Student Removalists Sydney

Essential Tips For A Successful Student Move

While leaving things to the last minute might sound like a good idea, it really isn’t when you need to relocate to a new place for university or college. Our removalists in Sydney have put together some must-read tips for students to make your moving process stress-free and a breeze.

• Consider Using A Moving Checklist: It helps to stay well-organised right from the get-go. Why not try using our moving checklist to help you get the job done? Not only does it help you keep track of everything you need to do beforehand, but reminds you of all the tasks to complete in chronological order. It’s a great tool and ensures that nothing is overlooked during the moving process. We provide a free moving checklist which can be downloaded.
• Start Planning Early: In our own experience, the earlier you start planning, the smoother your journey to your new place is likely to be. Start by deciding when moving day is and allocate yourself enough time to plan for essential tasks such as packing, booking a removal firm, and other important things. Remember, earlier planning gives you more time to handle any unexpected issues that could arise, which helps lower stress levels and avoid last-minute moves.
• Use Moving As An Opportunity To Declutter: Moving is an excellent opportunity to de-clutter. Use your time wisely before an upcoming move and consider going through your belongings to decide whether you keep them, donate them or simply get rid of them completely. This not only reduces the amount unnecessary items you need to transport, but also creates space for new things in the future. Remember, as a rule of thumb; the less you have to pack, the quicker (and cheaper) your move will likely be!
• Store Important Documents In A Safe Place: In the chaos of an upcoming move, it can be so easy to misplace or lose important documents. Important items like passports, driving licences, academic records or anything else of value should be given special attention. For this reason, we highly recommend that before packing all other items, put all essential documents into a secure folder (preferably all in the same one) and place it somewhere that’s easily accessible. Also, on moving day, we suggest keeping these documents with you during the move so you don’t lose them.
• Don’t Leave Packing Till The Last Minute!: Packing is one of the most time-consuming aspects of a move and can be a real headache as it requires patience, organisation and above all else, careful attention to detail. Depending on the number of belongings you own, it can take hours. To avoid last-minute stress, start packing well in advance. Also, it helps to label everything so once you arrive at your new location you know where everything is.
• Inform Your University and Family Of The Change Of Your Address: Effective communication is essential so that people can continue to reach you after a move. Remember to let your college or university, family and friends know about your new address. This will ensure everyone can stay in touch with you and prevent vital communication from being lost. The moving checklists we recommended above will give you a handy list of organisations and individuals you need to inform.

Key Takeaway

Moving as a student doesn’t have to be chaotic: Through careful planning, a bit of organising and common sense (as well as these tips),  can make any move a success!