- Label each box as follows: Name, Room, Contents
- Drain all fluids from power & yard tools so they won't leak. Dispose of all corrosive & volatile chemicals such as oil, anti-freeze and gasoline.
- After cleaning refrigerator, allow the door to remain open for a while to decrease the humidity in the appliance. Place a stocking filled with coffee grounds or charcoal inside the freezer and refrigerator sections to prevent mildew and musty smells.
- Use strong, clean containers and seal them with packing tape.
- Try not to exceed 50 pounds in each packed container.
- Place heavier items on bottom and lighter items on top.
- Protect finished surfaces with paper to avoid mars and scratches. Use plenty of padding (clean crumpled paper, bubble wrap or styro-foam peanuts) to cushion contents. Recycle materials after the move if possible.
- Pack containers tightly to avoid shifting.
- Fragile items should be packed with extra care in their own compartmentalized boxes.
- Wrap electronic items individually before packing and cushion them well. We recommend using the original manufacturer's cartons for those items.
- Make certain all liquids and foodstuffs are in sealed containers. We do not recommend shipping opened bottles of liquid of any kind.
- Don't overload chests and dressers with clothing and linen items. This could cause furniture joints to separate and collapse.
- Do not wrap lampshades in newspaper; the ink can rub off and stain them. Wrap them in sheets or towels.
- Once you vacate your property, any fixtures or items left behind become the property of the new owner. Make an extra walk through prior to the van's departure.
- If you've hired a moving company, let them pack mirrors and pictures in special cartons to prevent possible damage.