Packing Tips: Making Moving a Breeze

Packing Checklist
1. Begin by packing out-of-season items and infrequently used belongings.
2. Remove breakables, perishables, and prohibited items from dresser drawers.
3. Safely isolate sharp items like knives or skewers to prevent damage.
4. Keep pairs and components together; secure small hardware items in plastic bags taped to equipment.
5. Neatly wind electrical cords to prevent tangling.
6. Wrap delicate items individually in clean paper or soft materials.
7. Line cartons with crushed paper for cushioning, filling empty spaces firmly.
8. Consolidate smaller boxes of fragile items into larger ones, filling gaps with crushed paper.
9. Avoid overloading cartons, aiming for a firm pack to prevent shifting.
10. Seal cartons securely with tape, except those containing high-value items for inspection.

Restricted Items
1. Corrosive chemicals or poisons
2. Flammables and explosives
3. Gas and oil products
4. Compressed gas cylinders
5. Ammunition including gunpowder
6. Household cleaning products
7. Lawn and garden chemicals
8. Wax candles
9. Batteries, alkaline, and lead-acid (automobile)
10. Live animals or plants

Supplies
1. Moving Boxes
2. Dish and Glass Pack Kits
3. Filler Paper for Packaging
4. Bubble Wrap
5. Stretch Plastic Wrap
6. Furniture Pads and Blanket Covers
7. Permanent Markers
8. Box Tape Dispenser
9. Box Cutter

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