After a long day spent working with residential movers to bring all of the belongings into a new home, the last thing most people want to do is search though dozens of boxes. But, you will need supplies to get through the first night. Here’s how to pack an “open first” box to avoid this struggle.
“Open First” Box Basics
An “open first” box is simply one box (or more) packed with the essentials. These are what’s most needed when moving into a new space. By keeping the most important and time-sensitive belongings in one place, you can avoid the hassle of having to search for everything you need right after moving. You can categorize all of the items in the first box you open should fall into. These are 1) items needed to get through the night, and 2) items needed to continue unpacking.
Items Needed to Get Through the First Night(s)
An “open first” box should contain everything needed for comfort, hygiene, and sleeping for your first night. We recommend a towel and soap for bathing. You should also bring chargers and personal electronics for some well-deserved downtime. You’ll need plates, cups, and utensils for the first meal in your new home, especially if kitchen tools are being kept in storage. Finally, pack any bedroom essentials such as sheets, pillows, and blankets to get a good night’s rest after moving.
Items Needed to Continue Unpacking
The first box you open should also include any essentials needed to make the unpacking process efficient and fast. Consider including things like cleaning and sanitizing supplies. You can include practical tools such as screwdrivers, box cutters, and hammers, just in case anything in your new home needs fixing or adjusting. A first aid kit, including bandages and painkillers, can also be a life-saver in case of minor illnesses, pains, or injuries.
Enlist a Team of Professionals
When it comes to moving, being prepared is everything. The professional movers at Lee Moving & Storage, Inc. are prepared to help you move across town here in New Orleans, to a different part of the state, and, since we’re an Atlas Van Lines partner, even across the nation. We know moving can be a stressful time, but it doesn’t have to be. For more information, contact us today for a free moving quote!