When moving from one house to another, you should try to be on the lookout for things you no longer need. You can discard or donate these items—but either way, you should get rid of them before you move houses. In doing so, you can decrease the number of items you have to move and unpack when you arrive at your new home.
Here are some tips on how to do some spring cleaning before you move.
Getting Ready to Tidy
Before anything else, you should set a date for when to start your decluttering. If you can, try to do it around a month before you start moving. After all, it may take a while to get rid of all your superfluous stuff. You won’t want to keep moving companies waiting on the day of the move!
After you’ve set a date, you should then create a plan of approach. You can make this as simple or as detailed as you want. For example, you could list down everything you want to get rid of or just make a checklist of rooms to clear out. As long as you have a plan and have it written down, you’re good to go!
Now that you have a plan, make sure you have the strength to follow through. Really try to convince yourself to be ready to get rid of items, even if they could still have some small value. Maybe use this time to set some ground rules such as “Throw away things I’ll never use” and the like.
The Process of Decluttering
The first thing you should do is take a minute to relax and clear your mind. Starting with this allows you to really get into the headspace of someone about to declutter. Then begin actually going through things. Go through one room at a time and make sure you empty every container.
When going through your things, decide what you can throw away/donate and what you simply cannot do without. Don’t fall into the trap of “Oh, I need everything!” Really try to think about what items are only rarely ever useful and only keep the ones that are used on a regular basis.
If you’re having trouble finding a place to start, try starting with old documents, manuals, and books. A lot of these aren’t really necessary anymore, and clearing them away will jumpstart the process!
A good method for organising items is to divide them into four. First, get four large old bedsheets and lay them on the ground. On the first sheet, place items that have expired. The second sheet will have broken items. The third sheet will have items that work, but you won’t use. And the last sheet is for items that you use, but only rarely.
Once you’ve done this, toss out the items within the first two sheets. They’re obviously items that belong in the trash. Then check the items on the last two sheets and really think about them. If you find something that you no longer need, consider donating it or giving it to family or friends.
Conclusion
Moving houses is truly a great opportunity to declutter. The tips above will make the process of getting rid of items much more organised. If, even after your clean up, you find that you still have too much stuff to move by yourself, consider hiring local moving services that can also help you with the packing and decluttering. Professionals make it easier, after all!
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