Author: Jessica Brody
With everything there is to accomplish, the moving process can feel like a whirlwind, especially when you also have your pup to worry about. You’re running around trying to make sure everything is in place for moving day, but around every corner, you find something else that needs to be done. If you’re starting to wonder how any dog parent relocates with their sanity intact, it’s time to start looking for some outside help.
First, take a second to breathe. Then, take a look at your budget. Figure out what you’ll be getting from selling your current home. Knowing that estimate might bring you some peace of mind and will be essential as you budget out and plan your move. Once you’ve got your budget in order, it’s time to consider other factors that can bring you a smooth move. While professional movers are a blessing for long-distance moves, they’re not the only service you can turn to. Courtesy of Pet Connection, here are six apps that will keep your move manageable from start to finish.
Wag!
Tired of tripping over your dog as you carry boxes around? As much as you love them, pets can get in the way when you’re trying to move — and the process isn’t all that fun for them, either. Instead of worrying about walks and bathroom breaks while you’re packing, arrange boarding or doggy daycare with Wag!. You can even connect with a dog walker to get your pet plenty of exercise in his new neighborhood.
Sortly
Sortly takes the chaos out of your move by helping you pack and tick off to-do list items. The app generates weekly task lists so you know how long before the move you should handle each item. As you pack, you can make a visual inventory of everything you own and note which boxes hold what. And with scannable QR codes that tell you what each box contains, Sortly makes unpacking easier than ever.
OfferUp
If pre-move organizing has left you with a big pile of stuff to get rid of, OfferUp can help. With local pages for nearly any city, this online marketplace is the perfect place to sell everything from craft supplies to furniture sets. You can post items for sale via the website, but the easiest way to list your stuff is to download the app so it can seamlessly access pictures on your smartphone.
Tidy
Need help cleaning your old house or sprucing up the new one before you move in? Hire a Homekeeper using Tidy, and a local pro will arrive at your house with the list of tasks and cleaning preferences you provided through the app. All Tidy Homekeepers undergo a background check, so you know your home is in trustworthy hands.
TaskRabbit
After a long day of moving, all you want is to plop down on the couch and relax, only your couch is still in pieces and you can’t find the toolbox. With Taskrabbit, you can hire someone to assemble and arrange furniture, mount televisions, or deliver newly-purchased furniture to your home. After selecting a qualified local Tasker for your job, you can schedule and pay through the app, so there’s no phone tag or digging for cash to worry about.
Postmates
When moving day is winding to a close and you realize you’re starving, don’t settle for another mediocre pizza from a chain restaurant. When you use Postmates, you can order on-demand delivery from local restaurants for a delicious meal to welcome you to your new home. Just realized your out of dog food, have your Postmates courier stop by the store so your four-legged family member won’t go hungry.
Moving can feel impossible, especially if you’re going it alone. Whether you’re in the middle of your moving process and feeling overwhelmed or you’re just getting started, these awesome apps can help you out at a moment’s notice.