It’s easy to fail to plan for a short-distance move, says Carmack Moving and Storage, but these tips can help thwart headaches down the road.

1. Staying Local? Don’t Go Lax on the Packing, says Carmack Moving and Storage
It’s easy to fail to plan for a short-distance move, says Carmack Moving and Storage, but these tips can
help thwart headaches down the road.
Don’t Kid Yourself
Carmack Moving and Storage says not to lull yourself into believing that the move isn’t going to require
effort. To the contrary, a short move is just as labor intensive as a cross county relocation. According to
Carmack Moving and Storage, it’s not uncommon for the moving truck to arrive only to find the client in
a state of panic, with expensive décor thrown in plastic bags in a last minute packing effort. The only
difference between a short move and a long move is the road in between, points out Carmack Moving
and Storage.
Pack for Vacation
No, moving isn’t going to be a vacation but Carmack Moving and Storage suggests packing for a short
trip anyway. Bags should contain enough personal items to sustain a few days “away” from home during
the transition phase of the move. Items to include are toothbrushes, medications, personal hygiene
necessities, and clothing, says Carmack Moving and Storage.
Sell it and Forget it
If you’ve been holding on to those ugly Christmas sweaters since 1992, now’s a good time to share the
Yuletide love with someone else. And, according to Carmack Moving and Storage, there is someone out
there who either really needs your old stuff or knows someone who does. A yard sale might be in order
a few weeks prior to packing. Carmack Moving and Storage suggests clearing out everything you
absolutely don’t need about a month pre-move. This is especially important if you are selling your home,
as clutter can create an image of a less valuable house, points out the team at Carmack Moving and
Storage. If you need a helping hand in that arena, Carmack Moving and Storage now offers home staging
services, which include storage of the items you do plan to take with you.
Contact Key Officials
Even if you are just moving a few streets away, Carmack Moving and Storage notes that you’ll still need
to advise the post office, schools, insurance providers, and county clerk’s offices of the relocation. If you
are a registered voter, you’ll need to update that information, too, since some offices are very location-
specific, such as Aldermen and State Representatives, reports Carmack Moving and Storage. As well, it’s
a good idea to inform your employer; they’ll have to update their employee tax records, adds Carmack
Moving and Storage.
Transfer Utilities
It’s easy to forget to switch the cable or water over in the midst of a move but if you are staying local, it
should be a fairly painless process, says Carmack Moving and Storage.

2. Keep the Kids Informed
It might be super exciting and even fun to dream of your new home but Carmack Moving and Storage
reminds parents that small children are especially prone to attachment. Even tiny babies are aware of
their surroundings. Carmack Moving and Storage believes that the kids should be informed about every
detail of the move, especially if they are moving away from the only home they’ve ever known.
According to Carmack Moving and Storage, it’s a good idea to visit your new home a few days before the
move, if possible. If you can, let the kids take a few personal belongings to their new room before they
get there, that way they will have something familiar waiting, suggests Carmack Moving and storage.
Ensure Animal Safety
Carmack Moving and Storage says that animals are sensitive to stress and moving will wreak havoc on
their nerves. Don’t let the dog get skittish when you are feeling frazzled. If the new home is fenced, let
them spend some time in the backyard while the movers are working. If not, Carmack Moving and
Storage suggests boarding them a local kennel for the day, so that you don’t have to worry about Fido
bolting out the front door. You don’t need the added trauma of losing a family member, stresses
Carmack Moving and Storage.
Carmack Moving and Storage first revved up its engines in 1985 when Robert Carmack bought a pick-up
truck and started straining his back helping his friends and neighbors move. He labored alone briefly but,
once word got out that there was a reliable mover in the area, Rob had to get some help. Today, many
of these initial employees are still with Carmack Moving and Storage, and they are still known as the go-
to guys (and gals) to get it done right. Carmack Moving and Storage offers packing, moving, storage,
and home staging. For more information, visit www.carmackmoving.com