Packing & Money Saving Tips for Your Next Move

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PACKING & MONEY SAVING TIPS

Interested in saving time and money on your move? You’re in luck! As moving experts, Two men And a Truck have compiled this comprehensive list of tips to ensure your move is a smooth one.

MOVING TIPS

  • Clean out closets, the attic, and the basement as soon as you decide it’s time to move. For large appliances, check your owner’s manuals for any special moving instructions.
  • As you take apart furniture and other items, tape all parts to the main base.
  • By law, a moving company can’t transport hazardous materials such as gasoline, bottled gases, and other flammables such as ammunition or explosives. Plan ahead for these items.
  • Schedule disconnect times about a week before your move day — you don’t want to have to pay for cable, phone, and utilities beyond move day!

More Moving Tips

PACKING TIPS

  • Use only small boxes for books. They get very heavy very fast.
  • Never use printed newsprint to wrap fine china.
  • Always stack dishes vertically when packing.
  • Pack important and sentimental documents separately for easy access including children’s health records, passports, family records, insurance information, and photo albums.
  • Rule of thumb: the heavier the item, the smaller the box.

More Packing Tips

Check out the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® blog for additional tips on creating a successful move day for children.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is the largest franchised moving company both in the United States and internationally. Currently there are 349 national locations and 2,534 trucks operating in the U.S.; in total, the company operates more than 380 locations and 2,700 trucks. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has performed more than 6 million moves since its inception in 1985. The company has seen consistent monthly growth dating back to December 2009 and more than 60 consecutive months of record growth. Each location is independently owned and operated. For franchising opportunities, visit franchise.twomenandatruck.com.