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If you plan to do your own packing, start well in
advance of your moving date. This avoids the last minute "packing rush".
Label all your boxes according to the room
you would like them placed in, (example: kitchen, master bedroom, living room etc.)
For long haul moves make sure you label all
of your cartons with your name, destination, city and contact phone number.
Pack all mirrors and pictures in cartons
with proper padding around them.
For long haul moves it is advisable to
remove pedals from bikes and place them in a bike carton.
Label one box as SET UP, in this box
put all the screws nuts and bolts and other pieces needed to put your furniture back
together. Place each set of screws in a small bag with a label indicating which piece of
furniture it was from. Some companies may suggest tapping the bag to the furniture,
the problem with this is that the tape may come loose and you'll loose your pieces or the
tape is too strong and you peel off the finish on your furniture.
Make sure all jars containing liquids have
their lids tightly secured then taped. Place all secured jars in their own plastic bag
before packing for added protection from leakage. Do not pack liquids in boxes moved
by Tender Touch.
Place shoes in grocery bags before packing
them to prevent scuffing and soiling of other items in the carton.
Never overcrowd a box with fragile items.
Pack your mattress and box spring in
mattress bags for protection from soiling.
All lamps need to be packed in appropriate
boxes. First remove the shade from the base then pack them both separately. Light bulbs
should be removed and packed separately as well.
Pack all heavy items such as books and
records etc., in small boxes, preferably 2 cubic in size.
Remember, the lighter the item, the larger
the box.
Try to use uniform size boxes. This
will make your load easier to pack, saving you time and money on local moves and will
eliminate shifting on long haul moves.
It is not necessary to empty dresser drawers of light
clothes, but remove liquids, breakables, books, valuables, etc. All drawers that
open open like cupboards should be emptied. In special cases where you have
difficult access, the dresser is very heavy or the dresser is an antique or fragile, all
drawers should be completely emptied.
All boxes must be sealed with tape. This
will prevent any items from falling out and allows your mover to stack them on top of each
other.
Pack all your boxes full, so it can hold the
weight of another box on top of it.
When packing, use only strong corrugated
boxes that can be sealed. If you need us to supply you with boxes see our
box and packing supply order form to place an order.
Mark all boxes containing breakables with a
red marker, spelling "fragile" around all 4 sides and on top.
Try to start packing well before your move
date. The easiest way is to do a few boxes per day.
Make sure your boxes are strong enough to
hold the weight of the contents you place in it.
Pack heavier items at the bottom of the
boxes.
When packing dishes, cups or any breakables,
remember to place a layer of crumpled paper at the bottom of the box and between each
layer. Try to keep the weight of the box under 45lbs. The heavier the item the smaller the
box.
When packing cups or glasses stuff the
inside with crumpled paper.
When packing plates, CDs or records,
always place them standing vertically up in the box.
Wrap all breakables with packing paper,
preferably several sheets on each item.
On local moves label one box " TO BE
UNLOADED FIRST" for items you will require immediately upon your arrival to you
new home. Please make sure your movers are aware of this carton so they can load it into
the truck last. (example of items to be included: tools, toiletries, remote
controls, phone etc.)
Extremely fragile items such as china,
mirrors and pictures are best packed by Tender Touch.
Ensure that you declare a value on your
goods; otherwise your furniture will only be covered for 60 cents per pound per article.
See "Our Protection."
Do not pack any flammable, corrosives or
explosive materials in your cartons. These items must be moved by you or disposed
of. i.e. matches, propane tanks, aerosols, paints, and fuels.
Mark "DO NOT LOAD" on anything you
don't want the movers to take and set them aside in the corner of a room or a designated
area.
Empty gasoline/diesel from lawnmower and outboard
motors.
Tie or tape mops, brooms, and shovels into a bundle.
Do not pack cleaning products in the same box as your
food. (No liquids or chemicals can be moved my Tender Touch.)
Pack hanging clothes and drapes in wardrobes.
Never use newspaper to pack. The ink rubs off.
Carry currency, jewelry and valuable
paper's yourself. Movers will not take responsibility for these items of
extraordinary value.
