Packing Tips
Moving Boxes Vs Shipping Boxes: Is There a Difference? Yes, there is a difference! Shipping boxes are often free — you may already have a few lying about the house, or you may be planning a night of dumpster diving behind the local office supply store. All kidding aside, most moving boxes don’t differ much […]
Moving is a daunting task for most people. They have stuff crammed into closets, stashed in spare rooms, and hidden in the crannies of the cupboards — things that have collected over the years like dust bunnies. Where to begin? Pack the Things You Don’t Need First Start by packing the things you don’t use […]
Moving is a stressful event, even when you’re moving into a bigger and better place.
The excitement of a positive change can be overshadowed by the daunting task of packing all your belongings, doing without them for a while, and fretting that they may not arrive at the new address intact.
But with some planning and the right approach, you...
Start Packing the Right Way Before you decide to do your packing yourself, consider the responsibilities. Sure, it takes time and energy to get the job done right, but doing it yourself can be a real money-saver, even if you’re paying a mover to load the truck. For example, if you’ve hired a professional mover, […]
Follow the advice below to ensure your fragile china, glassware, pictures, and lamps arrive intact at your new address. Call us if you have any questions, or have our professionals do the packing for you. China & Glassware We recommend dish pack boxes. Wrap all china and glassware individually in several sheets of packing paper. […]
Whether you’re moving, decluttering, or need a place for your excess belongings (i.e., Halloween decorations), knowing how to pack for storage is the key to preventing damage. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach; it depends on the items you’re storing, what type of storage you’ll use, and how long your possessions will be stored. This blog offers […]
Packing was a breeze when you had two shirts to your name. But now those two shirts have multiplied to a closetful, along with dozens of shoes, socks, and trousers you’ve picked up the way. And those are just the wearables. The garage is full to bursting with everything from lawnmowers to weed whackers to […]
If you’re an avid reader, packing your book collection can be daunting. Books are heavy They’re prone to damage if handled incorrectly They accumulate much faster than you realize They may have sentimental value They may have collector’s value worth hundreds of dollars In your carefree college years, packing was easy. You threw all your […]
Moving is a mix of excitement and dread. It takes time, effort, and planning — mostly time and effort. You have to sort, pack, organize, say goodbye to accumulated junk, and ensure nothing worthwhile gets lost in the chaos. A sound labeling system can help you deal with that chaos. Here’s why clearly labeling your […]
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