Helpful Packing Tips

• Start collecting boxes early. An easy way to store cartons so they don't take up storage space is to open both ends and flatten them out. Cartons can be resealed with tape as you use them.
• Start packing early. Even if you only pack two boxes a day, in thirty days you will have packed sixty boxes. Start in areas where the goods are not in frequent use such as the cellar, attic, garage, closed shelves, etc.
• Set up a clean work area, preferably on a large table.
• Pack on a room-by-room basis and make sure all cartons are properly labeled with contents and room location where they will be unpacked (such as kitchen, master bedroom, family room, etc.).
• While packing, wash your hands frequently to prevent soiling articles that are being packed.
• Consider purchasing some specialized cartons for items such as mattresses, clothing, mirrors, pictures and tall items such as table lamps. Ask your Global agent about the options that are available.
• Utilize movers wardrobe cartons for hanging clothing such as suits, dresses and coats. This will save you the trouble and expense of having your garments cleaned and pressed later. You should not leave clothing in garment bags because they are not designed to withstand moving stress. Clothing travels better in wardrobes with the garment bags folded and placed in the bottom of the wardrobe carton.
• Dresser drawers do not need to be empty; movers can handle chests with the drawer contents left intact. Do look through all drawers and remove any breakable and/or valuable articles. Make sure that drawer contents are not too heavy because too much weight can cause damage to the drawer while en route.
• Small, heavy articles like books, records and canned goods should be packed in smaller boxes. Bulkier but not-so-heavy articles such as pots, pans, linens, and small kitchen appliances can go in somewhat larger boxes. Very bulky, lightweight articles such as blankets, pillows, toys, large lamp shades, and shoes go in the largest boxes.
• Pack heavier items on the bottom of the box, lighter items on the top.
• Avoid overpacking cartons. Weight of small cartons should not exceed 40 lbs., medium cartons 50 lbs., and large cartons 60 lbs.
• Do not pack any flammables, combustibles or explosives. The safety of the shipment is of primary concern, and it is also in violation of Federal regulations. Movers are not allowed to transport aerosol spray cans, paint, paint thinner, gasoline, or anything else of a flammable or explosive nature.
• Do not pack coins, currency, valuable papers, jewelry or other important items. Carry them with you instead.
• Make sure boxes and cartons have lids and secure them with tape after closing.

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