How to Organize a Furniture Inventory Before Moving: Complete Guide

Moving furniture, especially heavy goods, is an unnerving process. With proper planning and organization of a furniture inventory, moving can be transformed into a smooth and seamless experience. Whether you’re moving to a new home or upgrading your office, keeping a proper record of your furniture helps in efficient maintenance and moving. For streamlined furniture inventory maintenance, a step-by-step guide along with important tips is listed for your convenience. 

Detailed evaluation of the furniture

When you plan a move, the first step is to assess and evaluate the furniture items of your present home. Take a tour around the home and evaluate all the furniture. For an easy mapping of the furniture, ask yourself a few questions;

• Will this piece fit in my new home?
• Do I need this?
• Is this furniture item worth the hassle?

This step will help you get rid of the unnecessary items, declutter your home, and eventually, you’ll have lesser items to move. The next point to ponder is what to do with rejected items. Best options to deal with extra furniture are listed below.

• Donate
• Sell
• Recycle
• Replace 

Develop a detailed list

Once you’re left with the important items that you need to take with you, make a list. Grab a pen notebook or mobile phone and start noting down the names of the furniture goods. For a secure move, your inventory must include the names of the items, their description, furniture measurements, condition, and approximate value. If it’s feasible add pictures of the furniture in the inventory as well. 

• Description should include the color, size, and the material of the furniture.
• In the condition section of your inventory note down the apparent situation of the furniture, if there’s any scratch or dent carefully write it.
• When making the list, measure each furniture item and write its dimension. You can use these dimensions to ensure they fit in your new house. If they don’t fit, you can decide their fate by following the instructions provided in step 1.

This detailed inventory list will help you in the long run. By getting rid of the items that won’t fit in your new location, you can also save up on moving costs. In case of any loss or damage, it’ll be easier to claim insurance. You can also use this list when unloading your items. Match the items with the ist and if there will be any missing item you’ll know right away. If you’re availing storage solutions, keeping a detailed inventory is beneficial. It helps avoid any inconvenience or loss. No matter if you leave your items in storage for some days or months, you can always match the items with your list when moving. 

Categorize the items

Divide your furniture into categories for easier relocation. It is better to pack and label each room’s furniture separately. Label them and organize in the inventory as,

• Bedroom (label each bedroom separately with name of the room’s owner)
• Kitchen 
• Living room
• Drawing room

And in case of office relocation, label them with office numbers or the owner’s name. Label the furniture by using sticky notes or tags. This simple step makes recognition and unpacking a lot easier. Big furniture items like dining tables and beds need to be disassembled. When they are disassembled, make sure to carefully pack and label all the pieces. For easier access, keep the pieces of the same furniture closeby. It is necessary to pack small pieces like nuts and bolts.

List of special care items

Make a separate list of the items that need extra care. Some goods like fragile glass tables, antique wooden artifacts, and electronics integrated in the furniture require extra careful handling because of their fragile nature and sometimes their sentimental value. It is better to pack them separately with best quality materials to avoid any risk of damage.

Buy good quality packing materials

For a secure and seamless move, invest in good quality packing material. You can also opt for professional packing & unpacking services in Denver for efficient move. Buy items like bubble wrap, cartons, boxes, tapes, tags, and cardboard sheets. These items protect your furniture during transport. Boxes can be used to separately pack small items like tables and chairs.

Make use of technology

With recent technological advancements, moving has been digitized. Many moving apps are available to track and plan your move. You can keep a record of your furniture with the use of spreadsheets. Set reminders to check on the facilities and services. Also, book your packing and moving services online. Furniture inventory is not just recordkeeping, it makes your move seamless and hassle free. By the use of the right tools and techniques, you not only make your move smooth, but also regulate its security.

Hire professional movers

If you’re busy with your move or you find keeping an inventory overwhelming, you can hire professionals for this purpose. Moving companies in Denver are well-equipped with modern tools and techniques to ensure a seamless move. Make sure to share your inventory list with your movers as well. This will help you coordinate with the movers.

Discipled Movers

At Discipled Movers, we are dedicated to provide our clients with the best possible experience. Our services are carefully designed to cater to all your needs.  We provide a wide range of services like, packing and unpacking, local and long-distance moving, and warehouse storage. We are your trusted moving service providers in Denver, CO. Our team of trained and insured movers moves your furniture with care and attention. To answer all your queries, our customer service agents are at service 24/7. To experience the best quality moving in Denver and its surrounding areas, opt for professional services by Discipled Movers.

Noah Mwambay, our founder, has put his best capabilities like surmounting challenges and his knowledge of sales and operations to its best use by founding Discipled Movers. We are a portrayal of a genuinely disciplined team that works with honesty, effectiveness, and prioritizes their customers above all. Our aim is central to all the decisions we make and all the furniture transports we carry out. We guarantee that our service involves more than simply moving your goods – it ensures peace of mind.