Overview

Unpacking after a move can be overwhelming, but with a solid plan, it can also be an exciting fresh start. By tackling larger items first and creating a designated space for essentials, you'll streamline the process and settle into your new home with ease.

Unpacking After Moving

Unpacking after moving can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. And just like you made a plan to pack up your home and its belongings, it’s now time to make a plan to unpack them. A good unpacking after moving plan will help keep you organized and get you settled in much faster than approaching the situation with no plan in place. Here are some handy tips to help you create a plan.

Start Immediately

Diving in and starting immediately while you still remember where most of the things you packed are located will be much easier than putting it off and having to re-orient yourself.

Big Pieces First

Unload and unpack and place large pieces such as furniture first. Putting large pieces in their place will give structure to rooms, making it easier to unpack smaller items later. Also, make sure you don’t block entrances and keep furniture as far away from doorways as possible to avoid obstructions.

Hook Up the Necessities

Hook up/install necessary appliances and make note of where your outlets are located. Most importantly, you should make sure the refrigerator and freezer are up and running and unpack perishable items as soon as possible. Don’t forget to set at least one clock, so you can keep track of time during the day.

Unpack Important Items

You may have made a “survival box” of necessities when you packed, so make sure to unpack that and other essential items before moving on to the non-essentials.

Unload Boxes

Start by making sure all boxes are separated by room, and then work your way through the house, unpacking, flatting boxes and throwing away/recycling packing material as you go. If you plan on unpacking over the course of a few days, you may want to unpack only the essentials for each room first, then go back and unpack non-essential items after. If you choose to do this, make sure you do it in an organized, room-by-room manner.

By developing a smart unpacking after moving plan before getting started you will save yourself a great deal frustration and stress and you’ll be enjoying your home much faster than you thought possible. Good luck in your new home!

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