Moving Tips

Do not pack:
Some items are dangerous, some bulky and fragile items are best packed by our professional staff. Valuable or irreplaceable possessions should travel with you. if in doubt, ask your 4 a smooth move agent or driver.

In boxes:
All loose belongings need to be boxed. Recycled boxes are available free from local stores but, they should all be clean, strong and able to be closed.

First day box:
Paper towels Toilet paper Plastic drinking cups Plastic plates Plastic utensils Light bulbs Cleansers Sponges Screwdriver Hammer Pliers First aid kit Flashlight Bath towels Bath soap.

Storage Tips

Furniture
* Cover all furniture and disassemble, if possible.
* Wrap table legs with packing paper as scratch protection.
* Lay down blankets or a pallet between the furniture and the floor of the storage unit.
* Place assembled tables top down on floor with legs pointing towards the ceiling.
* Stack chairs seat-to-seat with cloth or paper separating them.
* Avoid stacking or leaning furniture against outside walls.

Breakables
* Wrap plates, saucers, and bowls individually before placing it in a china carton.
* Use a china carton divider kit for increased security.
* Fill paper into bottom, top and empty spaces in the carton.

Book and Valuable Papers
* Use file boxes. They are the best containers for your important documents.
* Pack books flat and fill any empty space to minimize movement.
* Avoid overfilling cartons. Books are heavy.
* Keep pallets free of moisture by placing plastic sheeting on top of them.

Large Appliances and Equipment
* Leave appliance doors slightly ajar. Moisture and mildew will damage your valuables so make sure your refrigerator or freezer is clean and dry.
* Use valuable storage space inside appliance's for small items.

Clothes
* Avoid excessive wrinkling to your clothes by employing wardrobe boxes.