Moving Tips
* Tape boxes top and bottom.
* Labeled boxes are great! Clearly label them for their content and handling (e.g.: fragile/ Top Load Only!).
* Towels and linens make excellent packing materials for fragile items.
* Use closet space to store packed boxes.
* If you are moving into storage, get your storage unit in advance. If you have antiques, you may want to reserve a climate controlled storage unit.
* Rent your truck, if you need one, as early as possible. And don't forget that if we are loading up your truck to also rent plenty of moving blankets (about 2 blankets per item).
* Cloth items can be left in drawers.
* Bundle garden tools, fishing poles and the like together.
* When packing breakables use a lot of newsprint, bubble wrap and other packing materials. Remember you can never use too much.
* Use linens or blankets for wrapping mirrors, pictures and such. Stage coolers on top of the fridge/freezer, for when they have to be emptied for moving day.
* Always move cash, jewelry, or other precious items yourself.
* Empty lateral file cabinets.
* Movers should not move any flammable materials such as gas, propane, ammo, etc.
* Pack a box of cleaning supplies and keep it under the sink so it doesn't get moved.
* Arrange all transfer of utilities well in advance. You might think about leaving your phone connected until the moving date so we still can contact you if we have to.
* Your change of address info is available at no charge at your local post office.
* Always run the washer and dryer before the movers leave.
* Be careful not to schedule any important engagements on the evening or day of the move.
* In an apartment situation, save space for the moving van by blocking a space with your car overnight.
* Pack things you will need right away (clothes, toiletries, phone, keys, current bills, important papers, et cetera...) and move these yourself.
* And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make...