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RC MOVERS Packing Tips
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Moving Day comes quick! Whether you've booked a few months ahead or a few weeks ahead, it'll be here before you know it. Make sure to plan ahead and understand what you'll need when packing, and how to prepare yourself; no matter where you're moving to.
Don't know how to start? Follow our guidelines below, with helpful hints and tricks to make your packing day easier and less stressful.
Getting ready to move is more than just simply packing. There is a lot of different steps involved, but first on your list is to make sure you have everything you need to get started.
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Proper Packing Materials:
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Razor, Knife, or Scissors
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Note Pad and pencil
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Moving Boxes
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Packing Tape
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Bubble Wrap
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Packing Peanuts
Seasonal Packing:
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Summer shorts
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Winter Jackets
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Sweaters or Bunnyhugs
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Sandals or shoes
What We Can't Take
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Candles
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​Propane Tanks
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Aerosol Cans
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Oils
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Paints
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Cleaning Fluids
Packing The Basics:
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Toiletries
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Change of clothes
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Toothbrush/Toothpaste
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Shampoo & Conditioner
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Water bottles
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Kids favourite toys
Where To Begin
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What To Pack First
Linens and Clothing
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Out of Season Clothing
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Extra Towels or Linens
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Anything for Thrift
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Shoes
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Bedding Not in Use
Storage (Under the stairs)
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Holiday decorations
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Camping Equipment
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Any unused sports gear
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Old Furniture
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Unopened boxes
Books and Media:
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Any extra books
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DVD's
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Board/Video Games
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Magazines/Newspapers
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Old textbooks
Decor and Artwork
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Framed Pictures
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Canvas Art
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Pillows or blankets
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Vases or sculptures
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Holiday items
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Decorations
Mirrors and Paintings
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Wrap individually within their shared box
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Keep face to face with their backs against outside of the boxes
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Use cardboard between glass for protection.
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Please write fragile on the top of the boxes
Expensive Artwork
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Artwork valued over $300 must be packed in art box before RC MOVERS will move it
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Artwork valued under $300 will be blanketed in the truck.
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Please write fragile on the top of the boxes
Lamps and Shades
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Do not pack lamps and shades in the same box
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Pillows can be used for extra cushioning
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Please write fragile on the top of the boxes
Stand-Up Pianos
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We do not move pianos without being part of a bigger move.
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RC MOVERS does not move Grand Pianos.
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If you have a piano in your household move, we must know in advance.
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Electronics
Computers
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It is recommend that the client take their own laptop or tablets.
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Please back monitors in separate boxes, along with your tower.
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RC MOVERS will not take computers if they're not properly packaged.
Radios
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Radios can be packed in boxes (depending on the size)
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If your radio doesn't fit in a box, please let RC MOVERS know so it can be packed accordingly.
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Please write fragile on all boxes.
Televisions
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RC MOVERS does not take rounded televisions.
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It is recommended to wait 24-48 hours to turn your TV back on after being in the cold.
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All other TV's will be wrapped on site.
Instruments
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Guitars must go with the client.
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Drum sets will be packed accordingly on the truck.
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Kitchen
Pantry
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Secure all bottles before packing.
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Do not pack anything that may leak.
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Please use multiple boxes when packing cans or heavier goods.
Everyday Dishes
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Multiples of similar plates can be wrapped in a bundle.
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Pack vertically.
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Keep cookie jars and teapots together in the same bundle.
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Small glasses can be wrapped and then placed inside larger jars.
Pots and Pans
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Wrap prior to placing them in boxes.
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Pack lids in the same box as the home they belong to.
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Please close box fully when packing.
Grandma's Fancy Dishes
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Pack China delicately.
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Please write fragile on all dishes boxes.
Did you know? RC MOVERS has complimentary wardrobe boxes on site the day of your move!
Appliances
Kitchen
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Clean and Drain all appliances (if necessary)
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Disconnect all gas appliances. RC MOVERS is legally not allowed.
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RC MOVERS is legally not allowed to take propane tanks.
Laundry Room
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Disconnected hoses from Washer and dryer
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Clean the lint screen in the dryer
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Gas dryers must be disconnected in advance.
Fridge or Freezers
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Box food in the fridge or freezer for easy removing
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Wine must be taken with you. RC MOVERS is legally not allowed to take alcohol
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Turn off all water lines to the unit
Microwave (Ovens)
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Remove Glass trays and wrap them tightly
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Box microwave unless you are unable to
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Please keep microwave door closed at all times.
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Living Spaces
Bedrooms
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Blankets and other materials can be packed in garbage bags
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Purchase mattress covers if you want us to use them
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Mattresses/boxsprings are blanketed on the truck
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Please empty all dresser drawers beforehand
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Wardrobe boxes are available upon request
Living Room
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All glass will be removed separate from its home prior to packing
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Empty all end tables, TV cabinets or stands prior to packing in the truck
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If fragile, please write fragile on top of the box
Office (Den)
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Empty desk drawers
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Box all printers (if able)
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Box all computers (if able)
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Laptops must go with you
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Please pack a box of books half full, with a pillow for padding.
Garage
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Disassemble all garage shelving
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Rakes, Shovels, and other awkward tools can be placed in a plastic garbage can for easy movement.
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Take apart all basketball nets/courts prior to moving
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Please drain all gas from lawn equipment
Mattress Covers aren't usually used on local moves, only Long Distance. Ask us for details!
Clothing
Wardrobe Boxes
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Complimentary wardrobe boxes available for every move
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Simply ask for them before the crew start loading
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When the move is finished, return the wardrobe boxes before the driver leaves
Suitcases
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Clothes from your dressers can be placed here
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Please do not pack books in suitcases
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Label suitcases so we know what is in them
Dressers
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Please empty your dressers of all items
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RC MOVERS Insurance does not cover IKEA made items.
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Drawers will be removed from the dresser for easy loading
Spare Bedroom
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Thrift clothes you haven't warn in over a year
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All previous rules apply
IKEA products are not covered by RC MOVERS. These items are poorly made and will break when moved often
Plants
Small Plants
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Choose suitable containers to place plant inside.
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Wrap roots in damp paper or a plastic bag.
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Keep plants away from extreme heat or cold
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Unpack plants as soon as possible
Plant Checklist
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Prune plants to help with packing
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Attempt to avoid getting dirt in our trucks please
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Place larger plants, in their bags, in a large box if able
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Unpack plants as soon as possible
Tall Plants
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Tall plants don't fit in the truck.
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Plants don't usually survive in the truck longer than a few hours
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Fake plants are acceptable
Small Trees
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Please find a professional gardener to transport your small trees to Location B
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Unpack plants as soon as possible
Payment must be completed at the end of the job via e-transfer, cheque or cash. Card is not accepted
Pets
Cats and Dogs
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Animals need frequent stops along the way.
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Be sure any AirBNB you require is pet friendly.
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Further destinations may require pets travel by air
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RC MOVERS cannot bring pets for obvious reasons
Smaller Animals
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Birds, Hamsters or any other creature cannot be taken by RC MOVERS
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These animals must be taken in your personal vehicle
Fish
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It is recommended to find your fish a new home before moving.
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Prepare a transport container if you do bring them
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Monitor and maintain fish whilst in transport
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Keep transport container out of direct sunlight
Transporting Reminder
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Remember plenty of food and water for your travelling pets
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Book Pet Friendly reservations when travelling long distance
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Please keep your animals out of the way of the crew when moving
Remind your children to keep out of the way of the moving van when it's reversing!
What To Pack Last
Bathroom Products
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Toiletries
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Hand Towels
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Toothbrush/Paste
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Leave curtsey toilet paper behind for the next owner
Emergency Supplies
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First Aid Kit
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Pain Reliever Pills
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Prescribed medications
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Eye glasses/lenses
Drinks or Snacks
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Coffee/Tea
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Snacks for kids
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Emergency pet supplies
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Cold Drinks
Important Documents
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Legal papers
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Identification cards
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Valuable Documents
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Passports (if necessary)
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Work related items
Boxes are best bought at Home Depot! Though Staples and other similar facilities should carry them as well
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