When it's said that moving home is one of the most stressful events of anyone's life, it isn't necessary to have a large house or family for this to be the case. Moving home can be just as stressful for students as it can for anyone else. As such it can also help to take steps to lessen the stress of such a student move.
One way to do this is simply to be fully prepared for your moving day. It can be very tempting to leave things until the last minute, but the sooner you start organising what items you're taking with you and the transport you need the better. The first thing you should do is make a list of everything you're going to take. When hiring a man and van, this allows you to let the company know just how much stuff you're taking and they should then know what suitable size of van you'll need. This, in turn, can save you money because you only pay for a van that's big enough for your needs and no more.
Making a list of everything you're taking also helps because, after your move, you can make a check against this list and make sure nothing is missing.
The removal men, if they're truly professional, should know how to load your belongings into a van but you can arrange your items beforehand in such a way that when the removal men do arrive, it's easier for them to see immediately what's being taken. By making their job a little easier, it can also help you financially if you're paying by the hour because the quicker they can do their job, the less you pay.
Likewise, in general, the more organised you are, the less stressed you'll feel. Your preparations should begin from the moment you know you're moving. Knowing what you're taking means you can make arrangements for everything you're not taking. This may be giving your spare books and clothes etc. to a charity shop. It could be letting friends know they can have any other personal belongings you don't need.
By acting quickly, you could also sell some items online before your moving day.
Another reason it's beneficial to plan well in advance is it gives you more time to shop around for the best removal company. It may be you have need for a large removal truck but often it might only be necessary to hire a professional man with a van. By knowing exactly what you want when you phone up, you're more likely to get a good price. In contrast, if you phone up a man with van and are vague about what you want or need because you don't even know yourself, you may end up with a service you don't need.
The ideal scenario is that when the van and man turns up at your door on moving day, you know exactly what needs to be done and have everything planned out so well, you know you're going to have a good moving day. You may not be travelling far, you may not have many belongings to move but nevertheless, make it the best day you can. Also, don't be afraid to admit to anyone how stressful you feel moving is, if that is indeed what you feel. Friends and family may have good advice for you which is based on their own past experiences. In all likelihood however, by choosing the right removal firm, by being prepared and organised, you should have the trouble-free moving day you want to have.
