Packing Tips – Getting Started

  • By vikingadmin
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  • 12 Dec, 2015
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So you’re moving or  getting ready to put your items into storage, and you are eager to start packing your home.  We don’t blame you! This is an exciting time. However, the proper packing materials, not to mention technique, will… The post Packing Tips – Getting Started appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..
So you’re moving or  getting ready to put your items into storage, and you are eager to start packing your home.  We don’t blame you! This is an exciting time. However, the proper packing materials, not to mention technique, will help keep your spirits up and your items unbroken. That’s why the team at Viking, with over 25 years of experience in the moving industry, has assembled some packing tips to help you out.

Keep these general packing tips in mind to pack like a champion.

Use Good Packing Material.
Viking offers a full array of professional packing materials to help you get the job done right. Whether you buy from us or another vendor, look for the following:
  • Moving Boxes : Good moving boxes should come in standard moving sizes and be made up of sturdy corrugated cardboard. Stay away from using any boxes where the walls are too thin as the boxes will not be durable enough for your move or for storage.
  • Tape : Purchase rolls of packing tape to seal your boxes. Stay away from duct tape or masking tape, as they are not sturdy enough to stand up to the job!
  • Packing paper : This paper is simply large sheets of un-printed newsprint. Packing paper can be used to protect most any type of object, as well as fill empty space in boxes. Remember – always use un-printed newsprint to avoid getting ink smudges on your fragile items.
  • Bubble wrap : Bubble wrap is not essential but can be used to easily protect your most delicate and breakable items.
  • Paper pads :  Paper pads are large soft sheets of paper that are used to wrap delicate items that are too big for the standard packing paper. If you are looking to pad and protect larger furniture items, consider using moving pads.
Properly Assemble Your Moving Boxes. 
We want to let you in on a little secret…there’s a special trick to assembling boxes like the professionals:
  • When the box is laying flat, you will notice there is a small cardboard tab connecting the top flaps on the box. When you are ready to assemble your boxes, while the box is still flat, fold the top flaps down to the sides, and then open the box up. The tabs will keep the flaps of the box held neatly to the side while you are filling the box.
  • 3 is the magic number… when it comes to tape strips, that is! Use 3 strips of tape to seal your boxes, top and bottom.
Finally – there are some things you SHOULD NOT pack! 
  • Hazardous or flammable items, such as:
    • Matches, lighter fluid, Sterno, or charcoal
    • Fertilizers and pesticides
    • Ammonia
    • Liquid bleach
    • Nail polish and nail polish remover
  • Car batteries
  • Aerosol cans
  • Plants and flowers
  • Perishable food items and/or open food items
  • Pet food or baby formula
  • Items of irreplaceable sentimental value such as:
    • Family photo albums
    • Collections (coin, etc.)
    • Furs and jewelry
  • Cell phones
  • Computer back ups
  • Medical records, insurance policies, and other important documents
  • Money
  • Prescription medication
Interested in learning any more packing tips from Viking? Feel free to contact us and let us know what you’d like to learn about.
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Items Not to Pack or Store

By Paul Webster • 22 May, 2017
So you’re finally getting ready for your move or to put your items into storage. But when you’re going through your home, you’re finding that you aren’t entirely sure what can be packed and what shouldn’t be.  The Viking Moving… The post Items Not to Pack or Store appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..

Senior Moving Downsizing: Preserve Both Memories and Space

By vikingadmin • 13 Dec, 2015
The difference between a house and a home is the people and memories that occupy the rooms. As family members age and decide to move to smaller residences it can be painful for them to part with the memories of… The post Senior Moving Downsizing: Preserve Both Memories and Space appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..

Move Like a Pro

By vikingadmin • 10 Dec, 2015
Planning your move can be stressful, whether you’re moving your family around the block or your business across the country. But it doesn’t need to be. Move like a pro by following this timetable and relieve all of your moving… The post Move Like a Pro appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..

Packing Guidelines

By vikingadmin • 01 Dec, 2015
Proper packing is one of the most important aspects of a move. Here are some packing guidelines that the team at Viking uses for successful packing and unpacking. Start early… The more time you give yourself to organize and pack,… The post Packing Guidelines appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..

Pre-Packing Tips

By vikingadmin • 30 Sep, 2015
A lot of time and effort goes into preparing for a move or for putting your items into storage. But one of the most important parts is ensuring that all of your possessions are properly packed up. How do you… The post Pre-Packing Tips appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..

Worry-Free Unpacking

By vikingadmin • 16 Jan, 2015
Once the move is complete and the truck is unloaded, our packers are ready to make the unpacking process simple and stress-free for you.  With worry-free unpacking, we’ll do whatever we can to help you make your new house into… The post Worry-Free Unpacking appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..

Stay Organized and Start Early

By vikingadmin • 16 Jan, 2015
The key to preparing for a successful move is easy: start early and stay organized. Moving can be a great experience if done correctly and you can increase your families quality of life by just moving to a new location.… The post Stay Organized and Start Early appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..

Use Temporary Storage

By vikingadmin • 16 Jan, 2015
One way to avoid some of the frustrations that come with moving is by utilizing temporary storage to stay organized and on track during the entire process. Our VODS container system simplifies the DIY moving and storage experience. VODS containers… The post Use Temporary Storage appeared first on Viking Moving Services, Inc..
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