Make sure that all sides are taped to assure there are no broken boxes.
Plastic Storage Bins-Drawers: Plastic storage bins with casters must have the casters removed and placed inside the bin. It may be easier for you to roll around those items that way, but in some cases the casters can break, therefore we will not be responsible for the breakage of those casters. Make sure that all bins and bin drawers are taped shut. It is advisable that you have the bins somewhat full with items that you plan to store.
Plastic Yaffa Blocks: We recommend that these items be broken down to their original condition to condense space.
Plastic egg crates: Fill these containers with items that you plan on storing.
Books: Pack all books in our small (1.5 cubic ft) box. Do not put books in any other box due to weight issues. Remember, if you can't move it don't expect us to lift it.
Bedding, Linens and Winter Clothes (soft goods): Use your bedding, linens and winter clothes to pack as cushioning around items such as small TV and printers. It does not makes sense to put all you soft goods into boxes and have the hard goods by themselves.
Computers and Electronic Equipment: If possible use your original boxes to store these items. When using our boxes make sure to tightly secure all contents. Cover monitor screen with a sheet of bubble-wrap. We also suggest filling the box with towels and bedding to make sure the items are not loose. Also label the outside of the box “fragile” so our movers will be aware of that.
Monitors: In most cases monitors fit in the medium (3.0 cubic ft) box . Use some of your towels, sweatshirts (soft goods) to pack around them.
Printers: Most printers can fit into a small (1.5 cubic ft) box. You may also put some of your school supplies in that box as well.
DVD's - VCR's: We recommend that these items be put into a box (either a medium, 3.0 cubic ft, or a large, 4.5 cubic ft box). If you have more than one of these items make sure that some form of cushion is used between them.
TV's: Smaller TV's (e.g.13") should go into a medium (3.0 cubic ft) box along with soft goods to cushion (secure) it. An issue with 13" TV's is that they are an odd shaped item, so putting into a box along with other items is recommended
The larger TV's (16" and larger) can be stored as is. We recommend that the power cord be taped up (on the back of the TV and perhaps a sheet of bubble wrap to protect the glass monitor). Place a label with your name on it.
Trunks/Footlockers: These items do not go into a box. Make sure the trunk/footlocker is completely closed and locked if possible. Place label with your name directly on top, and on the side as well.
Refrigerators: This item does not go into a box. Unplug the fridge at least 48 hours before the scheduled pick-up. Make sure it is completely defrosted and dry. Place a spacer between the door and tape shut. The spacer will allow air to circulate so that it does not smell when you get it back. The power cord should be stuffed in the bottom of the fridge so the cord is not dragging behind. Place a label with your name on it. If the fridge has any fluid dripping from it, you will face an additional charge.
Microwaves: Microwaves are fine the way they are. We recommend that you tape down the glass turntable, tape it shut, tape the power cord on the back of the unit. Place a label with your name on it.
Metal File 2 Drawer Cabinets: These items are fine the way they are. Tape the drawers shut. Place a label with your name on it.
Carpets & Rugs: Tightly roll up your carpets and rugs, tape at both ends and in the middle. Place a label with your name on it.
Lamps: Small desk lamps can fit into a large (4.5 cubic ft) box with other soft goods.
Tall lamps can be taken the way they are, but if the lamp can be disassembled, it could fit into a large (4.5 cubic ft) box with other soft goods.
Fans: The smaller desk fans can fit into either a medium (3.0 cubit ft) or a large (4.5 cubic ft) box. Box fans are fine the way they are.
The Tall Fans can be brought down the way they are. Place a label with your name on it.
Vacuum Cleaners: They are fine the way they are. Make sure that all attachments are taped and secure.
Futons: The frame should be broken down, (Disassemble it as it was, when you purchased it, this will save on additional costs) fold the mattress in half and tape it, wrap the mattress in plastic to assure it is completely protected. A label is required on both the futon frame and the mattress.
Desks & Furniture: Make sure that all drawers and shelves are completely closed and taped shut. (If the item can be disassembled, it will save on the cost) Try to cover furniture to protect from minor scratches. Particleboard furniture is not very Sturdy, and can not handle the weight at times.
Book Cases and Book Shelves: Can be taken the way they are. If that item can be disassembled, it is recommended.
Posters & Large Prints: Combine these items, tape them together and place a label with your name on them.
