Moving home comes with the excitement of a new beginning – and the stress of the first step. Before you can move, you must first pack… and that’s a job loved by few. Of course, packing hasn’t changed much since yesteryear. If you know, you know… and if you don’t, moving experts are here to share their wisdom.
Much Ado About Packing
It’s a singularly time-consuming part of the moving process, and nobody’s favorite. But when you and your family are on the move, there’s no way to avoid it. Sooner or later, packing has to be done. So does unpacking, for that matter.
The result? Many on the verge of home relocations start to pack their belongings well in advance, unsure of exactly how long it’ll take. Even then, they face a mad dash to the deadline, with plenty still to be done. It’s inconvenient, it’s exhausting, and it’s stressful. But according to experts, there are methods to side-step the madness – if done right.
Art & Science
Packing sounds simple. It’s anything but. There’s an exact art to getting packing just right – and a science in ensuring that it’s done with precision.
Think it’s just about placing stuff in a box? The experts at True Friends Moving Company say there’s far more involved…
“Avoid empty spaces within the box – or smaller items may rattle around during the move and possibly break. Use paper, towels, clothing, or packing peanuts to fill in any gaps. If you are loading the truck yourself, put heavier boxes in first toward the front, so the vehicle remains balanced.”
Believe In Labels
The job’s not done once everything’s boxed up.
Unless you know and remember exactly what’s inside each one, you’ll have a hard time placing each box in the right room when you reach your destination. Nobody wants to take their heavy box of kitchenware upstairs by mistake – which is why experts advise you not to forget labels.
And here’s a handy tip: try adding a number to each label, then keeping a coordinated list on your phone. That way, you can cross off each box as it’s placed and unpacked, so you’re always sure that everything’s where it should be – safe and sound.
Order In the Court
Agents of chaos have no place in the packing process. Above all, you need order.
And keeping order is knowing which items to pack first – and which to leave until the last moment. For instance, experts point to toiletries, prescription meds, bedding, and phone chargers as items that can wait.
You definitely don’t want to realize, too late, that your much-needed charging cable and toothbrush are taped up in a box when you really need them. So resist the temptation to get everything packed at once – for some things, there’s no rush.
Skip the Headache: Packers Have Your Back
It’s important to note that you could potentially avoid the above headaches altogether.
How? By opting for full packing assistance. Some companies are able to help you ensure the ongoing protection your belongings need by packing on your behalf. That means you can trust them to arrive equipped with the right supplies to box up, wrap, and seal your items as needed – so you don’t have to lift a finger.
But if you want to be involved, it’s worth asking about partial packing options instead. These allow you to divide the packing load based on priority and preference. For example, you might want moving professionals to handle any hard-to-pack belongings or the ones that require disassembly while you take care of your documents, clothing, and more personal keepsakes.
True Friends Moving Company
700 East Old Hickory Blvd
Nashville
TN
37115
United States
