Moving Tips
Our moving tips are to help you during the time of your upcoming move and to make
your next relocation with TransAmerica Movers a breeze.
We know the ins and outs of moving. We have moving tips with guidelines on packing
each room of your residence, moving appliances and all other moving situations you
may encounter along the way.
The easiest and most stress-free moves come from being organized. Organization
helps you to efficiently manage all the aspects of your move. That's why the experts at
TransAmerica Movers offer all this information in one convenient place - to help you
move better.
Our 14 years experience in the moving industry has allowed us to find out what works
and what doesn't during a move. With detailed planning, organization and a few helpful
moving tips, you can have an expert move just like a professional. We are passing on
our experience to you to assist you in every aspect of your relocation.
Do-it-yourself packing is a big job, but it can be a worthwhile way to save money on your
relocation costs. With the right materials and a little help from TransAmerica Movers in
the form of packing tips, you can achieve professional results and maximize the
protection of your possessions.
Packing tips are extremely useful when it comes time to box up your household. By
packing things appropriately and in an organized fashion, damage can be prevented.
Plus, the better you pack, the easier it will be to unpack at your new residence.
Preparation
First, we recommend you start with professional materials, including:
• Tissue paper and packing paper (we call it plain newsprint)
• Packing tape
• A utility knife
• Scissors
• Permanent markers
• Professional quality boxes
The Right Stuff
TransAmerica Movers has a wide range of boxes and professional packing materials
available for purchase to help you organize and safeguard your belongings, including:
• 1.5 cu. ft. Cartons: Small carton for heavy items such as books, files, music CDs
and DVDs/video tapes
• 3.0 cu. ft. Cartons: Medium utility carton often used for pots and pans, toys, and
small appliances
• 4.5 cu. ft. Cartons: For bulky items, such as linens, towels or toys
• Wardrobe cartons: A "portable closet" that keeps clothes or draperies hanging on
a built-in bar
• Mirror cartons: Several sizes of telescoping cartons for framed pictures, mirrors or
glass
• Mattress cartons: Available in queen/king, double, single (twin) and crib sizes. A
separate carton is necessary for box springs
• Stretch wraps: A special plastic covering that safely adheres to furniture and
protects it from snags, tears, and dirt
Check with your TransAmerica Movers agent on materials available for purchase.
Use newspaper only for cushioning-never place newspaper against items as the ink
will rub off. It can get embedded in fine china, so be wary!H
How To Pack:
If you decide to do the packing yourself, you will need to have everything properly packed
and ready for loading when the moving van arrives. All packing should be completed the
evening before moving day. Only essential personal items you'll need that night, the
next morning and immediately at your destination should be left for last minute packing.
Some basic packing tips to keep in mind:
• Follow a timetable - people often underestimate how long it takes to pack!
• Start with items you won't need right away, such as belongings stored in the
basement, garage or attic
• Packing room-by-room will help you stay organized
• Establish work areas in each room
• As you complete a room, sort packed boxes by weight (light, medium, heavy) to
make loading the moving van easier and quicker
• Limit cartons to a maximum weight of 50 pounds
• For best results, have your mover pack:
• Marble or glass tabletops, heavy wall ornaments and mirrors 40" x 60" or larger
• Pool tables and pianos
• Bulky, fragile items like large trophies, statues, chandeliers, etc.
• Major appliances
Tricks of the Trade:
Our TransAmerica Movers professionals will check your packed boxes to ensure safe
transportation. If it is their opinion that items are improperly packed or cartons are
susceptible to damage, they may ask you to re-pack these items.
Provide plenty of cushioning by packing loosely crumpled, plain newsprint in the bottom
of boxes - leave room at the top for more crumpled paper
• Wrap all fragile, breakable items in paper before packing them in boxes
• Pack large and heavy items first, smaller items next, filling in all empty spaces
with plain newsprint
• Use only sturdy cartons that can be easily closed (don't over stuff), then tape top
seams securely - do not use plastic containers to pack your belongings
• Label boxes clearly: Your name, room where the box should go in your new home
and a brief description of the contents
• When packing a large screen TV and other electronics:
• If you no longer have the original carton and packing materials, carefully pack the
item in a sturdy carton that has been lined with newsprint or bubble wraps
• Securely seal the carton
• When packing your personal computer, printer, scanner, or other equipment:
• Disconnect and mark all wires and cables for easy assembly
• Detach paper holders/feeders from printers and wrap monitors and additional
hardware as you would other home electronics
• Remove toner and ink cartridges
• Back up all of your computer files on DVDs or other file storage disks/devices
• Consult your PC user manual for additional instructions and precautions
What NOT to Pack:
We recommend you to transport valuable and irreplaceable items in the car with you
rather than on the truck. In addition, there are several other hazardous materials such
as explosives, compressed gases, flammable liquids and solids, oxidizers, poisons,
corrosives and radioactive materials that must not be packed.
Common examples include:
• Nail polish remover
• Paints and paint thinners
• Lighter fluid
• Gasoline
• Fireworks
• Oxygen bottles
• Propane cylinders
• Automotive repair and maintenance chemicals
Label Boxes Correctly:
Each and every carton must be labeled:
• Use a broad, felt-tipped marker.
• Clearly mark room and contents.
• Indicate "FRAGILE" on delicates; "THIS END UP" where appropriate.
• As you finish with each carton, list the contents on the side of the carton (for easy
viewing while stacked) and in a special notebook. You might want to number and/or
code the cartons as well.
• Indicate your name and the room to which each carton should be delivered at
destination. Tape a sign on the door of each room at destination corresponding to the
carton labels so movers can get the cartons into the proper rooms quickly.
More Tips:
• Empty drawers of breakables, non-transportable items and anything that would
puncture or damage other items.
• Pack similar items together. Do not pack a delicate china figurine in the same
carton with cast-iron frying pans, for example.
• Keep all parts or pairs of things together. For example, curtain rod hangers, mirror
bolts and other small hardware items should be placed in plastic bags and taped or
tied securely to the article to which they belong.
• Wind electrical cords, fastening them so they do not dangle.
• Wrap items individually in clean paper; use tissue paper, paper towels or even
facial tissue for fine china, crystal and delicate items. Colored wrapping paper draws
attention to very small things that might otherwise get lost in a carton. Use a double
layer of newsprint for a good outer wrapping.
• Place a two- or three-inch layer of crushed paper in the bottom of cartons for
cushioning.
• Build up the layers, with the heaviest things on the bottom, medium weight next
and lightest on top.
• As each layer is completed, fill in empty spaces firmly with crushed paper and add
more crushed paper to make a level base for the next layer, or use sheets of cardboard
cut from cartons as dividers.
• Cushion well with crushed paper; towels and lightweight blankets may also be
used for padding and cushioning. The more fragile the item, the more cushioning
needed. Be sure no sharp points, edges or rims are left uncovered.
• Pack small, fragile, individually-wrapped items separately or a few together in
small boxes, cushioning with crushed or shredded paper. Place small boxes in a
single large box, filling in spaces with crushed paper.
• Avoid overloading cartons, but strive for a firm pack that will prevent items from
shifting; the cover should close easily without force, but should not bend inward.
• Seal cartons tightly with tape except for those containing items that must be left
open for the van operator's inspection.
Our moving tips are to help you during the time of your upcoming move and to make
your next relocation with TransAmerica Movers a breeze.
We know the ins and outs of moving. We have moving tips with guidelines on packing
each room of your residence, moving appliances and all other moving situations you
may encounter along the way.
The easiest and most stress-free moves come from being organized. Organization
helps you to efficiently manage all the aspects of your move. That's why the experts at
TransAmerica Movers offer all this information in one convenient place - to help you
move better.
Our 14 years experience in the moving industry has allowed us to find out what works
and what doesn't during a move. With detailed planning, organization and a few helpful
moving tips, you can have an expert move just like a professional. We are passing on
our experience to you to assist you in every aspect of your relocation.
Do-it-yourself packing is a big job, but it can be a worthwhile way to save money on your
relocation costs. With the right materials and a little help from TransAmerica Movers in
the form of packing tips, you can achieve professional results and maximize the
protection of your possessions.
Packing tips are extremely useful when it comes time to box up your household. By
packing things appropriately and in an organized fashion, damage can be prevented.
Plus, the better you pack, the easier it will be to unpack at your new residence.
Preparation
First, we recommend you start with professional materials, including:
• Tissue paper and packing paper (we call it plain newsprint)
• Packing tape
• A utility knife
• Scissors
• Permanent markers
• Professional quality boxes
The Right Stuff
TransAmerica Movers has a wide range of boxes and professional packing materials
available for purchase to help you organize and safeguard your belongings, including:
• 1.5 cu. ft. Cartons: Small carton for heavy items such as books, files, music CDs
and DVDs/video tapes
• 3.0 cu. ft. Cartons: Medium utility carton often used for pots and pans, toys, and
small appliances
• 4.5 cu. ft. Cartons: For bulky items, such as linens, towels or toys
• Wardrobe cartons: A "portable closet" that keeps clothes or draperies hanging on
a built-in bar
• Mirror cartons: Several sizes of telescoping cartons for framed pictures, mirrors or
glass
• Mattress cartons: Available in queen/king, double, single (twin) and crib sizes. A
separate carton is necessary for box springs
• Stretch wraps: A special plastic covering that safely adheres to furniture and
protects it from snags, tears, and dirt
Check with your TransAmerica Movers agent on materials available for purchase.
Use newspaper only for cushioning-never place newspaper against items as the ink
will rub off. It can get embedded in fine china, so be wary!H
How To Pack:
If you decide to do the packing yourself, you will need to have everything properly packed
and ready for loading when the moving van arrives. All packing should be completed the
evening before moving day. Only essential personal items you'll need that night, the
next morning and immediately at your destination should be left for last minute packing.
Some basic packing tips to keep in mind:
• Follow a timetable - people often underestimate how long it takes to pack!
• Start with items you won't need right away, such as belongings stored in the
basement, garage or attic
• Packing room-by-room will help you stay organized
• Establish work areas in each room
• As you complete a room, sort packed boxes by weight (light, medium, heavy) to
make loading the moving van easier and quicker
• Limit cartons to a maximum weight of 50 pounds
• For best results, have your mover pack:
• Marble or glass tabletops, heavy wall ornaments and mirrors 40" x 60" or larger
• Pool tables and pianos
• Bulky, fragile items like large trophies, statues, chandeliers, etc.
• Major appliances
Tricks of the Trade:
Our TransAmerica Movers professionals will check your packed boxes to ensure safe
transportation. If it is their opinion that items are improperly packed or cartons are
susceptible to damage, they may ask you to re-pack these items.
Provide plenty of cushioning by packing loosely crumpled, plain newsprint in the bottom
of boxes - leave room at the top for more crumpled paper
• Wrap all fragile, breakable items in paper before packing them in boxes
• Pack large and heavy items first, smaller items next, filling in all empty spaces
with plain newsprint
• Use only sturdy cartons that can be easily closed (don't over stuff), then tape top
seams securely - do not use plastic containers to pack your belongings
• Label boxes clearly: Your name, room where the box should go in your new home
and a brief description of the contents
• When packing a large screen TV and other electronics:
• If you no longer have the original carton and packing materials, carefully pack the
item in a sturdy carton that has been lined with newsprint or bubble wraps
• Securely seal the carton
• When packing your personal computer, printer, scanner, or other equipment:
• Disconnect and mark all wires and cables for easy assembly
• Detach paper holders/feeders from printers and wrap monitors and additional
hardware as you would other home electronics
• Remove toner and ink cartridges
• Back up all of your computer files on DVDs or other file storage disks/devices
• Consult your PC user manual for additional instructions and precautions
What NOT to Pack:
We recommend you to transport valuable and irreplaceable items in the car with you
rather than on the truck. In addition, there are several other hazardous materials such
as explosives, compressed gases, flammable liquids and solids, oxidizers, poisons,
corrosives and radioactive materials that must not be packed.
Common examples include:
• Nail polish remover
• Paints and paint thinners
• Lighter fluid
• Gasoline
• Fireworks
• Oxygen bottles
• Propane cylinders
• Automotive repair and maintenance chemicals
Label Boxes Correctly:
Each and every carton must be labeled:
• Use a broad, felt-tipped marker.
• Clearly mark room and contents.
• Indicate "FRAGILE" on delicates; "THIS END UP" where appropriate.
• As you finish with each carton, list the contents on the side of the carton (for easy
viewing while stacked) and in a special notebook. You might want to number and/or
code the cartons as well.
• Indicate your name and the room to which each carton should be delivered at
destination. Tape a sign on the door of each room at destination corresponding to the
carton labels so movers can get the cartons into the proper rooms quickly.
More Tips:
• Empty drawers of breakables, non-transportable items and anything that would
puncture or damage other items.
• Pack similar items together. Do not pack a delicate china figurine in the same
carton with cast-iron frying pans, for example.
• Keep all parts or pairs of things together. For example, curtain rod hangers, mirror
bolts and other small hardware items should be placed in plastic bags and taped or
tied securely to the article to which they belong.
• Wind electrical cords, fastening them so they do not dangle.
• Wrap items individually in clean paper; use tissue paper, paper towels or even
facial tissue for fine china, crystal and delicate items. Colored wrapping paper draws
attention to very small things that might otherwise get lost in a carton. Use a double
layer of newsprint for a good outer wrapping.
• Place a two- or three-inch layer of crushed paper in the bottom of cartons for
cushioning.
• Build up the layers, with the heaviest things on the bottom, medium weight next
and lightest on top.
• As each layer is completed, fill in empty spaces firmly with crushed paper and add
more crushed paper to make a level base for the next layer, or use sheets of cardboard
cut from cartons as dividers.
• Cushion well with crushed paper; towels and lightweight blankets may also be
used for padding and cushioning. The more fragile the item, the more cushioning
needed. Be sure no sharp points, edges or rims are left uncovered.
• Pack small, fragile, individually-wrapped items separately or a few together in
small boxes, cushioning with crushed or shredded paper. Place small boxes in a
single large box, filling in spaces with crushed paper.
• Avoid overloading cartons, but strive for a firm pack that will prevent items from
shifting; the cover should close easily without force, but should not bend inward.
• Seal cartons tightly with tape except for those containing items that must be left
open for the van operator's inspection.
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