Packing Efficiently

Packing is arguably the most tedious part of moving. However, there are several things that you can do to make it much less of a chore then it already is. Start as early as you possibly can; if anything you will just end up with some leftover time. Make sure you have enough boxes, wrap, and markers or sharpies that you can label with. Begin by wrapping your items and make sure they are padded. More valuable items obviously need a thicker protection. Small bags like grocery bags and even Ziplocs can be used for small lose items. Stack the items that you need closer to the top for easier access. When packing carpets and rugs, roll them up and tape them.

Throughout the entire process, make sure that you are labeling the boxes by room so that finding necessary items is easier; also mark the heavier boxes and boxes with more durable items (books, bedding and linens etc.) to be placed on the bottom. Always fully pack your boxes so after stacking them on top of each other they wouldn’t collapse under their own weight. When purchasing the boxes try to get the majority of them to be the same size for easier placement in side the moving van and to save space.

As for moving your furniture, it’s always a good idea to let your professional moving company handle that. However if you’ve decided to move yourself make sure that the parts are all together tightly and wrap all your furniture in a cloth of some kind or moving blankets. Disassemble the items that can be disassembled to save space and avoid damaging them. Try to make sure that empty spaces (such as in drawers) are padded with soft material. Be careful with hazardous items such as knives, sharp tools, and especially gasoline and oil (which you need to empty out of all machinery) to prevent the chance of combustion.