After the movers leave, you may breathe a sigh of relief--your move is finally over! However, your home is now nothing more than piles of boxes and disassembled furniture parts. Where do you sit? How do you sleep? What will you use to cook? To make your life easier, it's essential to get your belongings unpacked as soon as possible so you can begin enjoying life in your new home!
Don't procrastinate
After a long, exhausting move, the last thing you want to do is tackle those towering stacks of boxes. However, trying to live in a home that's comprised of containers will become old fast. Need your frying pan? Dig it out of the cookware box. Looking for your favorite dress? Time to search through every wardrobe box. It's much easier to settle into your new home and life once you get everything into its rightful place. The faster you
start the unpacking process, the faster you'll be done!
Stick to a schedule
It's easier to get your unpacking completed expediently if you stick to a schedule. Plan out what rooms you will unpack first, and when. Set a deadline to finish each room by, and schedule allotted time in your day to work on the project. Before you know it, the boxes will be disappearing and your house will begin to feel like home.
Stay organized
Maintaining order while you unpack will prevent distractions and keep you focused on your task. If you have a moving inventory, cross off each item once it's unwrapped, unpacked, assembled, and in its place. Don't take on too much at once--unpack one room at time to stay organized and keep you from becoming overwhelmed.
Have a plan
Before you even begin unpacking your boxes or assembling your furniture, map out a floor plan for your new home. You should already have an idea of where you want everything to go before you begin arranging living room furniture or putting items in your kitchen cabinets. Where will you keep the dishes? The silverware? What wall should the couch be against? Where will you set up the entertainment center? There's a lot to consider, and it will be much easier to unpack and set up your new home with a pre-determined blueprint to guide you.
Unpack in the proper order
To keep your unpacking process smooth and efficient,
always unpack the most important rooms and commonly-used rooms first. Setting up your bed is essential so you can have a good night's sleep as soon as possible. You also want to give the kitchen priority so you can begin enjoying home-cooked meals, and the bathroom to make showering and getting ready for the day an easy task. When creating your unpacking schedule, consider what areas of your home are most essential to your day and begin there.
Host an unpacking party
The best way to get your unpacking done in a breeze is to get help! Gather your closest friends and family and invite them to lend a hand with the process by
hosting an unpacking party. Make the usually-tedious unpacking tasks fun by adding music, food, and maybe some drinks--just remember to keep alcohol minimal when people are handling your fragile possessions and arranging heavy furniture! Make sure to consider your loved ones' schedules when planning the party, and arrange the date and time for everyone's convenience. It's doubtful anyone will cancel plans or take time off from work to help you unpack.
Hire professionals
Too busy to devote the time to unpacking quickly? If you don't think you have the patience or free time to get your new home unpacked efficiently, consider hiring professionals to handle the task for you. Professional movers can have the entire content's of a large home unpacked in less than a day! They can also reassemble your furniture and connect your appliances so your home is fully functional and comfortable. To start comparing free quotes from packing and unpacking services today, simply fill out our fast and easy quote form!