It Takes 6-8 Weeks to Prepare To Move!
Preparing to move to a new home typically takes 6 to 8 weeks, though it can vary depending on how much you have to pack, how far you’re moving, and how organized you are. Here’s a breakdown of why that time frame matters and what it allows you to do:
1. 6–8 Weeks Before Moving Day
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Declutter and purge: Time to sort, donate, sell, or toss items you don’t want to move.
Hire B&K for Your Move: Let us assess your needs and schedule your move.
Budget and plan: Begin estimating costs and planning logistics.
2. 4–5 Weeks Before
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Start packing non-essentials: Seasonal clothes, decor, books, etc.
Notify important parties: Schools, doctors, utilities, subscriptions, etc.
Order supplies: Boxes, tape, bubble wrap, labels.
3 Weeks Before
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Change of address: Submit a request to the post office and update your info with banks, employers, etc.
Confirm move details: Finalize time and date with movers or truck rental.
2 Weeks Before
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Pack most of your home: Only leave out daily essentials.
Plan for pets and kids: Arrange care or plan how they’ll move safely.
1 Week Before
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Clean your old home: Or schedule a cleaning service.
Pack essentials separately: Medications, documents, clothes, chargers, etc.
Defrost the freezer (if applicable).
Moving Day
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Supervise the move, check rooms before leaving, and do a final walkthrough.
Why Start Early?
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Reduces stress: You won’t be rushed, and you’ll make fewer mistakes.
Saves money: More time allows you to compare services and avoid last-minute expenses.
Avoids overlooked tasks: Things like paperwork, utilities, and address changes are easy to forget under pressure.Your Delaware County Movers
At B&K Movers in Havertown, PA, we appreciate you and Your business! And we appreciate that moving can be a challenge! We love our clients and want to ensure their move is as stress-free as possible. And we take pride in making sure we help to protect all your assets. We hope you pick B&K when you are choosing the right movers! Don’t forget, you need 6-8 weeks to prepare!
Properly pack and protect your valuables. When you are packing, make sure you have sturdy boxes and double tape the bottoms. Don’t over pack the boxes. Keep them to a manageable weight. And make sure items in the boxes, which are fragile, are wrapped well with packing paper or bubble wrap. Label every box with it’s intended location. For a listing of supplies offered by B&K, click HERE.
Please look for more tips in our next blog! At B & K Movers, we treat your possessions as if they are Our own! Additionally, We are insured, friendly and experienced. So if you are planning to move soon, please give us a call! Visit our website’s Blog – Movin’ On Up for more tips and information. And please follow / like us on FaceBook and Instagram!
