Key takeaways
- Empty and defrost your refrigerator 24 hours prior to prevent water leakage.
- Separate jewelry, cash, laptops, and original property documents into personal travel bags.
- Photograph electronic cable connections before unplugging TVs and audio systems.
- Secure society elevator permissions and reserve the parking slot for the moving truck.
The morning your moving team arrives can easily turn chaotic without advance prep. Taking 60 minutes to complete these 10 simple tasks the day before ensures your packers work efficiently and your valuables stay safe.
The 10 essential tasks before the crew arrives
- Isolate Valuables: Lock jewelry, passports, and cash in your personal car trunk.
- Defrost Refrigerator: Wipe down shelves completely to prevent mold during transit.
- Disconnect Gas Cylinders: Turn off valves and disconnect LPG regulator safety locks.
- Pack a "First-Night" Box: Bed sheets, towels, kettle, mugs, change of clothes, and phone chargers.
- Clear Hallway Pathways: Remove doormats, wall hangings, and shoe racks for easy carton carrying.
- Reserve Service Elevator: Obtain society manager key permissions.
- Back Up Computer Data: Safeguard hard drives on desktop towers and laptops.
- Dismantle Wall Fixtures: Remove wall clocks, curtains, and photo frames.
- Label High-Priority Items: Mark essential work boxes for immediate unpacking.
- Keep Water & Refreshments: A hydrated crew works faster and handles items with greater care!
This guide explains how moving quotes work in general. Your price depends on your goods, both addresses and the date, so always rely on a written quote for your own move.
