Not much is more exciting than purchasing a new home, whether you are a first-time homebuyer or this is something you do every couple of years. Along with the feelings of relief that come with finally finding the right place, however, is the sometimes overwhelming task of packing up the old house or apartment and getting it to the new place. We all know the drill, either because we have done it ourselves or we have been dragged into it by other family members or friends. Box up your belongings, offer a bunch of friends (preferably those who own pick-up trucks and other larger vehicles) free food, and load everything you can into as few trips as possible. If you are lucky (or maybe just older or less energetic), you hire a moving company for some part or all of the process. DIY Moving If you are making this move without the assistance of moving professionals, there are several things you can do to make it easier on yourself. First, plan ahead. Get the proper moving and packing supplies such as boxes, packaging tape, labels, etc., and make it easier on yourself when it is time to load up the truck and unpack at your new place. There is nothing worse than facing a bunch of boxes without knowing what is in any of them. Pack ahead of time, leaving the items you use more frequently for the last of the boxes. Tape the boxes securely to ensure your belongings do not fall out, and do not overpack the boxes so that they break open during the move. Labeling is essential so that you know at first glance which boxes need to be unpacked first. Setting aside the most fragile of your items to put in a separate carload can save you from the headaches of losing important belongings to breakage. Can't Move In Right Away? Sometimes even our best laid plans go awry. What happens when your carefully planned move suffers a setback and you are unable to move into your new home until a few weeks or even a few months after you must vacate your old place? What can you do with all your carefully packed boxes of belongings? This happens more often than anyone would like, but there is a solution: a storage facility can be just the right option in times like these. Storage Options In Memphis Finding a place to hold all of your furniture and household items until you can move into your new home is priceless; finding an affordable option that works with your budget is imperative. At US Storage Centers, we have storage units to fit all needs and budgets. We can help you determine what storage option works best for your individual circumstance and help take the pressure off of you when you have enough to worry about with a disrupted move. In the Memphis area, contact US Storage Centers and learn how we can help with all your storage needs. US Storage Centers 3545 Hickory Hill Road Memphis, TN 38115 (901) 310-1721
