In a recent conversation with movers in Los Angeles, I found out that there are a ton of things people can do to make their packing better to keep their items safe during their relocation. While you can always have a moving company in Los Angeles move for you, LA movers are always happy to give you packing suggestions if you choose to move yourself.
Here is a list of the top packing tips from LA movers:
1. Gather up all of your packing supplies before you start packing anything.
2. Pack your heavy items in the bottom of boxes.
3. Do not pack any of your boxes to be more than about 50 pounds.
4. Use packing materials you have around the house which are free. Suggestions include things like socks, t-shirts, towels, blankets, etc…
5. Make sure that all of your boxes close flat and can be taped shut. This will ensure that things do not get smashed in transit.
6. Pack all of your smaller items into smaller boxes and then place those small boxes into larger ones.
7. Make sure any liquid items are very well sealed and will not leak. You can place them inside ZipLock bags to catch any leaks. Mark the top of the box and make sure that it stays with the top end up.
8. Leave your clothing in your dresser drawers for the move. After all, you have to move the dresser anyway right?
9. Keep a list of all of your boxes and the items they contain. Number your boxes to match your list.
10. Keep any valuable papers or items with you and move them in your own vehicle rather than in a moving van.
11. If you have something which comes apart, such as furniture items, tape them for moving so that you do not loose their parts.
12. Keep the needs of your children in your mind. Allow them to be part of the move and answer any questions which they might have.
13. Keep the needs of any of your pet in mind and make sure you have taken them into account in your moving plans.
14. Make sure you keep all of your medications with you at all times so that they will not be lost and have to be replaced.
By taking each of these packing suggestions to heart, you can move like a pro and have a stress-free relocation to your new home.