Moving is a massive undertaking. The typical household relocates nearly four tons of stuff during the move; the average eight-room home usually uses 100 boxes in the process. It’s best to be prepared for the move, and to hire a qualified professional mover. Around Town Movers provides advice for a smooth and painless move.
Moving Preparations
Before contacting movers in Sterling, VA or the surrounding Metro DC area, you need to get organized. Go through your home and sort out which items you will sell, donate, or keep. Create a list of all the items you will move. Measure your furniture and appliances to see if these will fit the new house. Calculate the budget you will need for the move. Consult us for an estimate. As early as six weeks before the move, begin packing.
Packing
Start your packing with the things in your home that are used the least. Use appropriate boxes for the contents. Pack all heavy items at the bottom of the box. Tape all your boxes at the top and bottom — double tape the heavier boxes to reinforce them. Label your boxes on the top and on the side for increased visibility. Pack suitcases for your family with clothes and essentials. Keep a detailed inventory for reference. Aim to finish general packing a few days before moving.
Moving Day
If you are moving in or out of a condominium or apartment, reserve an elevator or loading dock in advance. Reserve a parking area because the closer our truck, the quicker your move. Disconnect your appliances before the move, and schedule enough time for your refrigerator to defrost.
When everything is packed and ready to go, moving will be much easier. As the leading moving company in Washington, DC, we can handle the rest quickly and efficiently.
We’re moving specialists, and can handle any move no matter how big or small. We’re experts in packaging, residential moving, and commercial office moving. We can provide you with a full range of package supplies, and give you advice on how to best approach your home. We can also help you load and unload your rental truck. Finally, if you’d like the help of a professional, we can handle your move from start to finish.
Give us a call at (703) 682-5922 to learn more about our services, or the get a free moving quote.
