Downsizing? 5 Ways Professional Movers Help
Are you downsizing your living situation? Americans downsize for many reasons, including to reduce debt, to retire on a budget, or to live in a more desirable location. No matter why you're embarking on downsizing, though, it can be a challenge. Make it more manageable and more successful by adding professional movers to your team. Why? Here are a few key ways they help you reach your goals.
1. Have Items Removed as Needed
If you have time to plan for downsizing, you'll probably start by getting rid of belongings and furnishings you won't need to take. This can be a big job, though, and it may take more than one day. Professional movers can help you work at your own pace by picking up and moving things you are donating, giving to friends or family, or even destroying — as often as you need trips.
2. Store Your Stuff to Work Through
Downsizing without much time to prepare? Don't worry about going through all your belongings now and deciding what you can or can't keep. Instead, separate items into two categories: definitely keeping and maybe/maybe not.
The movers can take the latter to an offsite storage space for safekeeping until you have time to go through them in a calm and productive manner. They can also bring your stuff back in increments so you don't have a huge mess to work through all at once.
3. Store Belongings While You Search
Because downsizing is such a big step, it doesn't always work out the first time you try it. You might have grand plans for tiny home living, for instance, but you find out that it's a little too small for your life. Or perhaps you move to a new city and need time to figure out the best areas to live in.
Whatever the reason, don't worry about committing to anything right away. Instead, leave your goods safely in storage with the movers while you right-size your new living accommodations. Many movers offer storage for a short time or even a long period.
4. Make the Work Less Daunting
Not everyone is downsizing voluntarily. This can be disheartening, especially if you're moving due to the loss of a job, a divorce, the death of a loved one, or other tragic situation. During this difficult time, let movers help you meet the physical and emotional challenges. You can focus where you need to and you won't have to dread the move quite so much.
Movers can help you in many ways or just in a few — whatever you need. They work professionally, show up when requested, and respect you, your belongings, and your time.
5. Get Help Moving Into Small Digs
Whether it's a tiny home, a small apartment, or your parents' basement, downsizing often means moving into places that are physically limited in size or shape. It could involve multiple sets of stairs, tight hallways, small doors, and more. This makes moving furniture, bulky equipment, or even your boxes and bins difficult.
Don't damage your stuff, your new place, or yourself by trying to squeeze things into odd spaces yourself. Work with trained professionals who have the right training, expertise, and tools to get things in and out safely and securely.
Ready to begin planning your successful downsizing? Start by meeting with the team at Coffee's Moving and Storage. We've assisted your Ohio neighbors with their moving projects for more than five decades. We can help you too. Call today to learn more about both moving and storage services or to make an appointment for a consultation.
