Packing a moving truck
may seem like it is a straightforward
process, but if you want to fit as much as
you can without breaking any of your
belongings, there are some simple rules you
should follow:
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Pack all large
furniture & appliances first. |
1) Pack all large, heavy
furniture and appliances first. Push these
items against the wall closest to the cab.
To make sure the truck is balanced, pack
heavy items across this wall. Make sure to
use furniture padding, that you can probably
get from the moving truck company, to
protect your wood surfaces and corners.
2) Move long items, like
your mattress, box springs and sofas, next.
Place these items along the long walls of
the truck.
3) Anything that can be
disassembled, like your bed frame, do so.
4) Now it is time for
your heaviest boxes. You can place these on
top of your appliances and furniture. Make
sure not to leave any nook or cranny between
your furniture unfilled.
5) Once you have packed
the heavy boxes, pack your lighter boxes.
Make sure that the lightest boxes are on top
so nothing gets smashed.
6) Once you feel assured
that all these items are secure, pack your
fragile or awkward items.
If you follow these
steps, you and your possessions should be in
good shape once you get to your new
residence. No matter how well you pack,
however, there is always a chance of
breakage. It is always a good idea to get
moving insurance.
