- Never use printed newsprint to wrap fine china.
- Pack important and sentimental documents separately to be easily accessible including: children's health records, passports, family records, insurance information and photo albums.
- For large appliances be sure to check your owner's manuals to see if there are special instructions for moving.
- Always stack dishes upwards when packing.
- Use only small boxes for books. They get very heavy, very fast.
- Remember: the heavier the item, the smaller the box.
- Don't pack with food or supermarket boxes. You never know what little critter is hiding - or if the box will be strong enough to support your possessions.
- Make your reservations for movers two to four weeks before your move day.
- Avoid mixing items from different rooms in the same box.
- Use wardrobe boxes to make closets easier to pack. Clothes in drawers can be placed in suitcases.