Packing for a move is a task that can seem overwhelming and overbearing, but it doesn’t have to be! With some strategic planning and a few clever packing techniques, you can move with ease and ensure all your belongings will arrive safely. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, these tips should ensure a smooth moving process. But always remember, if it gets too stressful, Siracusa’s expert packing services are just a call away.
Plan Ahead and Start Early
Packing your entire house can be an enormously overwhelming task, but it doesn’t have to be! Start early and break it into manageable chunks. Pack up holiday decor and off-season clothing first; it’s a large amount of stuff that you won’t miss on a day-to-day basis. Then go room-by-room, starting with areas you use the least, such as game rooms or formal dining areas.
Take Extra Care with Fragile Items
Take extra care when packing fragile items like glassware, dishes, and electronics, and ensure to wrap each item individually in paper multiple times. Label these boxes as fragile so your moving crew will know to take extra care with these items.
Maximize Every Inch
Ensure to fill every inch of space without overstuffing the boxes. Through leaving empty space in the boxes, items can shift and potentially break during transit. As well, a box with too much space can get crushed when loaded since boxes get stacked on top of one another. Using pillows, towels, cushions, or paper, fill all available space in a box.
Label, Label,Label
Put the destination of each box on the sides of the box rather than the top. This makes the unloading process smoother for your moving team, as when boxes are stacked and the labeling is on the top, each box must come off the dolly to read the boxes location. Putting the location of the box on the sides will keep the flow going smoothly. Also, if your box contains liquids, such as cleaning supplies, put arrows on the boxes so the movers know the box must stay upright.
First Night Essentials
When packing up your home, make a “First Day” box. Include items such as toiletries, an outfit, phone chargers, and any important items you will need your first night in your new home. Having these items in one centralized location will keep you from sorting through tons of boxes to find the belongings you need.
Leave it to Siracusa
If all of this still seems overwhelming and stressful, leave it to Siracusa. Siracusa Moving and Storage is a full-service moving company and can help with each and every aspect of your move. With our team’s experience and attention to detail, you can trust us to make your relocation seamless.
