As moving season approaches, many homeowners and renters start thinking about when to start packing, scheduling movers, and organizing logistics. One step that many people often miss, but that can help a lot, is beginning the decluttering process before the busy season starts. Decluttering early helps reduce moving costs, saves time, and makes the entire process less stressful—especially if you start early.

At MVM Moving & Storage, we see how much smoother moves go when clients take time to sort through their belongings ahead of time. If you are planning to move soon or just want to be ready, here are some practical steps. These tips will help you get organized before moving season arrives.

Step 1: Start with Unused and Unwanted Items

Begin by identifying items you no longer use or need. Clothes you haven’t worn in years, outdated electronics, and unused kitchen gadgets are good places to start. If something hasn’t served a purpose recently, it may not be worth moving to your next home.

Step 2: Tackle One Room at a Time

Decluttering can feel overwhelming if you try to do everything at once. Focus on one room or area at a time, such as closets, storage rooms, or the garage. Breaking the process into smaller tasks helps you stay organized and make steady progress without added stress.

Step 3: Sort Items into Clear Categories

Create simple categories like keep, donate, sell, and discard. This makes decision-making easier and keeps clutter from piling up elsewhere in the home. Items in good condition can often be donated or sold, while broken or outdated items can be responsibly discarded.

Step 4: Reduce Bulky and Heavy Items

Large furniture, old mattresses, and oversized items can significantly increase moving time and costs. Consider whether these pieces fit your next space or if replacing them later makes more sense. Trimming down bulky items now can make your move more efficient.

Step 5: Digitize Paper and Media

Paper files, books, and physical media add weight and clutter. Scan important documents and store them digitally when possible. Reducing paper clutter not only saves space but also makes organizing your new home easier.

Step 6: Set Aside Items You Won’t Move

Once you’ve decided what’s staying behind, move those items out of the way or schedule donation drop-offs in advance. This prevents last-minute confusion and keeps packing focused only on what’s actually going with you.

Trimming Down Makes Moving Easier

Decluttering before moving season helps you stay organized, reduce moving costs, and start fresh in your new space. When you are ready to move, MVM Moving & Storage is here to help. We make your move smooth, efficient, and stress-free, no matter how busy it gets.