Spring is the perfect season for fresh starts-and if you’re planning a move in 2026, there’s no better time to declutter your home before packing begins. The less you move, the less you pay-and the easier your entire moving experience becomes.

At Good Move Movers, we always encourage customers to declutter before moving day. Here are the top 10 things you should do this spring to simplify your move.

Start With a Plan

Before diving into closets and cabinets, create a decluttering checklist. Go room by room and set realistic goals. Tackle one area at a time to avoid burnout.

Make a Checklist

1)  Before diving into closets and cabinets, create a decluttering checklist. Go room by room and set realistic goals. Tackle one area at a time to avoid burnout.

Sort Your Items Into Four Categories

2)  As you go through each space, sort items into four categories: keep, donate, sell, and discard.

If you haven’t used it in the past year. It may be time to let it go.

Closets Are Key

3)  Start with decluttering your closets first as they are often the most cluttered areas in a home. Remove everything and only put what you truly wear and love.

Spring is also the perfect time to donate winter coats, unused shoes, and clothing that no longer fits-and you know we all have some of that.

Kitchen Decluttering Tips

4)  Lighten up your kitchen because as we all know, kitchens tend to accumulate duplicates and unused gadgets. So, ask yourself: do I need three spatulas? When was the last time I used this appliance? Are these containers missing lids?

Reducing kitchen clutter significantly cuts packing time!

Garage Cleaning Tips

5)  Clearing out the garage )and storage spaces): Garages, basements, and sheds are major clutter zones before a move. You should dispose of old paint cans (check local disposal rules), broken tools, unused sports equipment, and expired chemicals.

Remember: Many moving companies cannot transport hazardous materials.

Digitize Important Documents

6)  Digitize Important Documents: Shred outdated paperwork and scan important documents. Store them securely in the cloud or on an external hard drive.

This reduces paper clutter and keeps important files safe during your move.

Host a Garage Sale

7)  Spring is prime garage sale season! Hosting a garage sale or selling online can get you some cash for those old things you don’t want to hang onto any longer. Selling unwanted items can help offset moving expenses.

You can also use online marketplaces like Facebook to sell furniture, décor, and electronics you no longer need.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/

Donate to Local Charities

8)  Consider donating to local charities: Gently used items can benefit others. Things like clothing, furniture, household goods, and toys are ALWAYS in demand!

Reduce Consumable Waste Before Moving

9)  Use up household supplies: Before moving, try to use up pantry food, cleaning products, toiletries, and frozen items.

This prevents waste and reduces the number of boxes to pack.

Schedule Your Move Early!

10)  Spring and summer are peak moving seasons in 2026. Booking early ensures availability and better scheduling flexibility.

Contact us for a NO OBLIGATION FREE MOVING QUOTE TODAY!

Or call 630-283-1930 to speak with a live moving expert!

About Good Move Movers

Based in Elmhurst, Illinois and serving the ENTIRE Chicagoland area, Good Move Movers has built an amazing reputation for reliability, care, and our customer-first approach.

We’ll make your next move a Good Move!!!