Long ago, when I was a youngster, I remember going to liquor stores to collect boxes for packing up before a move. I even packed up our apartment when my daughter was a baby—taping up boxes while she was in a Baby Bjorn! After those moves, I also unpacked and organized everything on my own.
Before my most recent move, though, I didn’t have time to pack since my team and I were busy with moving projects for our clients!
Is it any wonder that I understand what’s involved in the packing and unpacking process?
At Organize Me Inc., we love taking that burden off our clients’ shoulders. We make sure you’re fully prepared for the movers, provide all the supplies you’ll need, and leave your new home completely free of boxes. Our clients—growing families, busy professionals, empty nesters, and seniors—rely on us to make their moves smooth, efficient, and far less stressful.
What Are Packing and Unpacking Services?
If you’re planning a move, packing and unpacking support is worth considering. These services save you time and energy during a major life transition and make settling into your new home practically effortless.
Move management offers comprehensive support throughout a residential relocation. With professional help, your belongings are packed with care and organization, which makes the unpacking process smoother and more intuitive.
What to Expect from Packing Services
There are a few options for packing: hiring movers, doing it yourself, or choosing full-service support.
When you hire movers for packing, they typically pack what’s in front of them as quickly as possible. When you do it yourself, you might find it takes far more time than expected. With full-service packing, the move manager has a plan for where your possessions will go in the new home, and each box is clearly labeled and thoughtfully packed to support organized unpacking.
What to Expect from Unpacking Services
When movers handle unpacking, you can expect the boxes to be emptied and removed, but the contents are often placed on any available surface or inside cabinets with little to no organization.
When you unpack yourself, it may take much longer than you planned, and getting settled can feel overwhelming.
Full-service unpacking, includes efficiently placing every item into an organized system within your cabinets, drawers, closets, and storage furniture. We also remove all the empty boxes and packing materials and leave helpful Post-it notes to indicate where your items have been placed.
Benefits of Full-Service Packing and Unpacking
With full-service support, your move manager tailors a plan to your specific needs and timeline which helps reduce overwhelm and physical and emotional stress, while offering peace of mind during a major life transition.
Years ago, we were hired by a family moving from New York City to Texas. The children were heartbroken about leaving their friends and the city they loved. Their mom chose full-service moving support so she could spend quality time with them in the Hamptons while they visited friends and adjusted to the idea of moving. We packed up her home in New York and unpacked and organized her new home in Austin. At the end of the project, she told us we gave her the gift of time to focus on her children and their needs.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Packing and Unpacking Services
- Book early, especially during peak moving season (May through September).
- Communicate your priorities and timeline clearly with your move manager.
- Declutter before the packing begins.
- Provide a labeled floorplan of your new home.
- Identify preferences for item placement in advance.
- Consider purchasing valuation insurance coverage for high-value items.
- Label rooms with signs before movers arrive.
Start Fresh Without the Clutter
After working with hundreds of clients, we’ve seen many still living with unpacked boxes from previous moves—often unlabeled and a jumble of disorganized contents. The value of full-service packing and unpacking is undeniable. Knowing that each box is unpacked and every item has a place makes it possible to start a new chapter with clarity and peace of mind.
We encourage you to make your next move easier and more organized by choosing professional packing and unpacking support. Contact Organize Me Inc. if you’re planning to move!
