Tips for Packing Like a Pro
1. Develop a master “to do” list
so you won’t forget something critical.
2. Sort and get rid of things you no longer
want or need. Have a garage sale, donate to
a charity, or recycle.
3. Don’t throw out everything. If your
inclination is to just toss it, ask yourself
how frequently you use an item and how you’d
feel if you no longer had it.
4. Pack like items together. Put toys with
toys, kitchen utensils with kitchen utensils.
5. Decide what if anything you plan to move
yourself. Precious items, such as family photos,
valuable breakables, or must-haves during the
move, should probably stay with you.
6. Use the right box for the item. Loose items
encourage breakage.
7. Put heavy items in small boxes so they’re
easier to lift. Keep weight under 50 lbs. if
possible.
8. Don’t over-pack boxes and increase
the chances they will break.
9. Wrap every fragile item separately and pad
bottom and sides of boxes.
10. Label every box on all sides. You never
know how they’ll be stacked and you don’t
want to have to move other boxes aside to find
out what’s there.
11. Use color-coded labels to indicate which
room each item should go in. Color-code a floor
plan for your new house to help movers.
12. Keep your moving documents together, including
phone numbers, driver’s name, and van
number. Also keep your address book handy.
13. Back up your computer files before moving
your computer.
14. Inspect each box and all furniture for
damage as soon as it arrives.
15. Remember, most movers won’t take
plants.
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