When you're planning a move, there are a couple of options that you can choose from when hiring removals companies. First, you can go for full-service movers who will professional pack, move and unpack your things for you. Second, you can go for the traditional moving package which only requires the movers to load your things onto the truck, transport and unload them onto the new address.
 
Naturally, full service moves are more expensive because it includes professional packing and unpacking services by the movers. But what if you're on a tight budget? Instead of paying extra for full service moves, you can prepare ahead and pack the items yourself. Get each family member to help out, or make the older kids responsible for packing the things in their own rooms. By doing so, you can save quite a significant amount of money as compared to handing over the packing of your things to movers.
 
Tips for Packing Like a Pro
 
Now, how are you supposed to go about the task of packing your things like a pro? Take a look at the following tips:
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   Use professional-grade packing boxes.
Once you're finished packing your boxes, what the movers will do is pile them on the truck, one after the other. If you will use just any old carton box, the upper part of the boxes at the bottom will get squished from all that weight. This is something that would not happen with professional-grade moving boxes, so you can rest assured that your things will not get damaged in transit.
 
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   Organize your things properly.
Separate your things in neat piles. There should be a pile for items that you can donate, the junk that you simply need to throw away, and unused items which you can make money from in a garage sale. Bring only the necessary items with you so you won't have to spend as much time packing.
 
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   Put a protective layer when wrapping fragile things inside boxes.
Once you're already at the packing process, place moving blankets, bubble wrap or old newspaper inside the boxes where you individually wrapped breakable items. The cushioning will prevent them from breaking while the boxes are being transported.
 
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   Do not bother packing items which are dangerous or flammable when placed inside a moving van or truck.
Movers will refuse to load anything flammable in their truck so leave you supplies of paint, kerosene, oil lamps and similar items in your old home.
 
 
 
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   Let the movers carry heavy furniture pieces.
Heavy furniture pieces need to be moved in a certain way so that the edges will not get bumps or scratches. Let the moving and lifting be done by the professionals.
 
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   Unplug, cool off then place electrical appliances in their original boxes if you still have it.
The refrigerator needs to be defrosted, unplugged and kept open for at least a couple of days to get rid of moisture. Also unplug any other electrical appliance that you have. If possible, keep them in their original boxes and let the movers lift the boxes once they're packed so that you would not cause any damage to the internal parts. Follow these tips and you can easily pack your things like a pro during a move.