Packing Tips

• 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.