When people think about a relocation, the imagine disarray, confusion and a whole lot of mess and dirt. That does not have to be the case since good preparations and cleaning up a little before getting into the new home can make the process, and the transition goes a lot smoother. Below are some tips by movers Toronto to ensure that there is little to no mess during the relocation.

1. Be extra careful while transporting liquids

Mishaps can easily happen when ferrying liquids and any loose objects. These could be anything from laundry detergents, liquid soap to foodstuffs like flour, sugar, ketchup and cooking oil. When these things spill, they might cause a mess and get all over the other stuff, as well as stain a couple of them. The good thing is that there are a couple of ways one can ensure that they do not leak. These are:

• Tapping half-empty soaps or detergents and getting them into a single container or bottle
• Ensuring that all the lids are securely sealed. One can add in duct tape around them for additional fortification
• Packing loose items like powders inside zip-lock bags so that they are not carried away by the wind and end up settling all over the other items
• Cover the holes on salt shakers with masking tape
• Poring liquids and throwing away any unneeded glass bottles so that they do not break and leave the pieces everywhere
• Throwing away or donating foodstuffs that are not needed anymore

2. Take added precaution when handling fragile things such as glassware

Be it a special bottle of wine, or a glass family heirloom that has been passed through the generations; it is important that you take added precaution when getting your fragile objects ready for a move.

• When it comes to bottles, get wine boxes that are fitted with hands so that they are easy to carry. Wrap them in newspapers and bubble wrap and ensure that the spaces in between them are filled when putting them in the container
• Tape mirrors with masking tape in a crisscross pattern just in case it shatters. Cover it with packing paper and then add tape to hold it in place
• Glass tabletops and lamps should first have the glasses detached from their bases if it is possible, then wrapped in padded blankets
• China, stemware, and chandeliers should be wrapped separately and then covered with bubble wrap for more protection. Put them in a box and fill the spaces so that they do not move around and bump into each other

3. Wash the new home to make it ready for when your belongings arrive

The same way getting the old house cleaned and ready for the next person is recommended, so is washing the new abode before your local or long distance movers get there. It will turn out to be quite helpful, and a good thing to clean the floors and vacuum the carpets before everything gets there and takes up all the room, making it hard to clean. Also, check that sinks and bathrooms are cleaned as well so that your family can have a place to freshen up from. Go through the kitchen and wash the oven and fridge as well so that you can be able to store food in a clean environment.

We recommend you to read “Greatest Housewarming Presents” and “Things To Have Ready Before The Haulers Reach“.