The clearance of Your
Home for a Removal
A decluttered home is not only easier to move, but it also reduces stress and makes the transition to your new space smoother. This guide outlines easy steps to help you declutter your home before a move.
This process can be done room by room not only giving away items you not long need but also
by Fabiano Costa
Assess the Problem Areas
1.Identify Trouble Spots
Look around your home to pinpoint areas that seem cluttered and chaotic. You might notice that certain rooms or areas of your home feel particularly congested
2.Assess The Clutter
Take note of what types of clutter are present, whether it’s piles of clothing, stacks of paperwork, or a collection of items you’ve been meaning to donate or sell.
3.Prioritize
Prioritize the areas that are most important to declutter first. Consider your priorities and allocate your time accordingly.
Clearing Room by Room
Organize your pantry, refrigerator, and drawers. Donate or discard expired food, unused appliances, and duplicate items.
Remove unnecessary furniture, decorative items, and clutter that is collecting dust.
Declutter your closets, drawers, and nightstands. Get rid of clothes you don’t wear, old books, and unnecessary accessories.
Reducing Sentimental Attachments
Identify Sentimental Items
Recognize items that hold emotional value but are no longer serving a practical purpose.
Evaluate Significance
Determine if the sentimental value outweighs the physical spaces, it occupies and if it’s worth holding onto.
Creative Solutions
Consider digitalizing photos and letters, donating items to charities, or storing them in a designated space.
Organizing the Items to Keep
Category
Organization Method
Clothing
Fold or hang clothes neatly. Categorize by type, season, and color.
Books
Organize by genre, author, or alphabetically. Consider using a bookshelf or storage bins
Kitchen Supplies
Store items in labeled containers. Group similar items together. Utilize drawer organizers.
Deciding What to Donate or Sell
Donate: Find local charities or donation centers that accept items in good condition.
Sell: Consider online platforms or local consignment shops to sell items you no longer need.
Discard: Ensure proper disposal of unwanted items, either by recycling or throwing them away.
Proper Disposal of Unwanted Items
Recycling
Check local guidelines for recyclable items, and dispose of them properly.
Trash
Throw away non-recyclable items, ensuring they are properly disposed of.
Donations
Give away unwanted items in good condition to local charities or shelters.
Maintaining a Decluttered Home
Implement a cleaning routine to prevent clutter from accumulating.
For every new item that comes into your home, remove one existing item.
Create designated areas for specific items, such as a mail sorter or a shoe rack.
Pack boxes carefully, label them clearly, and group items by room.
Consider hiring professional movers for a smooth and stress-free relocation.