Moving to a new house, city, or country can be
a stressful experience that usually requires packing and storing tips so you
can arrange your belongings for an extended period. Regardless of how long you intend
to store your belongings, if you intend to keep them for more than a month, you
should take extra precautions to assure their safety.
If you are getting ready to move into a new
home, we have listed some tips on how to pack your belongings safely.
● But First, Choose What to Keep in the Storage
No matter why you need to store your
essentials and belongings for an extended period, the first step is to decide
which of your essential stuff you want to keep —storage is expensive, and not
all of your old belongings are worth the money to store.
So, before you begin looking for a storage facility or prepping your belongings for protection, go through your belongings and evaluate each item:
● Is it costly?
● Is it difficult or impossible to replace?
● Is it in generally good condition?
● Is it of good quality and long-lasting?
● Is it sentimental in any way?
● Is it valuable and convenient?
● Will you or a family member ever require it
again?
If you approve of more than two of these questions, the object is valuable and should be stored safely and efficiently for future use.
Packing And Storing Tips for a Simpler Move
Once you’ve gathered all of your packing materials and estimate moving costs you may begin the laborious work of packing your belongings. It may not appear easy, but the following ideas can help you pack your items swiftly and efficiently:
Make a Plan
➔ Allow yourself sufficient space to move around
the unit to obtain access to all of your items.
➔ Cover concrete floors with moving blankets or
sheets to protect bedding, furnishings, or items in storage.
➔ Keep your most commonly used goods near the
entryway for easy access.
➔ Make the most of your self-storage unit by
carefully organizing the space. Make a list of the stuff you’ll be storing, and
plan out your storage area to make the most of it.
➔ Store heavy or oversized objects in the back
of your unit and stow them on top. To prevent damage, lightweight and fragile
goods should be packed lastly.
➔ To save space, place heavy goods such as
mattresses, sofas, and worktops along the walls of your storage container.
➔ When required, turn objects on their sides to
make the most use of your space by utilizing the entire size of the item.
➔ Consider, that one of the biggest disadvantages of moving to the big city is lack of space, try to get rid of everything you might not need any more.
Pack One Room at a Time
This is one of the most critical packing and
storing tips that, for some reason, is frequently overlooked. There is some
dispute on whether it is better to store your belongings by room or type, and
it depends entirely on what is most convenient for you.
Nonetheless, we urge that you pack your items
by room, and it will make the process easier and allow you to notify the movers
or anyone else loading which item goes where.
You can also start unpacking and unloading your belongings from the top to the lowest floor. Start with the objects you know will not require unpacking, then proceed to the rest boxes. It will also save your energy since you will likely be exhausted by the end of the moving process to walk up the stairs with even more goods.
Disassemble Furniture
● Large furniture items like mattresses or
cabinets are challenging to store. If possible, disassemble furniture to make
transit more accessible and things easier to store.
● Pack delicate items in bubble wrap after
disassembling them to safeguard them.
● Put any screws or bolts in a Ziplock
container and label it with the piece of furniture it belongs
to.
● Label all home furnishings parts so you can easily reassemble each piece of furniture.
Packing Electronics
Packing electronics requires a bit more
attention since you want to assure that they will operate after you retrieve
them from storage. Here are some packing ideas for electronics:
● To reduce dust, pack gadgets in linen or clean
newspaper.
● To provide an additional layer of protection,
try wrapping electronics with sliding pads or sheets.
● Read the documentation for the electronic
since it will typically provide instructions on how to transport and store it
properly.
● Never place electronics in a storage container
on the floor; instead, place them on a mattress or an item of furniture.
● Keep cords with the item of equipment being
stored so that you don’t lose any pieces once you remove them. Consider storing
cords in properly labeled plastic bags so you always know which device they
belong to.
● If you still have the original box that items
arrived in, consider utilizing it.
● For sensitive devices, consider weather-resistant storage.
Don’t Overload and Overpack the Boxes
Boxes should not be heavier than you can
easily lift. Heavy objects should be placed at the bottom of boxes to give a
strong foundation. Check that they are “square” and do not protrude
at the front or sides. It ensures that they remain sturdy when stacked in your
storage facility.
It is also critical not to overpack the boxes.
If the box is just half full, the contents may shift during delivery or be
crushed beneath the weight of more giant boxes or objects. Fill empty gaps with
foam packing peanuts to save weight.
Clearly Label Your Moving Boxes
Label your moving boxes using a significant
ballpoint marker and detailed explanations of where the box’s contents should
be placed in your new home. Start by writing what is in the box, which room it
belongs in, and what number concerns the total number of boxes in that
sequence. Keep your labeling clear and explicit if you have a huge house.
If the items are fragile, label the box on all sides to ensure proper handling. To make your first day in your new place comfortable, label boxes containing items you will require when you first arrive.
Conclusion
Keep these packing and storage recommendations
in mind for your impending relocation. The more effort and care you put into
the relocation, the less stressful the moving day will be.
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relocation, please get in touch with Friend Moving Company. We are one of the
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