6 Moving Problems You Can Avoid by Renting a Self-Storage Unit
Moving house is a long and arduous undertaking that requires months of planning. And just one mistake could cost you days or even weeks. Unfortunately, time is the one thing you cannot afford to waste when planning for a move. That's why it helps to stand back initially, look at what you have to work with, and then formulate your strategy.
As you move, you'll find that your two biggest resources are time and space. This is why renting a self-storage unit is a good investment. Self-storage can prevent several problems from eating into your time and money.
1. A packing process slowed by clutter
How cluttered is your home? If, like 40% of Australians, you are ashamed of the clutter clogging up your home, you might struggle for space while you pack for your move. As a result, the clutter will slow down your packing process and leave you short on time — a resource you cannot afford to waste.
However, if you rent a self-storage unit months in advance of your move, you can transfer the clutter from your home to your storage unit. Move any unessential items of furniture into storage to free up space in your rooms. You can also pack up little things, like ornaments and pictures, because these items may get in the way as you pack.
2. Damage to your treasured possessions
Every household has at least one item of treasured furniture or décor, such as a piano or painting. As you pack for your move, if you aren't careful, you could end up damaging these items. Moreover, during the hustle and bustle of moving day, your most treasured possessions are at risk of damage, which is why you should place these items into self-storage before you start to pack.
3. A lack of space to renovate your new home
If your new home needs some TLC, which you plan to carry out after your move, you'll need plenty of space. But if boxes and furniture fill up your new home while you replace drawers or put up new wallpaper, the process could take much longer than you planned. Fortunately, you can avoid this issue if you put all non-essential items into storage ahead of your move.
4. Disarray and mess while unpacking
Just as a cluttered home can slow down your packing process, it can also slow down your unpacking process. Did you know that it takes 182 days, on average, for new movers to unpack their last box? Boxes and unmoved furniture are probably to blame for at least some of that lost time.
If you want to unpack your things quickly so you can enjoy your new home, put some of your stuff into storage before you move. Then, as you unpack, you can gradually add the items from your storage unit to your new home.
5. A moving day slowed down by large items
Do you have any large pieces of furniture that might slow down your move on moving day? Consider putting those items into self-storage before the big day arrives, especially if your home's corridors and rooms are narrow. For instance, if your removalists need to take their time moving your large wardrobe through your home, you'll lose valuable time.
However, if all your large items of furniture are in self-storage on moving day, your move will proceed smoothly and quickly.
6. A moving day ruined by unexpected problems
Any number of issues could occur on moving day. Paperwork problems, illnesses, injuries and worse — your new home not being ready — could all disrupt your moving day plans. But if many of your possessions are already in self-storage, these problems will be easier to navigate.
Do you need a removalist for your upcoming move? Are you thinking of using self-storage to make your move easier? Get in touch with Zippy Removals & Storage today. Together, we'll ensure that your move is quick and painless.
