Movers carrying boxes out of a truck

If you have a residential relocation coming up sometime soon, you may already be checking items off a to-do list. Between organizing, packing and saying goodbye to friends and neighbors, there are lot of tasks that must get accomplished ahead of moving day.

ALS Van Lines is an Atlanta-based moving and storage company that's been in operation since 1994. Transitioning our customers from one home to another is just another day at the office for our seasoned crew! Below we have listed the top three things that any homeowner should do before the movers arrive to begin transporting your belongings to your updated address.

1. Make Necessary Arrangements for Pets and Kids

Typically on moving day, you and your movers will be walking around throughout your house, stacking boxes and packing last-minute items. One aspect that can make this part of the process more challenging for the customer is tending to the needs of pets or children simultaneously. Hazardous items like cleaning chemicals or sharp utensils that are typically kept out of reach may be more accessible, so moving day can also present safety issues to young children and animals.

See if neighbors, daycare centers or family members living nearby can take on babysitting duties on moving day to keep the entire experience running smoothly and safely.

2. Dispose or Transport Hazardous Items

While most moving companies can handle most of the packing, loading and transporting of items for you on moving day, there are certain household goods that movers aren't legally allowed to transfer. Check with your movers about any regulations or restrictions they need to adhere to so that you can get these types of belongings either disposed of or transported ahead of time to ensure a faster and more efficient process.

Some of the most common household items that movers cannot load in their trucks include:

  • Flammable, Corrosive or Explosive Materials
  • Ammunition
  • Perishable Food Items
  • Some Cleaning Supplies
  • Liquor
  • Plants

3. Pack a Bag for Your Essentials

Once your household belongings are in the back of the moving truck, you won't have access to them until they are unpacked at your new residence. We always recommend that our customers set aside the items that they'll still need to utilize throughout the day so that they aren't left inconvenienced. This is especially true for long-distance relocations, where it may take a few days for your belongings to reach their final destination. Some things you may want to consider including in your essentials bag are:

  • Toiletry Items
  • Medications
  • Change of Clothes
  • Phone Chargers
  • Important Documents

With over 30 years of experience to our name, ALS Van Lines can complete some of the most streamlined and simplified moves in Atlanta and the surrounding region. We offer a wide range of services that could be included in your long-distance or local move, from packing options to furniture assembly and disassembly to long or short-term storage services and more.

Get in touch with the ALS Van Lines team today or fill out our online form to receive a free estimate on any of our moving and storage services, and find out more about how our team can make moving day as easy and efficient as possible.