Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Moving to Virginia Beach

Published: June 01, 2022

Packing and moving your belongings from one place to another may be time-consuming, especially if you’re moving everything. Even after you think you’ve done enough, the moving day arrives, and you realize something crucial is missing. UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Virginia Beach has some helpful moving tips to help you avoid making errors while packing for your big move.

1. You don’t get rid of things

There’s no better time to downsize your personal items than when you move. It’s especially significant while you relocate, as the less stuff you have to move, the easier it is. Putting everything into a box without first going through it may be simple, but getting rid of what you don’t need might be difficult.

2. Moving all of your furniture without wrapping it first

Larger belongings, such as sofas and bookcases, are more difficult to move than smaller things. Not only should you wrap your larger valuables in moving plastic, but you should also consider using moving blankets to protect them during the transfer.

3. Forcing large items through small doorways 

When moving a large item (such as a sofa), be extra careful. Lifting and guiding the object one side at a time to avoid injuring your door, walls, or valuables is recommended. Make sure your furniture will fit by measuring your doors first before you start pushing it.

4. Not giving yourself enough time to pack

It will take a long time to put everything together. Most people underestimate how much time it will take to pack their possessions. Preparing ahead of time might help you feel more at ease as you pack and move.

5. Not asking for help when you need it

It’s true that not everyone is physically capable of lifting huge objects, which is why relying on friends and family to help you isn’t always a good idea. It’s also important to ask for assistance with the larger, heavier items as well as be ready to hire a moving company if required.

Let UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Virginia Beach help you on your next move! Contact us today to find out more about our moving services.