Let's Talk About Moving Supplies

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

There are many unique supplies at the different stages of your move, whether it be while you might be packing or even on moving day or in the middle. Read on for a list of the different moving supplies as well as equipment you might need for your next move!

Packing Supplies

Boxes. As a professional mover in Tulsa, we see it a lot, people just utilizing whatever is laying around, without giving it a thought. There’s a lot of varied types of cartons, with varied sizes, weights, and functions. However, you won’t want to necessarily place anything in whatever box in which it will fit. Make use of actual moving boxes when you can, despite that saved shipping boxes could be handy for small items. For electronic devices and also awkward things it is often worthwhile to save the box they originally came in. The most crucial thing is not to over pack boxes so that they weigh too much. Trust us, after moving boxes for several hours, five pounds can feel like fifty. Choose boxes made from recycled cardboard if whenever possible. As soon as you are finished with them, moving boxes might be recycled, held onto for a future use, or passed on to a family member who is moving.

Keep in mind that you should be able to buy boxes from your local moving company in Tulsa if you need some, and they will often be able to tell you what boxes to buy based on your quote. When you have your local moving company in Tulsa pack and unpack your belongings you won’t even have to concern yourself about boxes, as they will use their own.

Packing Tape. This is the extremely sticky and durable tape that a majority of folks use when they’re shipping boxes. This tape comes highly recommended if packing during any move. You’ll likely require more than you think you will, so be sure to stock up and get an extra roll or two.

Packing Paper. You will require plenty of packing paper to pack breakable things in as well as to also pack into empty spaces in your boxes. It is a good idea to get ink-free paper rather than using old newspapers. The ink from the newspaper could transfer to your items and might ruin them.

Bubble Wrap. Utilize this to wrap extremely delicate belongings, for example glassware as well as china. It can also be used to put extra cushioning in boxes.

Labels / Markers. Trust us when we explain that you will want to plainly mark all cartons. The last thing you will want to deal with while unloading the truck is to have to open and dig through boxes to find out which area of the house they should go to.

Moving Day Equipment

Dollies. These little items are a fantastic way to move a number of moving boxes altogether, without regards to how heavy they are. You need to just place the heaviest boxes on the bottom and then go lighter as the stack gets higher.

Furniture Pads. Moving blankets can be a great way to protect against damage during a move. You can simply wrap your appliances, household furnishings, as well as various large things in them. And also they will be fantastic not just for stopping scratches and other blemishes. They should also help protect your things from dust as well as moisture.

Ramp. A loading ramp should supply a tremendous amount of support. It will enable you to maneuver your boxes, furniture, as well as other belongings straight up and into the back of the truck sans needing to lift the things any higher than is comfortable for you.

Cargo Straps. Also known as tie-down straps or perhaps ratchet straps, retractable cargo straps can be another great way to secure your moving boxes, crates, and everything else. Their customizable length typically provides a lot more versatility than a set of bungee cords.

Certainly, if you starting to get stressed out due to the size of your move, give some thought to getting a professional local or long-distance moving company in Tulsa to help. Our A-1 Freeman Moving Group team has the experience, knowledge, as well as, of course, all the moving tools needed to get your belongings safely and securely from origin to destination as worry-free as possible.

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