Again, this is completely personal and if cost is not an issue, then consider hiring professionals on both ends - packing and unpacking. There are many companies out there that can provide a full service, from packing up your household to unpacking and setting up your new home.

First, the company will send out a surveyor to assess the details of your move. They'll list each item that needs to be packed, including furniture, cupboard contents and kitchen drawers. This is not only a way of costing out your move, but also will help the service find out what's of value and may need extra special care.

Valuables, including paperwork, artwork and jewelry will be discussed during the household survey, determining how these items should be handled. Usually, items that can be taken with you on move day, as opposed to being loaded in the moving truck, will be packed separately by the company and set aside for you to take with you.

All furniture is dissembled, properly wrapped and secured using padding and protective packing. Items are removed from walls and carpets are rolled and ready to move. Boxes are labeled and sorted according to room and placement.