Packing can be an arduous task. At BestWay Moving , we can take care of all your packing needs swiftly and effectively. If you decide to pack many of your items yourself, our packing professionals have supplied a few pointers and suggestions.

Organization

• Purchase all of you moving boxes and packing supplies, packing tape and magic markers. Also pick up a clipboard.

• In each room, pull together the boxes and packing tape that you'll need. If you have the space, put together the boxes -- just one less thing to worry about.

• Put a different color magic marker in each room. You use the magic marker to mark the boxes in that room, creating a 'color code' system for your movers -- red for bedroom boxes, blue for kitchen boxes, etc.

• On the clipboard, have a separate sheet of paper for each room.

Packing Time

• In each room, first pack the things you don't use that often -- out-of-season sporting equipment, collectibles, etc.

• Use newer, sturdier boxes. Old boxes that have been used time and time again to transport different items are unsafe. Pack with boxes that you know will keep your items safe and sound.

• Using the designated color, label the first packed box "1" with a description of contents, the second box, "2," and so on. When you unpack, you'll tackle the higher-numbered boxes first -- these are the items you use more frequently.

•  Put heavier items in smaller boxes and light bulky items in larger boxes in order to keep boxes from splitting or crushing.

• On your clipboard write a detailed description of the box's contents and its number -- use this list to make sure each box was delivered; you can also use it to help you find things you need access to quickly to your new home.

• When packing a box, place heavier items on the bottom and lighter items on top.

• Pack all the boxes to their maximum capacity and, if possible, add paper to prevent movements that will cause noise and damage.

• After closing each box, make sure you tape the box at all openings as well as tape around the box to ensure stability.

• Pack a couple boxes a day so you don't get overwhelmed

• Pack a separate box of items you'll need right away at your new home -- bring it with you in case you arrive before the moving company. (Also, be very careful when packing high value products,  and maybe consider carrying these separately or let our professional movers pack it for you. And be aware of items you cannot pack, like flammables.)

• When packing dishes, make sure that each dish is separately wrapped with paper or bubble wrap and there is padding on the bottom of the box as well as between each individual item. Cover the top of the items before you close the box to ensure tightness and security.

• Clothing can be packed in wardrobe boxes. Wardrobes will hold approximately 20 hangers depending on the size of garments. Your clothing will reach you clean and wrinkle-free. You may also pack clothing items in suitcases.

• Medium-sized boxes or linen boxes are a terrific fit for linens, shoes, pots and pans, toys, and all other relatively light-weight items.

• Canned goods should be packed upright in small, sturdy cartons.

• Mowers and gasoline powered tools should be drained of gas and oil.

Unpacking

• Lay out rugs, and get the furniture and dressers where you want them in the home. Then start unpacking the boxes.

• Unpack the kids rooms first; your bedroom; and then the kitche

• Unpack the higher-numbered boxes first, and check each off your inventory.

• Unpack each box completely, break it down, and discard before moving on.
  (You may also check our Tips for Unpacking)