How to Decide What to Throw Away During a Move

Published: May 01, 2022

Are you relocating and need to pack a lot of stuff? At times, it’s tough to know what should be kept and what should be thrown away, especially if it has personal significance. UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage of Columbus offers the following suggestions to assist you in deciding what should be kept or discarded.

Only hold on to what you use regularly and consider space

Consider the items you come into contact with on a daily basis. If something isn’t used on a regular basis, consider getting rid of it. Also, think about how much space the item takes up in your house and whether or not you have enough room. If you don’t have adequate space, anything huge and bulky should be thrown away.

Get organized

Create categories for each object. If you do this, it will be simpler to keep what you need and get rid of what you don’t. Categories might include things like clothes, furniture, and dinnerware. If you have a lot of old clothing or home décor, consider donating or selling them instead of tossing them.

Is it useful and in good condition?

Examine your belongings to see whether anything has been damaged or is no longer useful. It’s time to get rid of any damaged objects or those that are no longer needed, especially if you live in a hot environment. Weather can affect outdoor furniture so carefully check it and decide whether it should be preserved or recycled.

We hope that these ideas have helped you decide what to keep and what to eliminate when moving. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage of Columbus. We’re here to help!