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15 Terrific Tips for Packing Like a Professional

June 8, 2019 By Sean Casey

Buyer Consultation to get you moving into your home
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15 Tips For Packing

1

Make a To Do List

  • Develop a master “to do” list so you  won’t forget something critical.
  • 2

    Sort

    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 Toss Everything

  • 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

    Organize

  • Pack like items together. Put toys with  toys, kitchen utensils with kitchen utensils.
  • 5

    Protect Valuables

  • 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

    Pack Carefully

  • Use the right box for the item. Loose items encourage breakage.
  • 7

    Watch the Weight

  • Put heavy items in small boxes so they’re  easier to lift. Keep weight under 50 lbs. if possible.
  • 8

    Don't Over-Pack

  • Don’t over-pack boxes and increase the  chances they will break.
  • 9

    Handle With Care

    Wrap every fragile item separately and pad bottom and sides of boxes.

    10

    Label

  • 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

    Color Code

    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

    Documents

  • Keep your moving documents together, including phone numbers, driver’s name, and van number. Also keep your address book handy.
  • 13

    Backup

  • Back up your computer files before moving your computer.
  • 14

    Inspect

  • Inspect each box and all furniture for damage as soon as it arrives.
  • 15

    Plants

  • Remember, most movers won’t take plants.
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