Packing 101:
-Limit your boxes and cartons to a maximum of 50 pounds
-Wrap items carefully
-Use crushed newsprint for cushioning
-Use boxes that can be securely taped shut
-Pack similar weight items together
-Label all boxes with your name, original room, destination room, brief description of contents

Room by room tips for packing:

Garage
-Drain power tools of oil and gas.
-Sharp-edged tools (wrap in old towels)
-Grills (dispose of charcoal and, if applicable, disconnect propane tank) note: Propane tanks cannot be transported in the moving truck.
-Keep hardware for disassembled items in small plastic bag

Kitchen
-Dispose of all perishables
-Wrap china and glasses separately in clean paper (Use a large amount of paper padding between items in boxes)
-Pack heavier items such as pots and pans in the bottom of boxes
-Large appliances such as refrigerators: clean thoroughly and disconnect all hoses. If necessary, have a licensed technicians disconnect the appliance (in the case of gas ranges)

Bedroom
-Hanging clothing can be transported in large wardrobe cartons available from us. If wardrobe boxes are not used, fold and pack clothing in suitcases or boxes lined with clean paper.
-Use a large, clean plastic bag for packing linens in boxes. Linens and bedding can be used as cushioning for boxes.
-Pillows (make good padding for other items)
-Mirrors (should be packed in special cartons)
-Rugs (Have them cleaned before moving and you’ll receive them rolled in a form easy for transport.)

Living Room
-Books - pack the same size together in a box  (Do not overload boxes.)
-Lamp Shades are particularly fragile. Pack with clean paper and place in a box at least two inches large than shade diameter. Label the box “Lamp Shades - Fragile - Top Load Only.”
-Stereo Equipment - use original boxes - secure as appropriate - consult your manual
-Furniture: Your moving professionals will shrink wrap large items such as sofas. Talk to your moving professionals beforehand about leather items. Couch pillows can be packed in large boxes.
-Large items such as pianos or pool tables (a qualified professional should assist you with moving preparations for these items)