Planning a Local Move? Tips & Tricks for Packing Your Things
Are you moving to a new neighborhood? While moving down the street can seem like a relatively easy task, you might be astonished at the amount of planning a local relocation requires. One of the most critical aspects of any move (yes, even a local move) is the packing process, which you’ll need to master to achieve a successful relocation. Below, the professional movers and packers at Ace Moving & Warehousing discuss a few helpful tips that can make your packing process more efficient.
Use High-Quality Moving Supplies
Even if you’re only moving to the other side of town, don’t skip on your packing supplies. The best way to ensure your items arrive safely at your new abode is to protect them appropriately, which is easy to achieve with professional-quality supplies. What should you purchase for the best protection? Essentials include:
● Durable moving boxes. Avoid hunting for broken-down boxes behind restaurants and retail establishments. Free boxes are far less durable than ones you can purchase from a moving company, so if you want superior protection for your possessions, don’t cut corners here.
● Bubble wrap. For fragile items, bubble wrap provides insulation against jostling and breakage.
● Packing tape. Choose a durable, heavy-duty tape to ensure each box remains securely closed.
● Labeling materials. For a stress-free unpacking experience, you’ll want to label each box you pack.
At Ace Moving & Warehousing, we offer a wide selection of professional-grade moving supplies and packing materials to meet your needs.
Sort & Consolidate Your Belongings
If you’re hiring a moving company, they won’t charge you by weight for a local move. However, depending on the company, they may tack on additional charges for the time required to load and unload the truck. What’s a simple solution for making your move as cost effective as possible? Get rid of old junk.
There’s no sense in moving items you no longer use since they’ll only add hours to your packing and unpacking process.
Inventory & Label Everything
To make the unpacking process as seamless as possible, be sure to create an inventory list of all the items in each box, bag, crate, and carton.
Pack Your Personal Vehicle
If you’re hiring professional movers and packers, there are certain things they won’t pack or move — which means you’ll need to take care of those items on your own.
● Perishable food. If it’s fresh, frozen, refrigerated, or partially open, your movers cannot move it.
● Hazardous materials. Liquor, aerosol cans, solvents, paint, fuel.
● Pets. No matter what type of pet you have, movers won’t take on that kind of liability.
● Irreplaceable items. If you own valuable jewelry, transport it in your personal vehicle.
Have Your Boxes Ready to Go
If your local movers charge by the hour, the last thing you want is to incur additional charges because you’re not prepared on your scheduled moving day.
Ready to Plan Your Rochester Relocation? Contact Ace Moving & Warehousing Today
Looking for a professional local mover? Then it’s time to get in touch with our team at Ace Moving & Warehousing! Since 1958, we’ve been helping Rochester residents with all of their moving and storage needs. Call 763-755-2045 or request your quote today!