Confronting the piles of unused junk and old clothes in your house can be the easiest task to avoid. If you are in the process of moving, Columbus movers suggest you scale back and get rid of all the unnecessary baggage.

If you are not sure how to declutter, ask yourself these questions in order to make the process easier.

Have I used this item or worn this item in the last year?

If you have not used or worn an item the last year, chances are you will not end up using it, and probably do not need it. Needless to say, throw it out or give it away!

When do I plan on using this item? 

If you can not think of a realistic situation in which you will use a particular item, you do not need it. Columbus movers suggest you toss it.

Why am I holding onto this? Does it have sentimental value to me?

Ask yourself, will I miss this when it’s gone? If it has sentimental value to you, go ahead and keep it. However, you must be realistic. If it does not hold true sentimental value, throw it away.

Do I have items that are similar or serve the same purpose as this one?

You do not need four of the same thing!

Do I plan on fixing this broken item? 

If the answer is yes, fix it immediately, or it will continue to uselessly take up space.

Could someone else get more use out of this?

Donate, donate, donate! The simplest rule for how to declutter: If you are not using an item, give it to someone who will. There is always someone out there that would love to have the things you never use.

Columbus movers know that it is hard to let go of things you think you might eventually use or wear, but you must be strict with yourself in your moving process. Once you learn how to declutter, you will feel the weight lift off of your shoulders.