It’s no secret that any holiday is a busy time. That said, you may find yourself planning a move during a major holiday, which can make things even busier. The good news is it is still entirely possible! Our New Jersey moving team at SeaCure Moving came up with 7 tips to make your holiday move a breeze.

Let’s dive in! 

Hire a Mover in Advance

While moving companies have busier seasons than others, it’s still in your best interest to plan ahead. Odds are, most moving companies won’t be available for a last-minute booking, and then you’ll be on your own.

For many holidays, workers will take time off. By planning ahead, you’ll give your hired movers time to staff properly, so you have all the drivers, movers, and packers you need. 

Start Packing Early

Along a similar vein, you shouldn’t leave your packing to the last minute either. Even if you feel like everything under control, you’ll realize you have way more things than you think. Plus, as you get closer to your moving date, you’ll want to spend your days with friends and family instead of packing.

Want to avoid the hassles of packing altogether? Hire a full-service moving company that offers professional packing services. 

Let Others Host the Holiday Gathering

Your home is already going to be chaotic, so you probably don’t want to add hosting a family event to that. If you’re planning a move around the holidays, leave the party hosting to someone else! That way, you don’t have to deal with extra cleaning and preparations during this chaotic time. 

Hold Off on Large Item Purchases

While it may be tempting to treat yourself during a holiday by buying large items like TVs, exercise equipment, or new furniture, you are far better off holding off on those purchases until after the move. 

Not only will you create extra work for yourself on moving day, you’ll also likely tack on extra cost when it comes to having professionals move the items for you. And if a holiday sale is too good to pass up, ask if you can schedule delivery to your new residence instead of your current one.

Have Your Holiday Decorations Clearly Labeled

If you like to decorate your home for holidays and are getting to your new home in time to do so, the best thing you can do is pack these items separately and pack them last. That way, they’ll be at the front of all your belongings once you get to the new location. 

Decide Which Items You Can Donate

Once you start packing your belongings, you’re most likely going to realize you have a lot of items you may not want anymore. The good news is the holidays are a great time to donate things to those who are less fortunate.

Depending on where you live, there will likely be plenty of options from which you can choose to donate your belongings, including: 

  • Goodwill
  • Salvation Army
  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore
  • Local Churches

…and more! 

Get a Moving Estimate Ahead of Time

As with any large project, planning a move requires a budget. When it comes to the holidays, budgeting is especially important. The best way to do that? Get a professional moving quote from your hired movers. 

And Speaking of Moving Estimates…

If you’re getting ready to plan your New Jersey move, our long-distance movers at SeaCure Moving can help. We have over 40 years of experience under our belt as well as status as a Bekins Van Lines agent, ATA-certified ProMover, and BBB A+ rated and accredited business.

That said, our experts know what it takes to make every step of your upcoming relocation a breeze. Our services include:

  • Free Estimates
  • Full-Service Packing
  • Storage Services
  • Senior Moving Care

…and more!

To learn more, get in touch with our residential movers in New Jersey by giving us a call or using our online form to schedule a free consultation.