Imagine you are surrounded in boxes, bubble wrap and tons of packing tape. The idea of moving can make you as excited as watching paint dried. But it’s not a nightmare. Move your office or home with ease Man With A Van Edinburgh.

Let’s begin by talking about planning. As if you’re cooking a complicated dish, you wouldn’t just throw all the ingredients into the pot. Start with a to-do list. A checklist will be your best ally in this frantic dance. List all the things you’ll need to pack.

You’ve probably moved grand pianos, but have you tried moving one? Try to fit an entire elephant through a tiny keyhole. A professional mover is worth their weight in Gold for such Herculean task. You can trust them to handle your delicate and heavy goods without straining or damaging your back.

Now, onto packing supplies. This is the equivalent of building a brick house instead of using straw. Boxes of good quality, tape that is strong, and plenty if padding are all essential. Labels! If you don’t label your box, it will frustrate and confuse you later.

What person doesn’t love a good packing hack? Double-duty for the win: Use linens and towels to cushion fragile objects. You can easily transport your clothes by putting them on hangers, and covering them with plastic bags.

What is the meaning of “too few cooks spoils the broth”? The same is true for those who help you during your move. A large number of people can cause chaos and not much efficiency. Pick a few trusted friends or family that won’t bail out on you at the last minute.

Timing is important when moving from home or office to another location. Weekends can seem ideal, but keep in mind that others may think the same. This could lead to traffic congestion and crowded elevators. Moves during the workweek are usually smoother.

Communication is vital for anyone moving office, much like oxygen during space missions. Informing employees of moving dates and the new address well in advanced is essential. Assign roles in advance so that everyone knows what to do on D-Day.

This is when things can get complicated: the tech gear. Computers and servers are not exactly easy to pack. In fact, it is more like defusing explosives if you don’t take care! Back up your data before disassembling any equipment. Use antistatic wrap on sensitive electronics.

Remember Murphy’s Law? Murphy’s Law: Anything that could go wrong will. Especially during moves. Have an emergency supply kit at hand. It should include basic tools and supplies such as first-aid, snacks to keep movers from getting grumpy (because hangry moving is grumpy moving), and important documentation.

After you’ve moved into your new office or home, the real fun begins: unpacking. Set up the basics first, whether it’s a bed for home or a workstation at the office.

One of my friends once told me a funny story. I helped him move from one apartment to another, but he didn’t realize that he left behind his cat. We had an exciting time retrieving Mr. Whiskers, the cat, from underneath the couch when cleaning crews began preparing to welcome new tenants.

That’s it (I said it! It doesn’t take much humor and some smarts to make moving less like climbing Everest.

If you ever find yourself on a roller coaster ride of moving, these tips will help.