subject: Helpful Seattle Mover Hints And Tips [print this page] When it comes to moving, there are many details that must receive your attention. Sometimes the process can seem a bit overwhelming. Below are some helpful Seattle mover hints and tips you can use when planning the big day or weekend.
When choosing a Seattle mover make sure the company is licensed and insured. This will keep your belongings safe. Also ask whether or not references are available. If you're going to pay the money to move you want to know you are using a company who will provide the service that was promised.
When packing, begin with items that are out-of-season. You won't need them any time soon and packing them will ensure they are out of the way. Next, pack those items you use infrequently. Again, if you don't need them they will be safely out of your way. Leave for last those items you will need up until moving day.
Keep all parts and pairs together. One example of this would be curtains and curtain rods. If all the parts and pieces needed for specific items are packed together, they will be much easier to find when it comes time to install or set them up. Place smaller parts in plastic bags and secure to the matching items with tape or ties. Make sure the plastic bags are secure so you won't lose any of the parts. Next, pack them in boxes.
Label all your boxes. This will make it easier for movers to know where to put them. This will also make unpacking much easier for you.
Take care to bubble wrap and box all artwork, mirrors and glass shelves. Your Seattle mover will not guarantee the safety of these items if they have been clumsily packed.
Remove all lamp shades and place them in boxes. Sometimes it is easier to take smaller items such as these in your personal vehicle to ensure they aren't broken during the move.
When packing your belongings, place a two or three inch layer of crushed paper in the bottom of each packing box. This provides additional cushioning which will come in quite handy, especially if your items are driven over bumpy terrain and could be bounced around quite a bit. Also be sure to pack extra paper in the boxes to fill up any holes. This will keep items from moving around when bouncing does occur.
