How to Decide What to Throw Away During Your Move to Houston

Published: October 01, 2022

It may be tough to figure out what needs to stay and what must go when shifting, especially if the objects have personal significance. UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage of Houston 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

If an item doesn’t bring you joy or has a practical purpose, get rid of it. You should only keep what you need and/or can easily take with you when moving. Also, consider whether the item takes up a lot of space and will fit in your new home. If not, then time to say goodbye!

Get organized

If you want to keep track of your belongings, be sure to label them. This is especially important for clothes, furniture, and dinnerware. And, if you have too many items and need to get rid of some (for example, clothes or home decorations), think about selling or giving them away instead of just giving them away for free.

Is it useful and in good condition?

Examine every item in your house for damage or missing components. If anything is unusable, get rid of it, especially if you live in a hot environment. Examine the wear and tear on your outside furniture to see whether it needs repair. Repair or replacement may be required depending on the weather.

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