LABEL EVERY BOX
Write the destination room and a short description on each box. Mark fragile boxes clearly so they receive extra attention during the move.
A little planning now can save a lot of frustration later. Use this guide to stay organized, protect your belongings, and make unpacking at the new place much easier.
Packing gets overwhelming when everything happens at once. Start early, work room by room, and keep the things you use every day until the end.
Start with storage areas, seasonal items and things you rarely use.
Pack one room at a time so boxes stay organized by destination.
Set aside valuables, medications and important documents early.
Keep daily essentials unpacked until the last possible moment.
Write the destination room and a short description on each box. Mark fragile boxes clearly so they receive extra attention during the move.
Use smaller boxes for heavy items and larger boxes for lighter belongings. Keep every box at a manageable weight.
Wrap glassware, dishes and decor individually and fill empty space so items cannot shift inside the box.
Personally transport jewelry, cash, important documents, medications, keys and other small valuables.
Avoid packing flammable liquids, aerosol cans or other hazardous materials with your household belongings.
Place liquids inside sealed plastic bags before packing them so one leak does not ruin an entire box.
After a long moving day, the last thing you want is to open ten boxes looking for a phone charger or toothbrush. Keep one clearly marked box or bag with the essentials you'll need before everything else is unpacked.
Wallets, identification, medications, keys, jewelry, paperwork, chargers and anything you cannot easily replace.
Cleaning supplies, basic tools and anything you'll need immediately when you arrive at the new home.
Toiletries, clothes, bedding, towels, snacks and the essentials that make the first night more comfortable.
Homeward Bound Moving can help with full-home packing, selected rooms, or just the fragile and difficult items.