The process packing to move and moving is not easy. However, Box Xpress has developed a household moving checklist of packing supplies to help you organize and execute your move. In addition to the household moving checklist, Box Xpress is also pleased to share some helpful packing tips to assure a safe move.

Taking Inventory

People frequently move because they've outgrown their home. At Gentle Giant, we’ve found that almost everyone we move has unused items that are taking up a great deal of space. The time period prior to your move is an ideal time to start organizing and discarding unused items. A great first step on your moving checklist is gathering unwanted clothing and furniture pieces which may be donated to charitable organizations. In preparing for your move, set aside important documents and items that may be needed during or immediately after the move, such as plane tickets, passports, medicine, etc.

Creating a Checklist

Of all the packing tips we can offer, the most important is to equip yourself with quality packing supplies. While “free” used food or liquor boxes may seem like a good bargain initially, they are typically poorly constructed and not designed for re-use; placing your possessions at high risk of damage on a move. Peace of mind for your move begins with the guaranteed high quality of Box Xpress boxes and supplies. For information on ordering your supplies, click here.

Before you begin packing, make sure you have plenty of the following essential moving and packing supplies on hand:

Packing Supplies Checklist

• Appropriately-sized packing boxes (refer to our Materials Usage Guidelines for suggested uses of various sized moving boxes)
• Packing paper: Critical for padding the inside of moving boxes and in wrapping delicate or fragile items
• Sturdy packing tape for sealing moving boxes
• A tape gun
• Black permanent markers for labeling moving boxes
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