Prepare Ahead of Time for Moving to Westchester

02 Oct Prepare Ahead of Time for Moving to Westchester

Uprooting yourself from your home and moving takes a tremendous amount of stress, time and effort. More specifically, moving to Westchester from Brooklyn is a big move. Not only is it big due it’s distance in proximity, but it’s big because living in Brooklyn is city living and living in Westchester is suburban living. In other words, it’s a big leap in living style. That kind of move takes a lot of preparation in order to ensure a stress-free move.

Now That You’ve Decided to Move Out of Brooklyn and Have Settled on Moving to Westchester, It’s Time to Start Preparing for The Move – It’s Never Too Early…

1. Look Through Your Belongings and De-clutter:

   
   Once you’ve found your new home in Westchester, made the proper arrangements and/or signed your contract, and set a date for moving to Westchester, it’s time to take inventory. Take a good look around your Brooklyn home… you probably have a lot of belongings – right? You’ve probably also collected a lot of clutter over the time you’ve lived in your Brooklyn home. That’s normal, but, de-cluttering before you move will save you stress and expense both during your move and once you get to your new home in Westchester. Before you start packing or even schedule your movers, take the time out to go through all of your valuables and see what is still good and what may need to be thrown out. Check that all of your appliances work. Taking appliances that don’t work will just be an unnecessary moving expense and will clutter your new home. Check over all your furniture, make sure that it’s all still usable. Decide which pieces of furniture can still work in your new home. Take measurements of both your Westchester home and your furniture, making sure that they will match up. Sift through your clothing and check for any worn out cloths that can no longer be used or clothing that may not fit you anymore. The garage is a great place to start when it comes to de-cluttering and here is a great resource with tips on how to do so. Any appliances, furniture, clothing or other belongings that can still be used but may not be needed or may not work for your Westchester home can be donated to a charity organization or sold to someone who can use it. You can even make a garage sale and sell all of the things you can no longer use. This will actually not only get rid of your clutter before you move, but it will earn you some money to help cover your moving to Westchester expenses. Getting rid of extra clutter before your move will save you unnecessary stress and expense during your move since you won’t spend time moving belongings you don’t really need or want. It will also save you time, money and stress once you reach your new home since you won’t have to hire someone and spend the time removing the unwanted belongings from your new home. Additionally, you won’t be cluttering your new home in Westchester; you’ll have a fresh new start – now that’s an advantage right there :).



2. Find a Good Moving Company:

   
   Moving to Westchester, or any move, for that matter, can be very costly. That’s why it’s so common for people to try and cut costs by either moving their belongings themselves or hiring inexperienced movers. Hiring an experienced moving company, however, is the most cost-effective and will ensure that you and your belongings are not damaged or hurt. An experienced moving company will have workers with the skills they need to move your valuables efficiently, delicately and smoothly; ensuring that nothing gets damaged. They will also have the necessary equipment to ensure a safe and proper moving job. Having an inexperienced moving company may come at a lower initial cost, but at a risk of damaging your belongings or even your new home, as they maneuver large furniture and appliances inside. This will end up costing you a lot more in repairs. Trying to move yourself, not only will you risk damaging your belongings, but you’ll risk hurting your back as you carry heavy appliances and furniture. Hiring a good Brooklyn moving company when moving to Westchester is extremely important. One of the most important components to consider when looking for a moving company in Brooklyn or researching Westchester moving companies, is one that is experienced, honest and efficient. Here at Reputable Moving we do just that while taking the stress out of your move.

If you’re moving to Westchester from Brooklyn, you’re probably looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city; the high cost of living, cramped apartments and the hassle of finding parking. In that way, moving to Westchester, a peaceful suburb in New York, is a great choice.

With all that, though, making such a move is definitely a big one. Taking the time out to properly prepare ahead of time is imperative.