Making a house move go smoothly can be challenging, but getting boxing and packing right is one surefire way to make everything so much easier. While it may sound simple enough, there is a certain art to the process. Here’s what you need to know before you begin.
Start packing in advance
Packing everything the day before the move is a bad idea. There’s so much work to do that it often deteriorates into a mad rush. Therefore, we recommend that you get started on the packing process early on.
If you are planning a move in the summer, start packing in the spring. Box rarely-used items first and then progress onto the possessions that you use more frequently. In the week running up to your move, try to pack everything except essential items that you’ll need on the day, like toothbrushes.
Book your removals service early
Don’t leave it to the last minute to book your
removals service. They often get busy and might not be available when you need them. Furthermore, if you leave it until later, you may have to pay a higher fee.
Instead, book well in advance, preferably on the day when you finally confirm your moving date. This way, you can guarantee that a provider will be available and lock in the lowest rates.
Stock up on all the necessary supplies
Next, stock up on all the supplies you need to make the removal a success. Get boxes, adhesive bandages, paper towels, garbage bags, packing tape, and so on. You might be able to get all the necessary
packing materials from your removals company - be sure to check what extra services their package includes.
If you are moving large items, you may need to ask a specialist removal service to pack these for you. Grand pianos, for instance, require sophisticated packaging to protect them during transit.
Make sure your boxes are the right size
The wrong size boxes can derail even the best-planned removal operations. Therefore, make sure that you get a range of sizes in advance.
Place heavy items in small boxes, such as books, paperweights, and cutlery. Large boxes are better for lighter items, such as rugs, pillows, and coats.
Having the right size boxes reduces the risk of breakage during transit. It also makes boxes easier to carry, both for you and your removals team.
Don’t mix items from different rooms
If you can, only pack items from the same room in each box. Doing this will make unpacking at the other end significantly easier and will ensure that you and your movers know exactly where to place each box upon arrival. Labelling your boxes will also make this a much simpler and streamlined process.
Tape your boxes well
If tape splits and your boxes spring open in transit, your possessions may get damaged. Therefore, follow movers’ techniques. Place pieces of tape to close both top and bottom seams plus extras around the bottom edges of the box where stress is most likely.
Get Special Crating For Valuable Artwork
Lastly, if you are moving valuable pieces of art, ask your movers for special packaging. Most will make an X with masking tape to keep the glass secure. They will then pack it in a frame box with cardboard pieces between each painting. These protect canvas and other materials from impact damage.
Moving house can be very stressful, but it doesn’t need to be. Rose Removals will provide all the necessary packing materials and removal specialists you need to achieve a stress-free move. To find out more about the services we offer, don’t hesitate to
contact us today - we’re always happy to help!
