Limit your boxes and cartons to a maximum of 50 pounds
Use crushed newsprint for cushioning
Use boxes that can be securely taped shut
Pack similar weight items together
Label all boxes with your name, original room, destination room, brief description of contents
Drain power tools of oil and gas
Use old towels to wrap sharp-edged tools
For grills, dispose of charcoal and, if applicable, disconnect propane tank. Propane tanks cannot be transported in a moving truck
Keep hardware for disassembled items in small, plastic bags
Dispose of all perishables
Wrap china and glasses separately in clean paper. Use a large amount of paper padding between items in boxes
Pack heavier items such as pots and pans in the bottom of boxes
For large appliances such as refrigerators: clean thoroughly and disconnect all hoses. If necessary, have a licensed technicians disconnect the appliance (in the case of gas ranges)
Hanging clothing can be transported in large wardrobe cartons available from us. If wardrobe boxes are not used, fold and pack clothing in suitcases or boxes lined with clean paper
Use a large, clean plastic bag for packing linens in boxes. Linens and bedding can be used as cushioning for boxes
Mattresses should be packed in mattress bags. Pillows make good padding for other items
Mirrors should be packed in special cartons
If you like, have your area rugs cleaned before moving. You’ll receive them rolled in a form easy for transport
Pack books of the same size together in a box. Do not overload boxes
Lamp shades are particularly fragile. Pack with clean paper and place in a box at least two inches larger than shade diameter. Label the box “Lamp Shades – Fragile – Top Load Only.”
For stereo equipment, secure as appropriate for disc players and turntables. Consult your manual.