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4. Pack like items together. Put toys with toys, kitchen utensils
with kitchen utensils. It will make your life easier when it's time to
unpack.
5. 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. Don't forget to keep a
"necessities" bag with tissues, snacks, and other items you'll
need that day.
6. Use the right box for the item. Loose items are prone to
breakage.
7. Put heavy items in small boxes so they’re easier to lift.
Keep weight of each box under 50 pounds, if possible.
8. Don’t over-pack boxes. That will increase the
chances that items inside the box will break.
9. Wrap every fragile item separately and pad bottom and sides of
boxes.
10. 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. 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. Keep your moving documents together in a file. Including
important phone numbers, driver’s name, and moving van number. Also
keep your address book handy.
13. Back up your computer files before moving your computer.
14. Inspect each box and all furniture for damage as soon as it
arrives.
15. Remember, most movers won’t take plants. If you don't want
to leave them behind, you should plan on moving them yourself.
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