{"id":815,"date":"2022-11-10T17:16:02","date_gmt":"2022-11-10T04:16:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/?p=815"},"modified":"2023-06-27T21:14:42","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T09:14:42","slug":"items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Choices For Smooth Move: What To Pack And What To Leave Behind"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Alata||||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#545454&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#52648a&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_2_letter_spacing=&#8221;0.6px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#52648a&#8221; header_3_letter_spacing=&#8221;0.6px&#8221; header_3_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Moving to a new place can be an exciting but challenging experience. It involves a great deal of decision-making, particularly when it comes to packing your belongings. Not only do you have to decide what gets packed and how it gets packed, but you also need to make choices about what stays behind. This becomes even more crucial during long-distance relocations, as the <a href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Best Auckland Removals\">professional moving company<\/a> often bases its fees on the weight of the cargo and the distance traveled.<\/p>\n<p>To reduce the cost and hassle of your move, it&#8217;s important to make sound judgments in the lead-up. In this blog post, we will discuss smart decisions you can make to ensure a smooth move, including what to pack and what to leave behind.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#What_To_Pack_And_What_To_Leave_Behind\" >What To Pack And What To Leave Behind<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#1_Assess_The_Value\" >1. Assess The Value:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#2_Think_Twice_Before_Replacing\" >2. Think Twice Before Replacing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#3_Old_Or_Bulky_Products\" >3. Old Or Bulky Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#4_Large_And_Delicate_Items\" >4. Large And Delicate Items<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#5_Old_Or_Unused_Appliances\" >5. Old Or Unused Appliances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#6_Obsolete_Mattresses\" >6. Obsolete Mattresses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#7_Unworn_Clothes\" >7. Unworn Clothes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#8_Important_Papers\" >8. Important Papers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#9_Old_Toys\" >9. Old Toys<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#10_Bins_For_Storage\" >10. Bins For Storage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#11_Tough-To-Move_Items\" >11. Tough-To-Move Items<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/blog\/items-that-you-need-to-think-twice-before-packing-and-moving\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Pack_And_What_To_Leave_Behind\"><\/span><strong>What To Pack And What To Leave Behind<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Assess_The_Value\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>1. Assess The Value:<\/strong> <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When you&#8217;re faced with the task of <a href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/packing-and-unpacking-services.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Professional Moving Services In Auckland \">packing for a move<\/a>, it&#8217;s important to ask yourself why you desire to keep each item. Consider whether there is a sentimental attachment or if it truly brings you happiness. If an item doesn&#8217;t fall into either of these categories, let it go. Allison Dunn of Organized Spaces by Allie suggests, &#8220;If it&#8217;s not for sentimental reasons or bringing you joy, you should be able to get rid of it.&#8221; By assessing the value of each item, you can make more informed decisions about what to pack.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Think_Twice_Before_Replacing\"><\/span><strong>2. Think Twice Before Replacing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While downsizing can be a great idea to create a clutter-free environment, it&#8217;s essential to think twice before getting rid of things to replace them. Moving itself can be expensive, so you want to avoid adding unnecessary expenses by replacing items that could still serve a purpose. Ann Lightfoot, a professional organizer and co-founder of Done &amp; Done Home, advises, &#8220;Don&#8217;t get rid of that old pot and think now is the time to buy the new <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Le_Creuset\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Le Creuset\">Le Creuset<\/a>.&#8221; Instead, consider the practicality of the item during the transition period. It might be more convenient to have certain items on hand while you settle into your new home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Old_Or_Bulky_Products\"><\/span><strong>3. Old Or Bulky Products<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Not all belongings need to make the journey with you. It&#8217;s important to distinguish between necessary or valuable items and old or unneeded ones. Things that are no longer useful can be sold, given away, or donated to those in need. However, ensure that any furniture being relocated by your moving company isn&#8217;t going to be replaced soon. By reducing the number of items, you take with you, you not only save on moving costs but also create a fresh start in your new home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Large_And_Delicate_Items\"><\/span><strong>4. Large And Delicate Items<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Some items are difficult to move due to their size or fragility. These items require special care and attention. <a href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Contact Best Auckland Removals\">Contact your moving and storage company<\/a> in advance to make necessary arrangements for valuable items such as fragile glassware, ornaments, or substantial musical instruments. Taking extra precautions will minimize the risk of damage during the move.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Old_Or_Unused_Appliances\"><\/span><strong>5. Old Or Unused Appliances<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you have additional or old appliances you can live without in your new home; it&#8217;s best to leave them behind. Moving outdated appliances is not only risky but also adds unnecessary weight and cost to your move. Consider selling them to a local dealer, your previous landlord, or neighbors, or even donating them to charity. By doing so, you not only lighten your load but also give these appliances a chance to be useful to someone else.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Obsolete_Mattresses\"><\/span><strong>6. Obsolete Mattresses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Moving is an ideal time to evaluate the condition of your mattress. If your mattress is old or worn out, it&#8217;s best not to bring it along to your new house. Mattresses typically need to be replaced after eight years of use for optimal comfort and support. Instead of moving an old mattress, consider purchasing a new one at your new address. Many mattress brands offer convenient same-day delivery, ensuring you have a comfortable place to sleep upon arrival.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Unworn_Clothes\"><\/span><strong>7. Unworn Clothes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Relocating provides an excellent opportunity to declutter your wardrobe. Sort your clothes and donate or sell any items you no longer wear or have outgrown. This not only reduces the number of items to pack but also allows you to start fresh in your new home. You can even consider giving them to close family members or friends rather than selling them, fostering a sense of connection and sustainability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Important_Papers\"><\/span><strong>8. Important Papers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While it may be tempting to recycle stacks of papers rather than pack them, it&#8217;s important to preserve vital documents. These documents may include your lease agreement, important receipts, mortgage papers, contracts, or tax return forms. Before your move, please go through all your documents and ensure they are organized and easily accessible. Place them in a labeled file folder or a transparent envelope, making them easy to find when needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Old_Toys\"><\/span><strong>9. Old Toys<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> When moving with children, it&#8217;s important to declutter their toy collection. Items that your children no longer use or have lost interest in can be traded or donated to charity. This not only reduces the number of toys to be packed but also allows other children to enjoy them. Consider donating them to a nearby school or church, giving underprivileged children the opportunity to have a toy they otherwise couldn&#8217;t afford.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Bins_For_Storage\"><\/span><strong>10. Bins For Storage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While you may underestimate your storage requirements in your new location, it&#8217;s wise to hold onto storage bins, boxes, and Tupperware. These items can be repurposed in numerous ways to organize your new home. Even if you eventually decide to replace them, having them initially can be immensely helpful during the moving process and in setting up an organized living space.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Tough-To-Move_Items\"><\/span><strong>11. Tough-To-Move Items<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Certain items may require special arrangements or pose challenges for your moving company. Instead of going through the trouble and expense of moving such items, consider donating them to a nearby school or church. For example, if you have a piano of poor quality or no sentimental value, it might be better to give it to an organization that can make good use of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Packing efficiently for a move isn&#8217;t just about fitting everything into the moving truck; it&#8217;s also about making smart decisions about what to leave behind. By assessing the value and practicality of your belongings, you can reduce the cost and stress of your move. Carefully consider what to pack and what to leave behind to ensure a smooth and seamless transition to your new home. Remember, moving is an excellent opportunity to declutter and create a fresh start, so make the most of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For more information or assistance with your move, feel free to contact us at <a href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Best Auckland Removals\">Best Auckland Removals<\/a>. We are available 24\/7 to answer your queries and provide the <a href=\"https:\/\/bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\/our-services.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Our Moving Services In Auckland \">best moving services<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact us now:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Call us at: <a href=\"tel:098896066\">098896066<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Or Can also mail us on: <a href=\"mailto:info@bestaucklandremovals.co.nz\">info@bestaucklandremovals.co.nz<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Blog&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_enable_color=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_width_px__hover=&#8221;1080px&#8221; custom_width_px__hover_enabled=&#8221;1080px&#8221; custom_width_percent__hover=&#8221;80%&#8221; custom_width_percent__hover_enabled=&#8221;80%&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; 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