It is very common for people to pack the contents of their home when they are planning a move. For long distance moves outside of Houston and the state of Texas, ensuring the packing is done correctly will help to protect your valuable items.
To help you to pack correctly, here are some planning and packing tips from top long distance movers.
Know What You Can’t Pack
Generally, nothing flammable, corrosive or explosive can be put on a truck with long distance movers. This includes all types of chemicals, acids, fuels, all types of batteries, ammunition, firecrackers or similar types of materials. They pose too great of a risk of combustion or damage in the truck, particularly when combined with heat and poor ventilation in the loaded area.
For long distance travel, plants can also not be transported in the truck nor can any type of perishable foods. This includes frozen foods, even if in insulated containers. Spoiling and rotting of these types of items can attract insects and also damage the contents of the load.
Pack Early and Correctly
Start packing your Houston home, apartment or condo early and don’t wait until the last minute. There are lots of great videos online that show basic packing techniques that can help to protect your breakable and fragile items.
Be sure to clearly mark boxes as fragile and also tape and secure boxes with lots of bubble wrap and packing peanuts. Use new boxes, not old or recycled boxes, for maximum protection.
The packing services for long distance movers are always a good idea for breakable, fragile or valuable items. These packers can quickly and correctly pack the whole Houston home, or just complete packing the rooms or items you want to leave to the professionals.
