Moving, Packing & Unpacking

Selling your home and moving can feel like a monumental task, but with San Diego House Heroes, it doesn’t have to be. We’re not just here to help you sell your home—we’re here to make your entire transition as smooth and stress-free as possible. 

While you’re certainly free to use your own movers, from packing to moving and even unpacking, we handle the details so you can focus on your next chapter.

At San Diego House Heroes, we know that moving is more than just a logistical challenge—it’s a major life event. That’s why we offer comprehensive moving services as part of our commitment to making your home-selling experience seamless. Whether it’s carefully packing your belongings, coordinating the move, or unpacking in your new space, we’ve got you covered.

Professional Packing Services:

Our team coordinates experienced packers to carefully prepare your belongings for transport. From fragile items to bulky furniture, everything is packed securely for safe delivery.

• Moving Coordination:
  We handle all logistics, working with trusted movers to ensure your belongings are transported efficiently and with care.
• Unpacking Assistance:
  Once you’re in your new home or space, we arrange unpacking services to help you settle in quickly. From organizing furniture to unpacking boxes, we make sure you feel at home from day one.
• Temporary Storage Solutions:
  Need to store your belongings during the transition? We offer access to secure, climate-controlled storage facilities to keep your items safe until you’re ready for them.

Moving is often one of the most stressful aspects of selling a home, especially when balancing it with renovations, staging, and the sale process. And while you don’t have to use us for your move, San Diego House Heroes believes you shouldn’t have to navigate these challenges alone. By handling the moving process for you, we can save you time, energy, and the stress of managing multiple vendors and timelines.

What Sets Us Apart:

1. Expert Handling: Our trusted partners are experienced professionals who ensure every detail is taken care of, from start to finish.
2. Time Savings: Packing and moving can take days or even weeks on your own. With our help, the process is quick, efficient, and hassle-free.
3. Peace of Mind: Whether you’re transitioning to a new home or temporarily relocating during renovations, we ensure your belongings are handled with care.

San Diego House Heroes specializes in creating stress-free home-selling experiences. By combining our expertise in real estate with professional moving services, we offer a one-stop solution that simplifies every aspect of your transition.

• Maximized Value: As part of our home-selling strategy, we take care of all the details—including moving—so your property is market-ready and positioned for the highest possible sale price.
• Flexible Solutions: Whether you’re moving locally or need temporary storage during renovations, we tailor our services to meet your unique needs.
• Unmatched Convenience: With us, you don’t have to worry about finding movers, packing supplies, or coordinating schedules. We handle it all.

When you work with San Diego House Heroes, moving is no longer a burden. Our full-service approach ensures that your belongings are packed, moved, and unpacked with care, allowing you to focus on what’s most important: starting fresh in your new home.

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO USE SAN DIEGO HOUSE HEROES FOR YOUR MOVE IF YOU DON’T WANT TO!

Here is a checklist to use as a resource:

8 Weeks Before Moving

• Sort & Declutter
  • Go room by room to decide what to keep, donate, sell, or discard.
  • Start organizing important documents, sentimental items, and valuables.
• Create a Moving Binder
  • Keep track of moving estimates, receipts, and essential documents.
• Research Moving Companies
  • Get quotes from reputable movers or arrange a DIY moving plan if applicable.
  • If working with San Diego House Heroes, confirm your moving schedule with us.

6 Weeks Before Moving

• Start Packing Non-Essentials
  • Pack items you don’t use daily, like seasonal clothing, books, or decor.
  • Label each box with its contents and the destination room.
• Plan for Special Items
  • Make arrangements for fragile, valuable, or oversized items (e.g., pianos, art).
• Notify Service Providers
  • Schedule utility shutoffs for your current home and activate them for your new one.
  • Update your address with USPS, banks, insurance providers, and subscription services.

4 Weeks Before Moving

• Confirm Logistics
  • Finalize moving dates and confirm with your moving company or San Diego House Heroes.
  • Arrange childcare or pet care for moving day, if needed.
• Gather Supplies
  • Stock up on packing materials like boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and markers.
• Prepare an Essentials Box
  • Pack a box with items you’ll need immediately upon arrival (toiletries, chargers, snacks).

2 Weeks Before Moving

• Deep Clean
  • Clean areas of your home you don’t use daily, such as closets, basements, and garages.
  • Donate unwanted items or schedule a pickup for charitable organizations.
• Plan Meals
  • Use up perishable items in your refrigerator and pantry.
  • Avoid buying new groceries that won’t be consumed before the move.
• Take Measurements
  • Ensure large furniture will fit through doorways or into your new space.

1 Week Before Moving

• Finish Packing
  • Pack all remaining items except for your essentials box.
  • Clearly label all boxes to make unpacking easier.
• Defrost and Clean Appliances
  • Unplug and defrost your refrigerator and freezer.
  • Clean appliances like your stove, dishwasher, and microwave.
• Confirm Moving Day Plans
  • Reconfirm all moving day logistics, including arrival times and contact information.

Moving Day

• Final Walkthrough
  • Check all rooms, closets, and cabinets to ensure nothing is left behind.
  • Turn off lights, lock windows and doors, and leave keys as agreed.
• Protect Your Floors
  • If you’re moving items yourself, lay down mats or coverings to prevent damage.
• Communicate with Movers
  • Be available to guide movers on specific instructions or preferences.
• Take Photos of the Empty Home
  • Document the condition of the property for your records.

Whether we help you with your move or not, we are here to make this the easiest and most seamless real estate transaction you’ve ever had, so let us know how we can help.