published: September 01, 2022

It’s not easy to relocate everything you own from one residence to another, especially if you have a lot of belongings. Even after being as prepared as possible, something essential always goes missing on the actual day of the move.

UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Atlanta has some helpful moving tips to help you avoid making errors while packing for your big move.

1. You don’t get rid of things

Everyone knows that it’s good to declutter. It’s even more important when you’re moving, because the less stuff you have to transport, the easier it will be. Packing up all of your belongings without considering what you need and don’t might be easy, but getting rid of unnecessary items could be tough.

2. Moving all of your furniture without wrapping it first

Larger items, such as sofas and bookcases, are more difficult to transport than smaller things. Not only should you wrap your larger valuables in moving plastic, but you should also use moving blankets to protect them from harm during the move.

3. Forcing large items through small doorways 

Before moving any large furniture, such as a sofa, make sure to measure the doorways and pathways. By doing so, you can avoid accidentally damaging your doors, walls, or valuables.

4. Not giving yourself enough time to pack

Packing up your life and moving takes a lot of time and effort, something that most people underestimate. If you want to reduce stress levels during this chaotic time, start packing early and plan ahead.

5. Not asking for help when you need it

The bottom line is that not everyone has the physical strength to handle big things, which is why enlisting the help of friends and family isn’t always a good idea. It’s also important to ask for assistance with the bigger, heavier items and be ready to pay for a moving service if required.

Let UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Atlanta help you on your next move! Contact us today to find out more about our moving services.