Before you make the move to your new home, there will be a long list of things that need to be taken care of before loading day. Many of these tasks can be handled by your movers. But, there are certain things the homeowner must take care of on their own. Here are 8 of them:

1. 8 Things To Do Before The Move
from Master Movers Moving & Storage

2. Some Things Must Be Handled By The Customer
In the weeks prior to your move,
there are several tasks that you can
do to make sure you are prepared
for a swift and efficient loading day.
Here you’ll find tips for preparing common yet frequently overlooked
household items, as well as a list of goods that you’ll more than likely need
to move on your own.

3. Valuables
Anything you own which you consider to be extraordinarily valuable should
be moved by you personally to ensure its protection. This includes items
such as :
● Money
● Jewelry
● Collectables
● Sentimental items
● Birth certificates, passports and
other documents

4. Hazardous Items
There are quite a few things we all keep in our homes that movers
generally will not transport due to their potential for damage and danger.
Flammables Explosives & Corrosives
● aerosol cans
● fire extinguishers
● paints and paint thinners
● ammonia and bleach
● fuel, oil, and lighter fluid
● solvents
● pool chemicals
● fireworks
● fertilizers

5. Wine & Spirits
Conditions in the trailer are not ideal for wine and certain spirits because
temperatures can easily fluctuate. It is recommended that you personally
transport any wine that you have as well as any open containers, and
discuss any other forms of alcohol with your mover.

6. The Garage
Your lawn mower and any other gasoline-powered
engines must be emptied of gas
and oil, and if you have any gas cans, they
should be emptied and rinsed out to
avoid fumes.
If you plan to ship a vehicle, make sure the gas tank is no more than 1/4 full.
Also, your barbeque grill should be free of debris and washed out prior to
loading day.

7. The Yard
If you’re taking your garden hoses
with your when you move, drain as
much water out of them as
possible and connect the two ends
of the hose together to avoid leaks
in the trailer.

8. Fixtures
Any item you plan to move that is affixed to the wall or ceiling must be
taken down and packed up before they are shipped. This might include
curtain rods, light fixtures, and ceiling fans.

9. The Attic
Any belongings you have stored in
the attic must be brought to the
main level prior to loading day. Your
mover won’t be able to access these
areas due to residence damage
liability.

10. Refrigerators & Freezers
Before the big day, make sure to
empty and defrost your freezers and
refrigerators. Moving these larger
items can be tricky, so give yourself
plenty of time to get this done.
If you’re moving long distance (more
than 50 miles), it’s best to dispose of
all frozen and/or perishable items.

11. Thank You!
From all of us at
Master Movers Moving & Storage,
we wish you a swift and happy move!
For more info about our packing, transport, and storage
services, please visit us at WestCoastMoving.com