Few people look forward to packing, even when they are excited about the move.It's important to collect boxes at least a month before the moving date to make things easier.It can be helpful to ask the supermarket or hospital to save some for you or to pick them up every time you shop.You'll be ready to get started if you start packing early.
Step 1: Pack and move boxes of different sizes.
You need different sizes of boxes to pack different items.It's wise to consult a professional if you want to buy strong moving boxes or cartons.Padding supplies Bubble wraps, newspapers, blank newsprint paper, Scissors, heavy duty packaging tape, labeling stickers, and pens.
Step 2: Important paperwork will need to be created with a moving file.
If applicable, include in it your moving truck reservation, moving helpers payment codes, pet veterinary records, contact information for important people (realtor or property owner), and any important documents you could need before you have the chance.You will not accidentally pack it in a box if you keep this file in your purse or bag.In a place where it won't get buried in a mess, it should be there.
Step 3: Pack a suitcase or box for the family several days in advance.
A bar of soap, toothbrush and toothpaste, towel and washcloth, disposable razor, two complete changes of clothes, and anything else you know each person will need during the first few days are included.It's easy to get everything they'll need.The boxes or suitcases should be kept in a safe place where they won't be mixed in with everything else.You can bring them with you on the road or in the car.
Step 4: You can use the old clothes for padding.
Instead of buying feet and feet of packing peanuts, use your clothes to provide padding.It saves you money, but you have to pack the clothes anyway, so it's two birds with one stone.Clothes are more flexible than paper and bubble wrap.Wrap glassware in a sock.It's almost like the socks were meant for that.They will be fine if they link against each other.
Step 5: Take pictures of the back of your TV.
Is there anything that took you so long to get it right that you're not happy when you have to disassemble it?For quick reference, take a photo of it.You might want to take a photo for frame arrangements and decorative set-ups.Not to mention the nostalgia and memories.
Step 6: At your current home, make a packing station.
If you want to expedite the packing process, you'll want a wide and open space where you can drag and drop all your stuff.You will have your boxes, packing materials, pens, tape, and labels here.Your I'm-getting-stuff-done room is here.Pack each box with a number on it in addition to the room label and contents.If you have X number of boxes, you'll know when one is missing, as well as being able to tell the moving company how many boxes you own.
Step 7: Don't pack air.
Wrap each item in layers of wrapping sheets, bubble wrap or clothes.The best place to put items is inside a box with extreme care.Lighter items should be placed on the top of the boxes.Cut down on the number of boxes you need by getting as many items as possible in each box.Pack heavy items.There are small boxes.Don't over pack until the boxes are large and may break.Pack fragile or breakable items with care.Wrap such items with more layers of wrapping sheets or bubble wraps.Wrap bottles and caps to stop leaking.It is possible to put cotton between fragile cosmetics.Wadded newspapers or crushed papers can be used to fill empty spaces.
Step 8: Pack everything in a room labeled box to make sure it's all in the right place.
Once you get where you are going, it's easier to unpack.If you want to get smaller items out of the way, start packing one room at a time.When you unpack, mark and tape each box.This makes moving easier.They'll probably put the labeled boxes in their corresponding room if they're courteous and not on a time crunch.
Step 9: Take apart any large items.
All hardware should be placed in double-thick Ziploc bags.All bags should be kept in a single box with the proper tools.It will be easier to put everything back together when you have moved in.You should keep the box of hardware and tools in a place where everyone can find it.This will make it easier to reassemble.There are things you will need immediately after moving in, so put them in it.
Step 10: The kitchen is the first room to be cleaned.
Throw away anything you don't use and only box things you use.As you empty drawers from the kitchen, desks, or table drawers throughout the house, it's a good idea to use your kitchen food storage containers for all the loose things.The boxes should be labeled according to their contents and rooms.For the same purpose, use different sized bags.Place all containers and bags in a larger box labeled appropriately with room and content.Plates should be stacked vertically.Don't forget to look in the dishwasher.Is it necessary to keep necklaces intact, so they don't get tangled?Wrap them in saran wrap or stretch wrap and then pack them.
Step 11: The last box to be packed is an "open first" box.
The items you have been using until the date of the move will be included.Before you unpack all the boxes, you might want to think about small handy items.Adding items such as a sponge, a roll of paper towels, Kleenex and a couple pens may be useful.People will need to wash their hands, eat, and shower before you are done unpacking on the other side of the move.That will be simpler with this box.If anyone gets hungry or has low blood sugar on move-in day, toss in a treat such as Lifesavers or hard candies.It's a good way to keep the bad moods at bay.
Step 12: As you finish filling, taping, and labeling the boxes, stack them.
Keep them in the rooms that you have finished packing.It is much easier to find power strips and extension cords in one box.The extension cord box should be labeled.Both boxes should be painted bright yellow or red.After the item has been disassembled, put the screws or bolts back into it.Instead of searching for them, you can connect the bed or put the lamp back on.
Step 13: If you keep a record of how many boxes you have, count them.
Do you know where each one is?Are any of them in need of an extra tape job?Do you know if you need a bigger truck or not?Which ones are strong and fragile?Do you want to handle yourself in case?You may want to set aside a few so you know where they are.
Step 14: Make sure that everything has been removed from the room.
Place last minute items in a single room.When the truck has been filled, it is your responsibility to check out each room to make sure nothing is left behind.Shut the door and leave when you are certain that the room is clean.
Step 15: Professionals expect your house to be organized.
Everything can be moved safely from one house to the other.They don't focus on rounding up all of the dirty laundry on the floor.They want you to be organized before they arrive.Grouping similar small items in boxes is a good idea.Throwing out excess stuff in advance is a way to clearly designating valuable and fragile goods.There are boxes with final locations.
Step 16: Professionals organize the truck by room to make unpacking easier.
Good people are methodical.They keep everything in the same place.The most convenient way to get things in and out of their truck is to mix things up.You might be able to work on your own.
Step 17: Professionals will wrap, pad, and reassemble furniture.
One of the benefits of a moving team is that they know how to remove the bunk beds from the kids' room.When you arrive, professionals will take down the furniture and put it back together.If you feel confident in your ability, you can assemble or break down furniture yourself.You will save money.
Step 18: Professionals package things so that they can't be moved.
Things break when they are allowed to move around in a truck.A good mover knows that packing tightly isn't just about saving space, it's also about a snug, tight fit.Pack peanuts to fill empty space.Large pieces of furniture should be wrapped in blankets to prevent them from sliding.Group square and rectangular objects can be jammed together in a box.
Step 19: Professionals will be responsible for any damage to your good.
A professional makes their living off of transportation and knows how to prevent accidents.Professional moving companies have a responsibility to pay back damages if something happens.If something bad happens, you should hire a professional to make sure the past possible pack job is done.Some smaller companies may try to get out of responsibility for damages if you don't ask about the contract.You may have to pay for the warranty.
Step 20: Professionals account for everything as it leaves the truck.
A log of every box and item should be kept by a professional moving company.It's important to double-check on big or complicated trucks.There are moves.If the moving company doesn't inventory your items, you should.
Step 21: It takes five hours per 1,000 square feet to pack and move.
It is a good baseline when thinking about rates and how many moving companies you need.It takes 5 hours to pack a 1,000sq foot house.A 3,000ft house with 4 moving companies would take 13 hours.A 2,000ft house would take up to 12 hours to complete.A 4,000ft+ house would take 15 hours to complete.
Step 22: Professionals are able in every part of the moving process.
Maybe you want to save money by having someone help with the heavy lifting.The boxes can be pre-packed.Maybe you would like someone to do everything for you.You can pay for the services of a moving company.Professionals will do the work that you need to be done.A professional is going to ask a lot of questions.If you can save things from breaking or getting lost, they will appreciate it.