{"id":11327,"date":"2022-04-28T03:17:08","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T03:17:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/?p=11327"},"modified":"2022-04-28T03:17:08","modified_gmt":"2022-04-28T03:17:08","slug":"moving-essentials-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/moving-essentials-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving Essentials Box- Your Key to an Easier Move"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">Moving Essentials Box &#8211; Your Key to an Easier Move<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Moving Day has so many moving parts. It can be pretty stressful. However, you can outmaneuver the initial chaos to enjoy your new start if you plan ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine finally arriving at the new place. Everyone is excited, irritable, and nervous \u2013 that is an explosive mix.<\/p>\n<p>What is the first thing everyone does?<\/p>\n<p>They rush.<\/p>\n<p>Everyone rushes to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use the bathroom<\/li>\n<li>Get out of the car<\/li>\n<li>Get a drink<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most importantly, everyone wants to rush to get the job of moving done while everyone still has the energy.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">Box #1 Set the Tone<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before anyone starts doing anything, set the tone and establish order before the chaos erupts.<\/p>\n<h4>How do you do that?<\/h4>\n<p>Manage which box comes in first.<\/p>\n<p>The first box to come into your new home should be your moving essentials box.<\/p>\n<p>This box carries the answers to everyone\u2019s first question:\u00a0 \u201cwhere is _____ (blank)?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It is as if the act of walking through the door magically opens everyone\u2019s box of questions, and the \u201cwhere\u201d question pops out first.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Where is the toilet paper?<\/li>\n<li>Where is a cup?<\/li>\n<li>Where are the scissors?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The \u201cWhere\u201d question is quickly followed by \u201cwhat do you want me to do?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If left unanswered, everyone will try to answer it for themselves. That brings utter chaos.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of giving in to the chaos, put your Moving Day essentials box on the counter and begin unpacking it.<\/p>\n<p>The first things to unpack are the toilet paper, the moving task list, and the tape. Handoff the toilet paper and post the task list on the fridge.<\/p>\n<p>While everyone is staring at the task list for their specific duties, continue to unpack your moving day essentials box.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">What is a Moving Essentials Box? \u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Moving Day essentials box is the first box you bring into your new home. It has the first set of supplies you will need to get your home up and running.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-11193\" src=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Woman-holding-toilet-paper-approaching-a-toilet-800x600-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"have toilet paper ready for the new place on moving day\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Woman-holding-toilet-paper-approaching-a-toilet-800x600-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Woman-holding-toilet-paper-approaching-a-toilet-800x600-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Woman-holding-toilet-paper-approaching-a-toilet-800x600-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Generally speaking, your moving essentials box will have most of the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Moving Day task list \u2013 Post on the fridge door<\/li>\n<li>Toilet Paper<\/li>\n<li>Tape<\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<li>Pencil, Pen &amp; Clipboard for your notes &amp; move-in inspection paperwork<\/li>\n<li>Coffee Station supplies (coffee pot, coffee, mugs &amp; spoon &amp; flavorings, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Paper plates &amp; disposal silverware<\/li>\n<li>Trash bags<\/li>\n<li>Basic Tool kit (hammer, screwdrivers, picture hanging kit, tape measure, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Pet bowls<\/li>\n<li>Any medications that taken on a schedule<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">When To Pack Your Moving Essentials Box?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Designate the box as your essentials box when you first start packing. Keep this box in a specific plane and keep your packing and unpacking essentials:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Everything else gets packed up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-11189\" src=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/LIttle-boy-loading-his-suitcase-800-x-600-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Little boy loading his suitcase on moving day\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/LIttle-boy-loading-his-suitcase-800-x-600-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/LIttle-boy-loading-his-suitcase-800-x-600-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/LIttle-boy-loading-his-suitcase-800-x-600.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Since this box is your go-to box during the packing phase of your move, expect the contents to be in constant motion.<\/p>\n<p>The packing process is messy. Don\u2019t be surprised if your essentials box is too.<\/p>\n<p>When everything is out of the house, grab this box and catalog its contents. If you are missing any essential items like toilet paper, cups, or tape, stop by the grocery store and pick them up on your way to the new place.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">Where Does It Go During the Move?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Keep your essentials box handy.<\/p>\n<p>Unless your other half is your co-pilot, we at <a href=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/\">Coast Junk Removal<\/a> suggest that you put it in the front seat with you. This placement also prevents arguments over who gets to ride shotgun.<\/p>\n<p>By being accessible, you can respond to your family\u2019s needs faster with less stress.<\/p>\n<p>No one can eliminate all of the stress of such a multifaceted project like moving. But with a bit of planning, you can keep the chaos down to a dull roar.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-9898\" src=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/master-picsqoute-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"junk removal quote\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/master-picsqoute-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/master-picsqoute-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/master-picsqoute.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Coast Junk Removal is here to help you. We offer <a href=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/residential-junk-removal-services\/\">several options<\/a> to make your next move easier.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/junk-removal-quote\/\">Call us<\/a> today at (209) 770-7448 to schedule your <a href=\"https:\/\/coastjunkremoval.com\/contact\/\">appointment<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving Essentials Box &#8211; Your Key to an Easier Move Moving Day has so many moving parts. It can be pretty stressful. However, you can outmaneuver the initial chaos to enjoy your new start if you plan ahead. Imagine finally arriving at the new place. Everyone is excited, irritable, and nervous \u2013 that is an [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":11328,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"%%post_title%%-2022 | %%sitetitle%%","_seopress_titles_desc":"Your Moving Essentials box is the first box you bring into your new home. It has the first set of supplies you will need to get your home up and running. 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