As summer draws to a close, students—and their parents—are setting their well-laid plans into motion to prepare for the new year, from choosing a back-to-school wardrobe to enrolling in extracurriculars.
But as many parents know, back-to-school to-do lists can get out of control. These are the top five tasks that parents can outsource to enjoy the final days of summer with their kids of all ages, but especially for families going through big transitions like moving away to college.
1. Moving
Moving is cited as the most stressful life event—even above breakups and wedding planning! And when it’s combined with sending a kid to college, the emotions can run even higher. But there’s no reason you have to be another statistic. Planning ahead by finding the right people to help move your kid into their college dorm can make all the difference. Say goodbye to carrying heavy boxes up multiple flights of stairs and maneuvering furniture through narrow hallways, and focus on exploring campus and getting your student settled instead. You can find a Moving Tasker to help here—just hurry, this season is one of the most popular for moving, and Taskers get booked quickly.
2. Furniture Assembly
The average Furniture Assembly task takes about two hours…for a Tasker! But anyone who has ever taken on an assembly project knows it can take up an entire day with the learning curve involved. Help create a fresh study space in your home—featuring bookshelves, a dedicated homework desk, and plenty of storage—without needing to assemble your back-to-school furniture finds yourself. Find a Furniture Assembly Tasker here and use the time you save to catch a summer blockbuster with the family or celebrate the new school year with a dinner.
3. Mounting
Setting up a dorm room or study space generally involves securely mounting shelves, whiteboards, mirrors, curtains, or other items to the wall. But for everyone who would rather hang out with family instead of hanging things on the wall—there’s a Mounting Tasker to take care of it.
4. Cleaning and Organizing
The importance of a clean living space can’t be overstated for students who need a peaceful environment and for parents who are investing their energy into their students’ success! A clean and organized space can help improve focus, productivity, and mood, which is something every student and parent can benefit from. You can set up regular cleanings with a Tasker here. Don’t forget to schedule a back-to-school organization session too!
5. Heavy Lifting
Taskrabbit can help take care of all your heavy lifting this back-to-school, metaphorically and literally. Items like mini-fridges, printers, musical instruments, couches, and boxes of books can be cumbersome to transport. Instead of straining backs or enlisting the help of reluctant friends, college students and their parents can hire Heavy Lifting Taskers to ensure items are safely moved without any hassles.
We’re here to help you and your family focus on what truly matters—during back-to-school season and all year round. Kickstart this year on the right foot, knowing your students’ living spaces are well-organized, comfortable, and conducive to success. Book a Tasker for any of your home tasks here.
