BOXES. All boxes should be securely sealed or taped on top and bottom. All boxes must be filled to the edge and not above for stacking purposes.
ITEMS THAT CANNOT BE TRANSPORTED. Paint, firearms, flammables, caustics, corrosives, aerosols, candles, matches, antifreeze, oils, bleach, unsealed containers, plants and pets.
BEDDING. Our professional movers will dismantle your beds and reassemble them in your new residence.
BOOKS. Books should be packed in small, strong cartons. They should be placed cover to cover. Wrap valuable books individually. Do not pack books in furniture drawers or leave in portable bookshelves or bookcases.
CANNED GOODS. Pack upright in small, sturdy cartons. Do not pack beyond the limit of portability, (less than 50 pounds per container). Approximately 24 cans to a carton should be sufficient.
CHINA/DISHES. Wrap china and all fragile objects individually in paper. Large plates and heavy pieces should be placed at the bottom of the container, on edge. Smaller plates, cups and saucers should be packed toward the top of the container. Plates and dishes should be placed in a vertical position with pads of paper in between. It is recommended that three inches (3”) of paper line the bottom of the carton and two inches (2”) in between the layers and top.
CLOTHING. Our professional movers will transport your hanging clothes from the closets directly into wardrobe cartons that are provided by your movers. Wardrobe cartons hold approximately 25 hangers, depending on the size of the garments. Your clothing will reach you clean and wrinkle-free. For storage, clothing should be cleaned. Pack small clothing articles in suitcase, trunks or medium-sized cartons.
CLOCKS. Pendulums on clocks should be removed or secured tightly to the base of the clock. Small clocks may be wrapped and placed in cartons.
CURTAINS. These may be placed on hangers and transferred to wardrobe cartons or, they may be folded and placed in cartons. To save handling, they can be sent to the cleaners and delivered directly to your new home.
DRAWERS IN FURNITURE. Light articles such as clothing may be left in drawers of furniture. There may be exceptions. Do not pack heavy items in drawers, bureau, server or buffet drawers. Never leave liquids, breakables or firearms in drawers. Filing cabinet drawers must be emptied.
DRYERS (ELECTRIC OR GAS). Check with your service expert. Motors may need to be checked and secured. Gas lines and vent hoses must be disassembled prior to moving. Be sure you gas lines are tightly shut off and capped if possible. We recommend that you hire a professional certified in the appropriate technical field to disassemble and reassemble all your appliances.
FOOD. Dispose of any open food containers that might spill or spoil. The carrier will not be liable for damage caused by food spilling onto your items. Perishable food should never be stored or shipped.
FREEZERS. These appliances must be completed defrosted or two days prior to moving day. They should be dried and aired out to avoid musty odors. Safety of contents cannot be guaranteed so it is recommended that all contents be removed. Further, we recommend that professional service technician certified in the appropriate technical field disassemble and reassemble all your appliances.
GLASS TOP FURNITURE. For complete safety, glass tops should be boxed or crated. Your professional mover should pad wrap or box your large glass surfaces for proper transporting.
GLASSWARE. Stemware and glassware should be wrapped individually and placed inside a carton. Do not nest unwrapped glasses inside each other. Place wrapped glassware right side up, not on their sides.
GRANDFATHER CLOCKS. Remove chimes and secure chains tightly against the base4 of the clock with wire or strong string and remove weights and pendulums. If it is going log distance, call a reputable clock company to prepare the clock against damages.
JEWELRY. Keep valuable jewelry in your possession at all times.
KITCHEN UTENSILS. These should be cleaned and placed in cartons. Durable, heavy pieces should be placed on the bottom and lighter ones on the top, with each piece padded against potential denting, chipping or scratching. Toasters, irons, waffle irons, mixers, etc, may be wrapped individually and placed in cartons with other kitchen utensils.
KNICK-KNACKS AND SMALL ITEMS. Wrap separately and pack in cartons. Cushion well with packing paper. Pack largest and heaviest items in bottom of container.
LAMPS. Remove ornamental tops (harps) and put in a safe place that you will remember. Small lamps must be wrapped and placed in cartons for safe moving.
LAMPSHADES. Wrap in packing paper only. Place in cartons by themselves marked “Fragile”. They may be nested with a sheet of paper between them but do not pack them as to tear lining or puncture parchment shades.
LINENS. Table and bed linens should be put into strong, medium-sized cartons. They should be lined with packing paper to protect from dust. Do not use newsprint as a liner as the ink may soil the fabric.
MATTRESSES. Our professional movers will protect your mattress with a carton or plastic wrap. Do not try to roll the mattress because it may damage the springs or fabric. You may protect the mattress with a sheet or mattress cover if you like.
MEDICINES. Seal bottles and jar stoppers. Wrap individually and place upright in a small carton. Label as medicine.
MICROWAVES. Glass tray and turntable must be removed then wrapped individually and placed on edge in a carton.
MIRRORS. For storage or long distance moving, mirrors must be crated for safe handling. The movers will remove wall mirrors if they are not fastened to the walls. Mirrors will not be installed on the walls at the new residence. Mirror tops on furniture will be taken off and replaced at destination.
MOWERS AND GASOLINE POWERED TOOLS. Gas tanks should be drained and oil reservoirs emptied. No flammable mixtures or articles may be transported on public carriers.
PICTURES – PAINTINGS. Small pictures may be safely placed between the folds of blankets or pillows and placed on edge in cartons. Large and valuable pictures and paintings must be padded, wrapped and crated for moving.
PLANTS. These should be handled personally or given to a florist to send to your destination. The moving company will not assume responsibility for living plants.
REFRIGERATORS. It is very important to defrost and thoroughly dry your refrigerator before moving. The doors should be left open to air out several hours after defrosting. Water lines must be disconnected prior to move. A professional service technician should be consulted to properly disconnect and reconnect of all your appliances.
RUGS. It is not necessary to remove rugs from floors. Our movers will do this for you. They will be rolled to avoid crushing. If they are to be stored, have them cleaned. Tacks should be removed from carpeting before our movers arrive.
SILVERWARE. Leave in original containers or wrap in cloth or paper and pack in boxes. Place padding in silver chests to prevent moving and scratching.
STEREO COMPONENTS. Stereo receiver, CD player, tape deck, turntable, DVD player, surround sound/audio systems and related video/audio components all must be disconnected and packed individually in a sturdy box. CD’s, videos, DVD’s, games, etc., should be removed from the units and placed on edge in a small carton. Small speakers should be placed in cartons.
STOVES. Stoves must be disconnected prior to move. Be sure gas liens are tightly shut off and capped if possible. If electric range coils are loose, they must be removed along with griddles, deep fryers and oth4er removable parts, and then packed separately. Pots and pans must be taken out and packed in cartons. A professional service technician should be consulted to properly disconnect and reconnect of all your appliances.
TELEVISION SETS. Some large screen TV’s should be serviced both before and after moving. Television antennas and other components such as VCR’s and DVD players must be disconnected the placed in cartons.
TOILETRIES. Seal the corks and stoppers of cosmetics, medicines, and perfume bottles before wrapping separately in paper and placing upright in cartons. Aerosols, flammables, corrosives and nail polish products must not be packed.
TOOLS. If they are valuable, wrap separately. Tools can be put into small, strong cartons without wrapping individually.
VALUABLES. You should handle legal documents, import papers, jewelry and currency personally. These items should be in your possession at all times throughout your move.
WASHERS. Automatic washers should be serviced by an authorized service expert. Motors should be checked and secured; tumbler action should be protected and fastened in place. Hoses must be disconnected and stored in washer or a carton. Clothing must be removed from agitator barrel. A professional service technician should be consulted to properly disconnect and reconnect of all your appliances.
