🚛 Moving House Made Easy: Top Tips & Tricks from Lockaway Storage

🚛 Moving House Made Easy: Top Tips & Tricks from Lockaway Storage

Moving house can feel like a huge mountain to climb — packing, organising, cleaning, and coordinating everything is no small feat. But with the right plan (and a few clever hacks), your move can be smooth, stress-free, and even a little exciting.

At Lockaway Storage, we’ve helped families and individuals transition seamlessly with secure, flexible storage solutions. Now, we’re sharing our top moving tips to make your big day feel a little smaller.

📝 1. Start Early & Make a Moving Checklist

Give yourself at least 4–6 weeks to prepare. Begin by creating a checklist of everything you need to do — from notifying utility companies to packing non-essentials. Breaking it into weekly tasks helps keep the process manageable.

📦 2. Declutter Before You Pack

Moving is the perfect opportunity to simplify. Go through each room and decide what to keep, donate, sell, or toss. Not only will this reduce the number of boxes, but it can also lower your moving costs.

Pro Tip: Can’t decide what to keep? Store seasonal or sentimental items at Lockaway Storage until you’re ready to revisit them.

🏷️ 3. Label Like a Pro

Clearly label every box with its contents and destination room. Use colored tape or stickers for quick visual sorting. Bonus points if you number boxes and keep a master inventory list.

🛠️ 4. Pack a First-Night Essentials Box

Pack a small box with toiletries, chargers, snacks, a change of clothes, important documents, and any must-haves for the first night. Trust us — you’ll be too tired to unpack everything right away.

🚚 5. Don’t Overload Boxes

Keep heavier items like books in smaller boxes and lighter items in bigger ones. Make sure each box can be lifted without straining — your back will thank you.

🛋️ 6. Use Storage to Ease the Transition

Sometimes the moving timelines don’t align perfectly. Whether you're downsizing, staging your home for sale, or just need breathing room, a secure storage unit gives you flexibility.

Why Lockaway Storage?

• Clean units

• 24/7 surveillance and access

• Flexible rental terms to fit your schedule

• Friendly local team ready to help

🧼 7. Clean As You Go

Clean each room as it’s packed up. It’s easier than saving it all for the last minute, and future-you will appreciate the head start.

📅 8. Book Movers & Trucks Early

Moving companies and rental trucks can get booked out fast — especially at the end of the month. Lock in your dates as early as possible, and confirm the details a week before.

✨ Final Thoughts

Moving house doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a solid plan, a few smart strategies, and the right support, you’ll be settling into your new home in no time.

Need some extra space during your move? Contact Lockaway Storage today for a free quote and discover how easy moving can be with the right storage solution by your side.