Who can’t use some moving tips when they’re packing up their whole life for a new home in Boca Raton? If you’re among thousands of people who have picked up and moved their family to a new home or a new community, you have fresh memories of some of the ups and downs or thrills or frustrations of moving. Being prepared helps. Moving companies appreciate it and your family will too.
Select a Reputable Moving Company
Look for experienced moving companies. Boca Raton has many well-established moving firms known for good service and reliability. Do not get movers just because they offer a discount. Choosing someone that is unreliable or inexperienced will waste more time and money than you can imagine.
Get Extra Help
The more help you have, the better. It will make your moving experience go smoother. You will get a lot more done with some family members and friends helping you pack and unpack. If your children are old enough, they should be helping too.
Box Everything Up
Get boxes in assorted sizes. Be sure they’re clean, in good condition and have covers so they can be closed and sealed with tape. Start collecting them from your local merchants, or purchase them from your moving company. You may even have an assortment of boxes available for use in your attic, garage or another storage area in your home. Take advantage of what you have on hand as well to pack everything from fragile items, such as glasses and vases to other items such as clothing and kitchen supplies.
Wrap Items
You will need plenty of wrapping paper and heavy-duty tape. Anything wrapped in newsprint will most likely be soiled from the ink and will require cleaning after unpacking. For items you prefer to keep clean, you can purchase this packing paper from your mover.
Mark and Label Items
Felt pens are ideal for marking boxes with information such as its contents, destination room, fragile or this side up. As you’re packing, place removable, colored, circle stickers on your boxes to easily distinguish kitchen items, from bedroom items, from bathroom items, etc. Use a different color for each room. If necessary, make a master list so you’ll know what is in each box.
