The Ultimate Tips for a Successful House Move The Ultimate Tips for a Successful House Move | Page 9

• When moving long distances, ask the removal company about their
wrapping and packaging techniques, as well as their policies with respect
to breakages.
• If asking others to remove valuable items, get references from people
who have used their services and been satisfied with them.
3.0 Declutter Your Home Before Packing
Whether you tackle it as part of downsizing effort or simply to simplify your
life, decluttering an entire home is a big job. The best way to tackle it is in
stages—to focus on one room, one space, or even one zone within a room (like
your kitchen cabinets), completing the job fully before moving on to the next
space. This will also build confidence as you experience visible success at each
step.
You don't need fancy tools to declutter your home, but you do need five baskets
or bins defined for these five purposes: