Keep these 6 moving day essentials accessible. Documents, medications, chargers, and more you will need right away.
Your November moving day is coming up, and it's going to be hectic. The last thing you need during a fall move in Miami is to realize something critical is buried in a box on the truck. These items should stay with you, accessible and ready when you need them.
1. Important Documents
Passports, IDs, birth certificates, and lease/closing papers should stay on your person or in your personal vehicle, never in a moving box.
2. Medications and First Aid
Current prescriptions, over-the-counter essentials, and any medical devices you might need in the next 24 hours stay with you. In Miami's heat, also pack sunscreen and insect repellent, especially if you're moving during summer months or near areas like Coral Gables or Coconut Grove with lots of greenery.
3. Phone Chargers and Power Banks
Dead phones on moving day mean missed calls from movers, utility companies, and anyone trying to help coordinate.
4. Basic Toolkit
A screwdriver set, pliers, box cutter, and hammer cover last-minute needs at both locations. You'll use these more than you expect.
5. Cleaning Supplies
Paper towels, all-purpose cleaner, and trash bags help with quick clean-ups during the transition at both old and new locations. Miami's humidity can leave dust and grime that builds up quickly, so a quick wipe-down before unloading furniture is always a good idea.
6. First-Night Box
Toiletries, towels, bedding, change of clothes, and anything you'll need to sleep comfortably night one without unpacking everything. If you're moving in summer, include a portable fan since Miami apartments can take time to cool down, especially in high-rises in Brickell or Downtown.
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