Ask The Experts.
Over 30 years of combined experience. Moving. Packing. Shipping. In order to reduce the anxiety of moving, we gathered
frequently asked questions and moving tips and listed them below.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss your box and moving needs. We are here to answer any questions you may have
and provide you with quotes for custom moving projects.
Please call us at 972-392-7678.
FAQ
Why is Moving Box Quality and Strength Important?
Moving Boxes come in many strengths and sizes. The stronger the moving box, the greater the protection for its contents.
Our boxes are the same used by professional movers. Our moving boxes are the industry standard and help insure that
your household belongings will arrive safely.
BEWARE!
Weaker boxes will crush and break. Some retailers sell much weaker boxes. These boxes should not be used for moving!
How do I know how strong my box is?
Boxes have a certificate seal printed on the bottom flap certifying the box's strength. Industry standard Moving Boxes are
200lb test weight. Larger boxes like Wardrobe boxes and kitchen dish pack boxes should have a higher test weight / strength.
Also on the certificate you will find a capacity in weight that the box is designed to handle. Just because a box is large, doesn't
mean it can carry a lot of weight. Make sure to purchase your boxes from a reputable seller!
Are these boxes brand new?
Yes, these boxes have not been used at all. We make large quantities of specific size boxes to suit your moving needs. We
assemble these moving boxes into specially designed Moving Kits and Box Bundles.
Are these boxes high quality?
YES! Our minimum strength for any box is 200lb test weight / perfect for moving and shipping - many of our boxes exceed this standard.
How do you choose box sizes
For the moving kits, we have taken the most popular sizes used in our years of student moving and used these as benchmarks.
While the exact measurements will vary from order to order, they are only off by an inch or so. One orders small box might be
16 x 12 x 11 and another's might be 16 x 13 x 9. These are common sizes which will serve well in your next move.
Are these boxes guarneteed?
Absolutely! If you purchase our boxes and are not satisfied you can return them within (10) days of receipt for a refund. Once
you load a box, it is not guaranteed. You pack it, you bought it!
Moving Tips
1) Be sure to provide the post office with a change of address form so that your friends, family, creditors, doctors, dentists, and
all other service providers will be informed of your new home. (You may also obtain an IRS change of address form by calling
1-800-829-1040. This form may also be obtained from the IRS website. Or try our link to Form 8822)
2) Be sure to inform not only the electric, cable, trash service and telephone company of which you currently have service with
your intention to move, but also the company that will provide your new service prior to your move date. This will prevent a delay
in service to your new address and also prevent unnecessary billing after you have moved.
3) Prepare yourself a "move File". Once the move is complete, you will need a handy record of expenses incurred during the
move to help you determine which expenses can be written off on your next tax return.
4) During your packing process, make sure that all boxes are securely taped both on the bottom and the top.
5) Anything that needs to be disassembled, for example, mirrors taken off dressers, headboards unbolted, and washer and
dryers disconnected should be done ahead of time, this will not only save you save time but also make for a more efficien
and productive move.
6) Make sure that you have set aside all important documents that will need to be readily available during and right after
the move.
7) Place all packing supplies, including markers, wrapping materials, a pocketknife and even a tape measure in one
convenient place so that they are not packed by mistake.
8) Prepare an "essentials" package so that you are not scrambling around on moving day or thereafter. Here are just a few
things we have found all movers go searching for throughout the day.
a. Scissors, Tape, Packing Materials
b. Coffee Cups, paper plates, towels,
c. Plastic Forks, Glasses, and Silverware
d. Dish Soap & Trash Bags
e. Toiletries
f. Prescriptions, Aspirins and Other Pain Relievers
g. Flashlight, Light Bulbs, Hammer
h. Phone Books, Pencils and Paper
i. Your "Move File"
j. Telephone, Radio and Batteries
9) DO NOT pack flammables, aerosols, bleach, corrosives, ammunition, or plastic spray bottles to be put on truck. Take them
with you in the car or even throw them away!
10) Tape shut food boxes and medicines and avoid packing liquids!
11) Try not to pack boxes over 50 pounds and also make sure they taped securely. Remember you have to be lifting those
boxes. If the box is heavy the bottom may fall out
12) Make sure you are using a tape that is heavy duty such as duck or box tape so that it does not break. (DO NOT USE
MASKING TAPE)
13) Mark your boxes well so that you will be able to organize your unpacking during that time.
14) Of course as always take precaution to the health of your indoor beauties. Plan on taking them also in the car or finding
new homes for them.
15) The loss of important documents, precious home videos, photos, jewelry, rare coins, birth certificates, wills, stock
certificates, insurance policies and other financial paperwork can be disastrous. Arrange for them to either be safely
carried with you or shipped certified mail.
16) Packing takes time. Below are some things to remember.
a. ALWAYS pack lampshades in boxes and remove light bulbs
b. When packing fragiles such as dishes, crystal, china etc, make sure they are wrapped well and the box is marked
"FRAGILE" to ensure extra care is given.
c. AVOID using open-top boxes
d. Try not to underpack boxes to prevent crushing of box
e. Dresser drawers may be used to pack light unbreakables such as books (spaces should be filled with wadded paper)
f. Chords of lamps should be wrapped around lamp to avoid accidental tripping
g. Cushion mirrors, picture frames by wrapping in bubble wrap to prevent breakage
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