Top 5 Moving Mistakes to Avoid

Published: May 01, 2022

Packing can be time-consuming, especially if you’re moving all of your belongings from one place to the next. Even when you believe you’ve done enough, moving day comes, and you find that you’ve forgotten something crucial. UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of North Houston 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

There’s no better moment to downsize your personal belongings than when you relocate. It’s especially critical when you move, since the less stuff you have to transport, the easier it is. It’s simple to put everything into a box without first going through it, but getting rid of what you don’t need might be difficult.

2. Moving all of your furniture without wrapping it first

It’s more difficult to move larger things, such as sofas and bookcases, than smaller belongings. Not only should you wrap your larger valuables in moving plastic, but you should also consider using moving blankets to protect them throughout the transfer.

3. Forcing large items through small doorways

When transporting a big item (such as a sofa), be extra cautious. To reduce hurting your door, walls, or valuables, lift and guide the object one side at a time. Before you start moving it, make sure your furniture will fit by measuring your doors first.

4. Not giving yourself enough time to pack

It will take a long time to get everything together. Most people underestimate the amount of time it will take to pack their belongings. Preparing ahead of time might make you feel more at ease as you pack and move.

5. Not asking for help when you need it

It’s true that not everyone is physically capable of lifting huge objects, which is why relying on friends and family to help you isn’t always a good idea. It’s also important to ask for assistance with the larger, heavier items as well as being ready to hire a moving company if required.

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