{"id":1623,"date":"2026-04-28T15:29:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T20:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/blog\/?p=1623"},"modified":"2026-04-28T16:27:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T21:27:53","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-moving-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-moving-day\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for Moving Day: Pro Tips from Move-tastic! Crew Leaders"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What better way to help our customers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/how-to-prepare-for-moving-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prepare for moving day<\/a> than to offer truly expert tips from a couple of Chicago\u2019s favorite movers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We consulted with two of the greatest move crew leaders this side of the Mississippi to bring you some professional advice on how to have a smooth and wallet-friendly move:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Tyler, a member of the Move-tastic! Team since 2023. He doesn\u2019t only boast a c-class driver\u2019s license. He\u2019s also won multiple MOM (Mover of the Month) and DAD (Dope Ass Driver) awards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alex, who joined the team in 2024 (on his girlfriend\u2019s birthday, no less!). He broke company records with how quickly he rose from rookie mover to full-fledged crew leader, but don\u2019t worry\u2014the only thing he\u2019ll break on a move is a sweat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to learn from these experienced pros? Let\u2019s dive into their tips so you can prepare for moving day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Be as Packed as<\/strong> <strong>Possible\u2026But Don\u2019t Sweat the Small Stuff<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the absolute best ways to prepare for moving day is to have everything boxed up and ready to be carried to the truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn\u2019t matter if you brought in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/chicago-packing-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">professional packing service<\/a> or wrapped and boxed everything up on your own. The better packed your home is before the move crew arrives, the more quickly your move will go. And since your final bill will depend largely on the hours worked, a quicker move is a less expensive one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there will inevitably be a few things that just can\u2019t be packed before your move day. Tyler and Alex weighed in on some preparation tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>Put the right stuff in the right boxes.<\/em><\/strong> If you&#8217;re packing on your own, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/blog\/10-genius-packing-tips-for-moving\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">learn to pack like a pro<\/a> and don\u2019t overload your boxes. If anything inside is fragile, label the box as such. Keep in mind, though, that fragile items can\u2019t go on the bottom of a stack of boxes inside the truck, and heavy items can\u2019t go on the top of a stack. Try to avoid a heavy box of fragile items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Disassemble what you\u2019re comfortable disassembling.<\/em><\/strong> If you have furniture like tables or shelves that are easy for you to take apart, do it before your crew arrives. We\u2019re happy to disassemble for you, but it\u2019ll add a little time to your move.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Take some small items in your personal vehicle.<\/em><\/strong> Plan to bring items like your laptop, jewelry, and plants to your new home in your own car. This way, they don\u2019t necessarily have to be boxed up and put on the truck, and you won\u2019t have to start unpacking right away to find them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Crew leaders like Tyler and Alex completely understand that there are some items that just can\u2019t be packed. Children\u2019s bicycles and cushions for patio furniture are just a couple of examples. We can certainly protect and transport these items for you, but it\u2019ll take an extra trip or two between your home and the moving truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make Sure Everyone is on the Same Page as You Prepare for Moving Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@soonhanrani28\/why-is-moving-houses-one-of-the-most-stressful-life-events-6bb8af6805a9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moving can be stressful<\/a>, so it\u2019s common for people to have friends or family members with them during their move. These buddies provide great support (and maybe even bring coffee and donuts to the move). Just make sure that everyone has the basic information about your relocation, such as items that might require special handling, boxes you\u2019re going to take in your own car instead of the moving truck, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Questions always pop up during a relocation. Crew leaders like Tyler and Alex will ask these questions to make sure they can perform the move swiftly and efficiently. If your on-site support team provides the wrong answers, there could be confusion, frustration, or worse: a longer and more expensive move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you prepare for moving day, give anyone who\u2019ll be there with you some key details. It\u2019s also a great idea to identify yourself as the movers\u2019 go-to so they\u2019re only asking questions or confirming details with the person who\u2019s in charge. As a third option, you can have your friends or family with you and the move crew leader as you perform the walkthroughs, which are built-in opportunities to get everyone on the same page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get to Know the Moving Day Process<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you get further along in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/blog\/how-long-does-the-moving-process-take\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving process<\/a>, you\u2019ll want to understand what to expect when the big day finally arrives. Tyler and Alex provided this helpful breakdown of what generally happens on move day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\">\n<li>The crew leader will call you before departing our facility with an estimated time of arrival to your home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When the crew hits the road, you\u2019ll receive a link to track our moving truck en route.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upon arrival, the crew leader will ask you to lead a walkthrough of each room of your home to review the boxes, furniture, and other items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The crew loads up the moving truck. Before they drive to your new home, they\u2019ll perform another walkthrough with you to make sure nothing was missed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you and the move crew get to your new place, you\u2019ll walk through each room together. This is a great opportunity for you to provide details like which is the primary bedroom versus the kids\u2019 bedroom, where your large sofa will go, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The crew unloads the moving truck into your new home. Once everything is inside, you\u2019ll do a final walkthrough to confirm that everything is in the right room and there\u2019s no garbage like shrink wrap or tape lying around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll be asked to review, approve, and pay the final bill.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Four walkthroughs might seem excessive, but trust the experts like Tyler and Alex. The walkthroughs go quickly, and each one allows you and the crew to ask key questions that\u2019ll help your move go smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understand the Factors That Could Affect Your Move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when you work hard to prepare for moving day, there are a few factors that could cause your move to go a little longer\u2026and unfortunately, they\u2019re completely out of your control and ours. Alex and Tyler emphasized a few in particular:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>Weather.<\/em><\/strong> We run the weather gamut here in Chicago. If rain or snow is forecasted on your move day, you can expect the move to take a little longer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Traffic.<\/em><\/strong> Drivers throughout Chicagoland don\u2019t only have to contend with rush hour traffic. There could be gridlock due to construction or street closures as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Truck-friendly route.<\/em><\/strong> You\u2019ll probably drive from your old home to your new place more quickly than your movers. We\u2019ll have to find a truck-friendly route that doesn\u2019t include Lake Shore Drive (trucks aren\u2019t allowed on that road) or low viaducts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Small or slow elevators.<\/em><\/strong> Some large condo and apartment buildings, especially in older neighborhoods, have small freight elevators that run very slowly. If you\u2019re on a high floor, the crew will need to wait for the elevator every trip to and from the truck.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that awesome crew leaders like Tyler and Alex know the Chicagoland Area inside and out. We know to look out for the low viaducts in Ravenswood, the tight turns in Bronzeville, and the parking challenges of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/blog\/tips-for-moving-to-the-west-loop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving to the West Loop<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, don\u2019t worry! Whatever area you\u2019re moving to and from, our outstanding team of crew leaders and movers will help you have the smooth move you deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let Chicago\u2019s Favorite Movers Help You Prepare for Moving Day and Enjoy a Great Moving Experience!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to stress out when you prepare for moving day. Just give us a call! We\u2019ve got the experienced movers, pro tips, and unmatched skills to help you pack and prep before heading to your new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.move-tastic.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tell us about your move<\/a> today and we\u2019ll get started on your custom estimate!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What better way to help our customers prepare for moving day than to offer truly expert tips from a couple of Chicago\u2019s favorite movers? 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