Make Your Next Move Easier: Tips for a Smoother Moving Season

Make Your Move Easier This National Moving Month

May marks National Moving Month, the unofficial kickoff to the busiest season for changing addresses. Whether you're upgrading, downsizing, or just relocating across town, moving can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming.

With a little planning and some help with what you leave behind, your move doesn’t have to be chaotic. Here are a few ways to make the moving season smooth:

1. Start With a Clean Slate
   
   Before you even touch a moving box, take inventory of what you actually use. Unused kitchen appliances, furniture collecting dust, or mystery boxes in the garage? Now’s the time to part ways with them. The less you move, the less you spend (and stress).



2. Create Three Clear Piles: Keep, Donate, Toss
   
   Give yourself a structure. Go room by room and sort your belongings into three categories: things you want to keep, items in good condition you can donate or sell, and items that are damaged, outdated, or simply no longer needed.



3. Don’t Forget the Forgotten Spaces
   
   Basements, attics, sheds—these spots can hide years of forgotten stuff. Schedule time to go through them early in the process so you’re not scrambling at the last minute.



4. Get Rid of Bulky Items the Easy Way
   
   If your move includes old furniture, broken electronics, or heavy junk you’re ready to let go of, consider calling in some backup. Junk King’s hauling teams can take care of the heavy lifting and make sure items are recycled or donated when possible, helping you move with less mess.



5. Be Realistic About Your “Someday” Pile
   
   We all have it: the treadmill we might use again or the half-finished project we might pick back up. If it’s been sitting for years, it’s probably not coming with you into your next chapter.

Ready to lighten the load before your next move? Whether you're heading across town or the country, a little decluttering now can make moving day a whole lot easier.

Visit www.junk-king.com to learn more or schedule a pickup that fits your timeline.