As you go to new dwellings, it is best to reduce the baggage by doing away with the items that have not been used in a while, and will therefore only become clutter. A great way to do this is to go through everything that you own before packing so that you can save on time and space, and also reduce on the items that will end up being boxed and shipped.

Movers Mississauga recommends that one begins this process in any area of the house that may have the most clutter. This could be places like closets or the attic, which hold most of the possessions that we store away and end up forgetting that we even own. Working your way through all storage spaces is the fastest way to get all the unwanted things out, even though it could require some time depending on the number of belongings you own. Make a list of the stuff you intend on carrying and the ones being left behind to help you recall what is needed. This can also come in handy in case you have contracted a crew to assist with the packing.

Arrange the items in groups according to the rooms they were in. This helps you have a picture of what you own, and how much space will be required for all of them. After that, separate them into two piles for every room: one pile of objects being moved, and another for things that are being thrown out, sold or donated. The next thing to do is to split the pile of unwanted knickknacks into several sections further.

These sections should be for stuff that is being donated, sold, or discarded. Make sure that these things are placed away from everything else so that they do not end up getting mixed up in other boxes. After that, get cartons and place the items in, remembering to label what each contains which makes it easier for anyone handling the boxes to know where to put them. Go through the above steps again, to confirm that all items are where they are supposed to be, and nothing is misplaced. If you are not sure about an object, then it is best not to carry it.

When it comes to foodstuffs, you should donate them to a non-profit organization or a children’s home in your area instead of throwing away good food. One such organization is Move for Hunger, which collects unopened non-perishable foodstuffs and gives it to folk in need.

At the end, when all goods have been sorted and organized, the next step is to take them to where they are supposed to be which is a sale, a recycling plant, or the trash. Organize a yard sale for the items being auctioned, and make some extra cash while at it.

We recommend you to read “Things To Have Ready Before The Movers Reach” and “Three Ways To Keep Things Clean During A Relocation”.