This page contains some moving tips and tricks that will help you be more prepared before and after moving day.
Fragile Items:
* Cushion the bottom of the box(s) with bubble wrap or rolled up paper.
* Wrap each piece individually. Bubble wrap is ideal for this purpose, but newsprint or unprinted soft paper will also work.
* Wrap flatware in groups of three and wrap each bundle.
* Place bubble wrap or a few layers of paper between each piece of china of fragile items.
* Cushion the tops and sides of the box to prevent shifting. When you shake the box, you should not hear
anything move. If the contents of the box are secure and steady, the lower the risk of damage.
Clothing:
* Make sure all dresser drawers are completely empty.
* Place hanging clothes in wardrobe boxes.
* Use the bottom of wardrobe boxes for shoes.
Pictures/Paintings:
* Please box all of your pictures or paintings. Always Moving & Relocation Services can provide the necessary
items at your request.
Electrical Items:
* If possible, pack all electronics in their original boxes. If the original cartons are not available, always pack
the item(s) using bubble wrap. Please use the correct size box.
* Color code all wires for easier installation.
* Personal computer: Backup important files.
Helpful Hints:
* Make sure all boxes are completely full. This prevents them from being crushed when they are stacked.
* Tape the bottom of every box, close and tape the top of the box tightly. Run strips of tape along the sidesand stripes of tape along the center. ( If the box is not strong enough, apply more tape to the sides.)
* Use small to medium boxes for heavier items and use the larger boxes for light-weight or bulky items.
* Always wrap fragile/or small items individually.
* To prevent shifting and breakage, stuff the top, sides, and bottom of boxes with paper or bubble wrap.
*To make the unpacking process much smoother, number or mark the contents of each box. You may want to make a note as to which room it belongs.
Tips:
Proper packing is very important. As local moving charges are based on time, there are ways to reduce the time, thus the cost of your move.
The single most important way to ensure a efficient move is to be organized.
Avoid stress and save money by being prepared when the movers arrive on your scheduled move day.
DO NOT PACK the following item(s):
*Valuable papers, money, jewelry, or securities. Keep these item(s) with you at all times.
* Flammable item(s) such as aerosol cans, paint, gasoline, propane, etc.
* Perishable item(s) such as frozen foods, produce plants, etc.
Be sure to check out our moving checklist page.
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