subject: Preventing Damage Or Loss [print this page] When you are in the process of moving, or if you want to mail your parcels to clients and friends in an quick way, using a courier service is a great way to go. Regardless of what your plans are, it's vital that you pack your item properly so as to avoid damage or loss. Usually, when a package is damaged, it's realized in hindsight (in other words, too late) that it could have been prevented. While it's true that courier services can sometimes insure your freight (relying on what you're sending) it's still your job to follow a few easy ways to confirm that your parcel, package, or pallet transitions from place A to place B smoothly.
Find a tough container, box or envelope for your item, one that's new and does not have any holes, dents, tears or worn out areas that can come apart simply on the way. Ensure that your item really fits the container that you choose. A box or envelope that's too big may simply dent or collapse and damage your belongings, when a package which is too small, one that you have to stuff your item into, might even tear or break open in the course of delivery.
Employ bubble wrap generously. Fragile things especially ought to fit cozily into their delivery containers, and every item ought to be carefully wrapped in order to protect your belongings. They ought to also be separated within the box, which suggests that it's not a good idea to wrap up two or three items (, wine glasses) simultaneously in the same sheet of bubble wrap or newspaper. Each item should also be separated from the edges of the box. If the box is treated roughly at any purpose by the courier service, this will even work to prevent something from breaking. Large items, or very heavy freight, must be packed as securely as possible, strapped or taped to a sturdy container.
Make sure you make full use of your packing tape. Cover and sell off all the open seams and strengthen the corners of the box as well. Ensure the box, envelope or other container cannot simply break open or tear, and that it's firm enough and packed in such a way as to avoid collapse. Consider printing your label and attaching it to the box for the sake of a legible address. If you have to write your own label, however, cautiously and legibly print the full information about the destination of the package.
