www.FindAzProperties.com - Tips for Packing Like a Pro

• Develop a master “to do” list so you won’t forget something critical.

• Sort and get rid of things you no longer want or need. Have a garage sale, donate to a charity, or recycle.

• Don’t throw out everything. If your inclination is to just toss it, ask yourself how frequently you use an item and how you’d feel if you no longer had it.

• Pack like items together. Put toys with toys, kitchen utensils with kitchen utensils.

• Decide what you plan to move yourself. Precious items such as family photos, valuable breakables, or must haves should probably stay with you.

• Use a tight box for the item. Loose items encourage breakage.

• Put heavy items in small boxes so they’re easier to lift. Keep weight under 50 lbs. if possible.

• Don’t over-pack boxes and increase chances things will break.

• Wrap every fragile item separately and pad bottom and sides of boxes.

• 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.

• Use color-coded labels to indicate which room each item should go into. Color-code a floor plan for your new house to help movers.

• Keep your moving documents together, including phone numbers, driver’s name and van number. Also keep your address book handy.

• Back up your computer files before moving your computer.

• Inspect each box and all furniture for damage as soon as it arrives.

• Remember, most movers won’t take plants.

To estimate your moving costs, use this calculator courtesy of homefair.com

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