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Let's face it, moving can be stressful. But with West Coast Van Lines, it doesn't have to be. To make it easier, here are some time-tested checklists and techniques. Feel free to print them out and use them.
One important decision facing anyone preparing to move is whether to do all the packing personally. For families looking for ways to lower moving costs, substantial savings can be realized by taking charge of the packing themselves.
These instructions are designed to save you worry and to make your move as trouble-free
as possible.
How to pack boxes:
- Tape the bottom of every box. Tape the top closed tightly when full. Run two strips of tape along the side and one strip down the center.
- Use small boxes for heavier items, larger boxes for lightweight, bulky items.
- Wrap small and/or fragile items individually.
- Stuff top, bottom and sides of boxes with paper. This helps prevent shifting, rubbing and possible breakage.
- Label the contents of every box and the room where it belongs.
Don't pack these items:
- Money, securities, valuable papers or jewelry. Keep them with you.
- Flammable items such as aerosol cans, paints, gasoline, etc.
- Perishable items such as frozen foods, produce, plants, etc.
- Soaps, polishes or medicines with foods.
- Kitchenware or other heavy items in boxes with dishware.
Dishware and Glasses
- Use double corrugated boxes.
- Cushion the bottom with rolled up paper.
- Wrap each piece individually.
- Cushion the top and sides with paper to prevent shifting.
Clothing
- Put hanging clothes in wardrobe boxes.
- Place shoes in medium size boxes.
- Use paper to protect and keep pairs separated.
- Place other clothes in medium size/linen size boxes.
Pictures
- Use a picture box.
- Place picture in box, then stuff front, back and along top with paper.
- Packing of pictutes is always required for long distance moves or moves into storage.
- On a local move there is no need to pack your pictures. The movers will deal with them on the day of the move.
Lamps
- Remove lightbulbs
- Put lampshade in separate box.
- Mark "Fragile"
Electronics
- If possible, pack in original cartons.
- If not, pack each item in ample amounts of bubble wrap or white paper.
- Code wiring with tape for easy installation.
- Stereo: fasten down the tone arm and dust cover.
- Compact Disk: check instructions to secure the laser.
- Personal Computer: back up all important diskettes, "park" the hard disk (program often included on diagnostic diskette). For floppy disk drive, insert an old or blank disk.
Moving Day: Moving Out
- Arrange to be on hand for last minute details and to give directions to movers.
- Leave the whole day for your move.
- Have payment for movers on hand.
- Before leaving, check each room and closet.
- When you leave, turn off lights, close windows and lock doors.
Moving Day: Moving In
- Supervise placement of boxes and furniture.
- Check for damages. Inspect large items. Look for boxes that are crushed or open.
- Inform the moving foreman and review the claims procedure with him.
- Go back to the truck. Make sure nothing was left behind. Check all the compartments.
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