Protecting Fragile Items from Harm

There are many ways to protect fragile items from harm. Wrapping glass and other valuables in newspaper, bubble wrap, shrink wrap, or cushioned inserts that come with boxes purchased through moving companies will help protect them during the loading, unloading, and transportation stages of your move.

When placing glass and other fragile items into a box, line the bottom of the box with newspaper or bubble wrap. Completely cover the items in wrapping material and place them carefully into the box. Do not pack too many items in one box. Make sure the box can be sealed completely before placing in the moving truck.

You may be able to buy moving insurance when using a moving company. This insurance will cover any damage to items up to a certain limit. If moving across the country to internationally, this insurance is a good investment.

Choosing the Right Box Sizes

Packing is an important step in the relocation process. The boxes you choose should be the correct size so the items inside are well protected. If you try to fit large items into smaller boxes, they may break or damage other items in the moving truck. Boxes should always close easily and should be sealed with packing tape.

Using boxes that have been used a few times may no longer be strong enough for you to move with. Make sure all boxes are sturdy so your items will not fall out when moving boxes to and from the truck. If you are unsure about a box, then you should not use.

Many moving companies will not move your boxes unless they are packed using new boxes. Contact the moving company before packing so you don't have to empty boxes and start all over.