Get your move started with these great packing tips;
find out what supplies you'll need, types of boxes available and how to
get organized. With the following guides and suggestions, you'll find
packing isn't as hard as you first imagined.
1. Where To Start?
Be
safe, smart and efficient! If you're doing your own packing, make sure
you give yourself plenty of time; at least six weeks before your move
date and plan carefully. Careful planning and packing will save you
time, money and a lot of hair pulling.
2. Packing Quick Tips
Use
these quick tips to make your packing go a little more smoother and
faster and you'll be surprised just how easy it is to get your home
ready before the movers arrive.
3. Packing Supplies
To
make sure your household goods arrive at your new home without a
scratch, start with purchasing the right packing supplies. This is an
area where you can cut down on cost, if necessary, just remember that
buying the right supplies from the beginning will save you time and
energy.
4. Packing the Moving Truck
You've
booked your moving truck and packed your belongings, now it's time to
think about moving day. If you're like my husband, then you'll want to
plan how the truck should be loaded. I have to admit, I'm not the most
patient mover, but advance planning on how to load the truck is a good
idea. Just don't tell my husband I said so!
5. Packing Major Appliances
Moving
companies will insist that all major appliances are prepared before
they arrive and most offer a professional service that will prepare
major appliances for you for a fee. While it may seem pretty simple to
prepare your appliances for moving, if it isn't done correctly, you may
find units not working when they arrive at the new destination.
6. Packing Electronics
Use
this easy to follow step-by-step guide to pack all your electronics,
including how to properly label the plugs and wires to ensure you can
set-up the equipment when you get to your new home.
7. Packing Pictures, Frames and Mirrors
How
do you pack pictures and frames without chipping corners or breaking
glass? Find out in this easy step-by-step guide. You'll be sure to have
all your artwork and photos arrive in one piece.
8. Packing Flatware and Plates
Follow
this easy step-by-step guide to packing plates and flatware to ensure
your favorite pieces arrive at their new home without chips or cracks.
9. Packing the Essentials Box
Everyone
should prepare an essentials box, a box full of items you'll need for
your last few nights before you move and/or the first few nights in your
new home.
10. All About Moving Boxes
Moving
boxes are generally the same weight and quality as ordinary shipping
boxes, unless you purchase some made from thicker cardboard that allows
for heavier packing. So, the question most people have is, should I
purchase moving boxes or find some slightly-used from grocery stores or
friends who've just recently moved.
By
Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide
