Relocations can be fun and exciting, but at the same time overwhelming. As soon as you arrive at your new home in Queens, rest is what you need. Maybe you want to take a shower, go straight to bed, or change clothes. You have to look through the boxes and find clean clothes, toilet paper, or shampoo. You cannot find it immediately because everything is packed and taped. To avoid this stressful situation, and to help you out when you relocate safely, always prepare an essentials bag. Ben Hur Moving & Storage NYC is here with you to show you how to prepare your essentials bag and stay organized. Whether it is a short or long-distance move, this is one of your top priorities when it comes to reducing your stress when moving. So here are some tips for you.
What is an essentials bag?
An essentials bag is a bag or box that you will open on your first night when you arrive in Queens. It is the most important bag and you will have to pack it carefully. You don’t want to open each box you have sealed and look for something you need right away. This will create chaos and mess and you want to avoid it. Probably, a lot of items will be stored in a storage facility NYC offered you, so this bag is crucial. The items put in an essentials bag are the ones you will use daily until you unpack and settle in your new house. Don’t overload it and overpack with unnecessary items. Organize your move, and think about the time when are you going to unpack when you get there. According to your plan, pack your bag, and you will not experience any discomfort.
Important documents and papers
It doesn’t matter where you are relocating, you need to carry your documents with you. This can include various papers such as:
- passport and ID card for every family member if applicable,
- bank cards (credit and debit cards),
- utility documents,
- your lease/rent agreement,
- tax forms.
Money is obligatory, but we will mention it just in case. Depending on where you are moving, you need to make a plan and figure out if you need any additional papers. You never know if you will need a paper when setting your new utilities or signing a new lease. Keep these documents and papers in your essentials bag. If you are traveling with children or pets, make sure to pack their documents as well (doctor’s prescription, school documents, etc). You will always have them by your side and you won’t lose them.
Pack necessary electronics and keys
Nowadays, we don’t go anywhere without our smart phones or Ipads. Electronics are essential and consider what items do you need right away. Maybe you will need them for your work, online classes, or simple entertainment. You can’t just put them all in your bag. For your large devices and appliances, you may use services of moving and storage Queens has and store them for a while. Make priorities and of course, pack their chargers as well. You don’t want to open your boxes and look for your phone charger right away. You can store them in their own bags or between clothes, so you don’t damage them. Of course, you always carry your keys but double-check if all the keys are there. You don’t want to go back to your old house and look for them. This will be time and energy-consuming.
Personal care products and medications
Personal care items are essential to have for the first few nights. Maybe you will not unpack right away when you arrive in Queens. It is normal to rest and have a shower after a long journey. You don’t know where the stores are and you simply don’t have the energy. You should include the following:
- toothbrush and toothpaste,
- hairbrush and a comb,
- shampoo, body wash, and soap,
- deodorants,
- if you have children or a baby pack their personal items such as baby products, bottles, formula, etc.
If you use any medications, talk to your doctor and get prescriptions for the time being. Sometimes, you will not have the access to get them in Queens. Make it your first priority when you prepare an essentials bag.
Bedroom essentials for a few nights
If your new house is not filled with furniture yet, or your bed is not ready, you will have to use an air mattress. Your local movers Queens NY will deliver your furniture later on and you will arrange everything. In the meantime, sleep and a good rest is what you need after your relocation. You will have to bring a set of bedding for you and your family (blankets, pillowcases, sheets, etc.). If you have toddlers or children, make sure to pack their sleeping bedding, mat, or toys. Sometimes children get scared of the dark, so a night lamp can be useful since they will be sleeping in a new empty house.
Prepare a bag for every member of your family
Before you start to prepare an essentials bag for your Queens relocation, make a plan. Every member of your family needs to have their own bag, in order to avoid confusion and mess. Then you can give it to every family member to check it later on and see if anything is missing. The items in every bag may vary, that is why you need to separate them and make detailed plans for everyone. Communication is essential when relocation, so including everyone can be beneficial. Your children will love to help and be part of this journey. This will aid you a lot and you will have a smooth relocation to Queens.