Last-minute decluttering tips before packing for a move

Decluttering before a move can be a drag, especially if you have a lot of belongings to go through. However, if you don’t declutter before packing you will constantly pump into things you don’t need, or simply won’t bring with you. So, to help with this, we have put together a list of last-minute decluttering tips before packing for a move.

Declutter room by room

Decluttering should be done the same way as packing: room by room, and thoroughly. Of course, if you are decluttering just before packing, you likely won’t have that much time to be thorough. So, going room by room will save you the time you would otherwise spend wondering which places you already sorted through. So, start in your bedroom, and go room by room from there. This can also help you create a home inventory list. By decluttering, you will know exactly what you will bring with you, so just add items to your home inventory as you go.

Clean out the fridge

Perishables should never be packed for a move. SO, up next on the list of last-minute decluttering tips is cleaning out your fridge. Either plan to use things which are about to expire quickly or simply throw them out. Also, it is a good idea to get rid of everything which spoils quickly.

Have a storage solution ready

Realistically, this should be done ahead of time. Renting out a storage unit to put all of your clutter in before you pack for the move is a great choice. This way, if you plan on keeping the items cluttering your home, you can simple transfer them from the storage unit to your new home easily. This is important because you will likely want to keep some of your clutter for sentimental reasons. But, you should know which qualities to look for in a storage unit.

Prioritize

When decluttering, you want to be as effective as possible. As such, next of our last-minute decluttering tips is prioritizing least useful items. For example, if you have clothes or items which are useful only seasonally, such as summer clothes and so on, they should be the first things that get put away. From there on, you should prioritize decluttering items from least to most useful.

Don’t be too sentimental

We understand that some items hold too much sentimental value to just be thrown away. But, when you are forced to declutter at the last-minute, being too sentimental is a bad thing. Of course, if you opt to rent out a storage unit, you won’t be getting rid of these items. This is the best choice, because you don’t have to worry about sentimentality at all. And, keeping these belongings can help make your new place feel like a home after you move in.

Closing thoughts

Last-minute decluttering before packing can be a headache. But, if you know how to prioritize and organize your time, it can even be an enjoyable experience. We hope you found this list of last-minute decluttering tips before packing for a move helpful.