If you want to move, you should plan how you will keep your items safe during the move before your moving day comes. Otherwise, you may have to replace or repair your items due to damage during relocation. Here are some precautions you can take to safeguard your goods.
Use Appropriate Moving Boxes
You have to get your packing right if you want to keep your items safe during the move. For one, you should pick your moving boxes carefully because they are the first line of defense for your items. Ideally, everything should be in its original box or package during the move because product manufacturers design their packaging to offer the best protection possible.
If you don’t have original boxes, opt for any other sturdy box that won’t crumble during the move. For example, plastic moving boxes are typically stronger than cardboard boxes and provide more protection for your items.
Fill Up Your Moving Boxes
Fill up your moving boxes with items so the items won’t knock against each other or the sides of the box during the move. Half-full boxes can also crumble under the weight of other boxes or items. In case you don’t have enough items to fill some of the boxes, you can fill up the remaining spaces with padding materials.
Use Extra Padding
Unless everything is in its original packaging, they may knock against each other or moving boxes during transportation. Use adequate padding materials to guard against damage. Foam peanuts, bubble wrap, newsprint, and even your towels and blankets can all make good padding. The idea is to use a material that can absorb physical force and protect your items.
Label Boxes Appropriately
Your movers should have an idea on the fragility of the items in your boxes. The movers will use the information to handle your items so that they don’t damage the fragile ones. The best way to make sure the movers are aware of the fragile items is to label the appropriate boxes. Label at least three sides of each box so that a mover can always read the label.
Don’t Stack Things Too High
Take care when you stack your moving boxes — otherwise, you might damage items in the lower boxes. The numbers of boxes you can stack depend on the weight of the items, the strength of the boxes, and the fragility of your items are, among other things. Even if your boxes are relatively strong, you still need to be cautious and place the lighter or more fragile items on the top.
Disassemble Heavy Items
Heavy or large items are safer if you disassemble them before transportation. The disassembly reduces both the weight and the awkward shapes of large items, and both things make your large items safe during transportation. For example, you can disassemble your couches, beds, and even wardrobes.
Even if you can’t disassemble a large item fully, remove its delicate parts such as glass parts or knobs. Pack such parts separately and give them the padding they need for safe transportation.
Hire Professional Movers
Lastly, use professional movers if you don’t want your items to get damaged during the move. In fact, if you have particularly fragile items, you should let the movers handle everything from packing to loading and transportation. Many moving companies can also provide you with appropriate moving supplies such as boxes and padding.
Bell Moving & Storage provides professional moving services both locally and internationally. We have the skills and equipment to transport fragile items safely. Consult us for a quote if you want a professional moving company to handle your next move.
