How to pack well when moving homes?



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  • I would purchase some boxes at a hardware store or office store and organize and label them by room. We've always hired someone to move the big pieces (furniture).

  • Dfm Dfm on Jun 05, 2019

    you need to keep the kitchen items and food stuff out of the general boxing up some moving companies may not insure your load if you pack the truck your self. Check on that. You can rent trucks ie you haul, but the truck has to be cleaned by you...if not they might charge extra charge. Breakables need bubble wrap, sturdy cardboard boxes work. Label every thing. Top and sides, When packing clothes..roll them, don’t fold. It saves on space. If the moving company is you and a car, some items can be mailed to your house.

  • Cynthia H Cynthia H on Jun 05, 2019

    I also purge unused, unwanted, broken and worn out items so I don't move my clutter to my new home.

  • Lynette Morrison Lynette Morrison on Jun 06, 2019

    Thank you.

  • Deb K Deb K on Feb 09, 2020

    Hi Lynette, I make sure I take my precious items myself when I can, if you can't do that then I would advise wrapping and labeling the box yourself. For other items pack by room to keep the unpacking as easy as you can, movers an put boxes in rooms listed on the boxes. Newspaper and towels for breakables, you will then be packing towels easily as well. Be sure to label all the boxes to the room they belong. Good Luck!

  • Homeroad Homeroad on Jan 11, 2022

    Bubble wrap! You can buy a large roll of bubble wrap and wrap all of your fragile and glass pieces. Boxes can be purchased at big box hardware stores and come in different weights for different items. You may want to consider a wardrobe box too which has a bar to hang your clothes. Good luck with your move!

  • Label everything by room, not by item. It makes a huge difference!

  • EduardoAlaza EduardoAlaza on Dec 08, 2022

    I usually look for boxes of different sizes and put all the important stuff inside. One of the best tips is to roll your clothes. But first, try to sort them. It will be much easier to find what you need before you unpack. You may also put small items inside your shoes. For example, socks or small hygiene products can easily fit in boots or sneakers. Organize all the kitchen items and foodstuff in separate boxes. Make sure that the medicines and the most necessary things are at hand. For the furniture, I'd suggest hiring someone. We usually contact movers from https://getmanandvan.co.uk/stoke-newington-n16/. Good luck with your move!

  • Oliviaford Oliviaford on Feb 14, 2023

    Moving is always a big expenditure of energy. Especially considering that you need to move large equipment. In my experience, it's much easier to do it with the help of extra people rather than on your own.

  • Sarashort Sarashort on Feb 23, 2023

    Moving can be such a hassle, but with the right preparation, it can also be a breeze. I totally agree with your approach of buying boxes from a hardware or office store and organizing them by room. Labeling is key for staying organized, especially when it comes to unpacking. When it comes to big pieces of furniture, hiring a moving service can take a load off and ensure everything gets transported safely. If you're in NJ, I'd recommend checking out AceLine Moving. They've got a team of strong movers and all the necessary gear to get the job done right. Overall, the key to a successful move is organization and planning.