6 things that bachelors should keep in mind while moving house

Moving house is already a difficult task. It can take time for anyone to adjust to a new home, a new environment. There, it doesn't matter if it's another city or country. With family though it's a bit easier. Everyone can share the work. In many cases, the whole thing becomes fun.

But, not everyone has that advantage. Many people have to stay alone for various reasons including studies, jobs. In that case, finding a home, coming to a new home, a bachelor has to face many challenges. It may seem that bachelors have less belongings, furniture; Their job is supposed to be easy. But when done alone, even the simplest tasks become difficult.

Especially those who are shifting house for the first time can easily do this by following a few tips. In today's article, I will discuss about 6 such things, which if followed, the bachelors will change their house for sure.

1. Mental preparation

First of all, you need to be mentally prepared. Especially if you are coming with family for the first time, and this is your first experience of moving house alone; In that case, it is normal to face stress and various difficulties. However, it is important to remember that your experience is not new.  You can take tips from your friends and acquaintances. You can ask them for help.  Rather, treat this opportunity as a new experience. Reinvent yourself through it and consider it a learning experience.

2. Planning before shifting

Make a detailed checklist first to make the entire process of your home move easier. And keep checking the list after each task.

• First fix the date of home shift. So that you can plan everything accordingly.
• Create a budget. If moving service is taken, add its cost to the budget. Write down in detail what type of vehicle you will need, how much it will cost in packing, any additional expenses in the new house, etc. 
• Let them know where you are at least 1-2 months in advance. Many homes also have a notice agreement.

• Discuss how to calculate advance money. Take care not to run into any major problems at the last minute. 
• Find out about the new area, especially the transport system, raw markets, safety issues etc.
• Start packing. First, start by eliminating unnecessary things. It might seem like a bachelor wouldn't have a lot of things to sort out. But, at the last moment, we have to get into trouble packing.

You can sell some things if you want, donate them if possible or throw them away if you can't use them at once. This will make your packing easier, and won't waste space in the new home.

3. Book moving services

You may feel like you can do the whole job alone. It's not impossible, but if possible, booking a moving service will make your job easier. As they are professional movers, they will help with packing, loading and in some cases moving to the new home. You will also get many tips from them.

So book the moving service in advance. Research various companies well, check their offers and packages. Find out which one might be best for you. Booking in off season may cost slightly less. Talk to the movers in detail about everything.

4. Packing tips

The real work begins with packing. So take your time and start packing. And not so long ago that the packing box has to be opened every time for daily necessities. In that case, start packing with off-season items or things you don't need every day.

• Make a separate list of what to pack. If you can, you can also add where to put the key. As a result, labeling work will be easier.
• Gather packing materials. You can buy everything if you want, and you can borrow some things from someone else. In addition to boxes, rope, scotch tape, markers, scissors, etc., you may need special tools depending on the furniture. Keep everything close at hand, so packing will be easier.
• You can have a plan on how to start packing. Start packing by deciding whether to do it by room or by belongings.
• Take the first things you will need in a new house in a separate bag. For example, clothing, personal items, dry food etc.
• Pack your necessary documents, money, and valuables separately. If you can't handle it alone, keep it with a trusted person or in a bank.
• Do detailed labeling of each box. It will be easier to unpack if you write down what you have and where it will be.
• Follow special rules for packing expensive and fragile items.

5. Preparation for the day of shifting

Shifting day can feel a lot different. From the joy of going to a new place to the pain of leaving the old place, the anxiety of doing such a big task alone - all should be prepared separately for this day.

• Create a moving day checklist.
• Make sure about the address of the new house, gas, water, electricity, internet connection there.
• Check if there is anything left in the old house, any bills or furniture.
• Be careful when moving heavy objects or furniture.

6. Things to do after arriving at a new home

After coming to a new home, new thoughts can be filled again. How to unpack everything, decorate the new room, etc. Act according to the plan without thinking.

• First check if all the boxes have arrived or not. Check expensive and fragile furniture.
• Do not unpack everything in one day.
• Moving heavy furniture etc. is better done with movers rather than doing it alone in one day. In that case, the big furniture should be placed according to the specific room or place first.
• Check gas, water, electricity, internet connection again before use.
• Unpack and plan the arrangement of the house. Unpack by room or space by looking at the box label. Since the larger pieces of furniture are already set, unpacking the rest of the box will be easier. If desired, unpack items of the same type together. For example, put clothes first, then books, then cookware etc.
• Connect with new communities. Can join various clubs or groups.

Moving house is challenging for anyone. For bachelors it is more complicated. But, doing this successfully will give you a different kind of joy. So, enjoy this success and don't forget to celebrate. Take care of yourself in between these things. Hopefully, our tips will make your journey easier.