Moving can be stressful and overwhelming, even if you’re just going across town. While packing everything you own is never easy, careful planning will streamline the process and ensure your belongings get to your new home safely. If you’re going to move, here are a few packing tips to get you started.

4 Packing Tips for a Smooth Move

1. Use Appropriately Sized Boxes

Since large boxes can hold more items, it’s easy to over-pack and make them too heavy. Instead, reserve larger boxes for lightweight items, like clothing, pillows, and blankets, and put heavy books and cookware in smaller containers that are easier to carry.

2. Buy High-Quality Materials

Cheap, flimsy boxes and tapes can come apart in transit, potentially destroying some of your most treasured belongings. At the very least, broken boxes make unpacking cumbersome and time-consuming, so invest in sturdy materials and high-quality packing tape.

3. Empty Dressers

Dressers, cabinets, and other large furniture pieces are heavy enough on their own, so make sure they’re empty before you start moving. You may want to move the shelves and drawers separately, especially if you have nice wood antique pieces.

4. Pack Plates Vertically

Plates and dishes are some of the most commonly broken items during moving, so take special care when packing delicate dishware. Instead of stacking your plates and saucers, slide them into the box vertically, like records.

 

Whether you’re leaving Hawaii or moving across town, trust the team at S & S Delivery to take the stress out of the process. They’ve been serving Oahu families for over 40 years, building a reputation as one of the island’s most reliable and respected moving companies. Get more information about their specialized moving services online, or call (808) 833-1857 to speak with a team member about your relocation needs.