How to Decide What to Throw Away During a Move

Published: April 01, 2022

Do you want to move and have a lot of stuff to pack? It’s tough to know what should be kept and what should be thrown at times, especially if it has personal significance. UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage of Houston Gulf Coast offers the following suggestions to assist you in deciding what should be kept or discarded.

Only hold on to what you use regularly and consider space

Consider the objects in your daily life. If something isn’t utilized each day, you may probably get rid of it. Consider how much real estate the item takes up in your house as well. If you don’t have enough space, anything big and cumbersome should go.

Get organized

Separate your belongings into categories. It will be easier to know what to keep and what to get rid of if you do this. Categories might include things like clothing, furniture, and dinnerware. If you have a lot of outdated apparel or home décor that you don’t want anymore, consider donating or selling them instead of throwing them away.

Is it useful and in good condition?

Examine your belongings to see whether anything has been damaged or is no longer useful. It’s time to get rid of any damaged objects or those that are no longer needed, especially if you live in a hot environment. Weather can affect outdoor furniture so carefully check it and decide whether it should be preserved or recycled.

We hope that these ideas have helped you decide what to keep and what to eliminate when moving. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage of Houston Gulf Coast. We’re here to help!