1. Realize How Much You Actually Have
Take inventory of your belongings. Once you know what you own, you can decide what stays, what goes, and what needs special handling.
2. Match Your Belongings to Your New Space
Compare the size of your new home or office with your current one. This helps you downsize smartly and avoid moving items that won’t fit.
3. Sell vs Gift vs Tip
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Sell: Great for valuable items, but remember it takes time. Price low for quick sales, save detailed listings for high-value items.
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Gift: Perfect for bulky items or smaller things like books, toys, or office equipment.
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Tip: Only for end-of-life items. Explore recycling options or community “free as-is” listings before paying to dump.
4. Understand the Cost/Time/Energy/Quality Quadrant
Moving options vary:
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DIY: Cheap, but takes 3–6x more time and energy.
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Low-cost movers: Saves money but can mean longer jobs and less care.
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Professional movers: Higher cost but faster, safer, and less stressful.
Ask yourself: Do you have the right vehicle? Do you have enough people to help? If not, professionals may save you more in the long run.
5. Find the Right Moving Company
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Always get at least 3 quotes.
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Arrange a home or office visit for accuracy.
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Ask movers to take photos and provide detailed cost breakdowns.
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Take your own photos of valuable items as proof of condition.
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Consider getting agreements in writing or paying a deposit to secure your booking.
At We Move You, we pride ourselves on reliability. Unlike some companies that cancel smaller jobs for bigger ones, we stick to our bookings.
