Before you begin to pack, download our handy weight calculator so that you know exactly how much you can put into your 1-800-PACK-RAT container. When strategizing the packing process, remember that heavier items should be placed on the floor of the container and spread evenly throughout so you do not overload one side. No matter which size container you are using, the packing principles are the same. Once you have secured all of your larger and more fragile items in protective wrap, boxed all of your other belongings, and have safeguarded your walls, floors, and other parts of your old home from damage during the move, you are ready to pack your container. Be sure to mark any boxes or containers that contain breakable items as “fragile,” and be mindful of what you place on top of them! Use the wrap on larger furniture items and blankets to keep the items from shifting or getting damaged. Make sure you have plenty of boxes, protective bubble or shrink wrap, and a sturdy, weight tested dolly on hand (wrap a furniture blanket around your dolly or hand cart to keep it from scratching or damaging any furniture your place on it). Boxes can easily be stacked to make sure you are making the most of the space inside the container. When preparing the rest of your belongings, we recommend that you pack as much as you can into boxes and not leave items loose.

You can also use floor or furniture mats or blankets to protect walls and banisters from being damaged during your move. Painters tape can be used to keep your rugs, blankets, and mats in place to further protect your walls and other surfaces. Use floor mats that won’t slide if you have wood or laminate floors to protect them from scratching. that could get damaged when moving bulky or heavy items. It is a good idea to protect any walls, flooring, banisters, etc. Now you can begin preparing your old home for the move. Use furniture blankets or pad wrap them instead.

Do not use shrink wrap on leather or suede, as condensation can form on the inside of the wrapping, damaging the contents. For smaller items such as lamps, be sure to remove the light bulbs from them before wrapping them in shrink or bubble wrap. If you can break down a large item such as a bed frame, it will save you a lot of space later on. This can be anything from a bed frame and dresser to lamps and small pieces of furniture. Start by breaking down large and small items. Once you have your list made and everything categorized, it is time to prepare for your move. If you are using more than one of our portable storage containers for your move, be sure to create a list of what will be going in each container so that your move can be more organized. Keep in mind that whatever you pack first at your departure location, you will be unpacking last at your arrival location! We also recommend that you clearly label all of your boxes, so you know what is in them and what room they will be going to in your new home. For instance, you may wish to pack the kitchen items in first, or the living room. This includes making a list of what you have and where you will be putting items once you arrive at your new home – we recommend your list is categorized somehow, such as by room name.

Once you have everything packed and ready to go, take some time to get organized before you start loading your portable storage container. Now, let’s get started on packing your container and maximizing your space efficiently! Planning Out Your Move Don’t forget to have some bottled water and snacks set aside for the day of as well, especially in the Summertime. To make this easier for you, we now offer moving supplies that can be shipped directly to your door in as fast as 48 hours! Check out our website to see all that we offer and how we can make the moving process even easier.įor more information on packing and other moving tips, check out our how-to-guide section on our website. This includes plenty of boxes, bubble wrap, furniture blankets, labels, tape, and so on. Before You Begin the Moveīefore you start packing your container, make sure you have all the supplies you’ll need to pack your belongings properly. The 1-800-PACK-RAT Team is excited to be a part of your upcoming move and happy you chose to partner with us! Our goal is to make your move as simple and stress-free as possible, so to help with your move, we have put together the following guide that will give you some tips on how to pack your portable storage container. Pack Your Portable Storage Unit Like a Pro

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