Tips to pack the breakable and fragile items

For moving you have a lot of items to pack before the move. This can be very difficult especially if you have a lot of breakable and fragile items you need to bring with you.

Unlike clothes, you can simply fold and stack them inside a box, seal it with packaging tape,but for breakable valuables like your china collection or crystal figurines, you would need to invest more time packing them to make sure they are not smashed into tiny pieces during transit.

Materials you will need to pack before move:

Sturdy boxes

newspapers

Insurance papers

Bubble wraps

Packing tape

Markers

Packing peanuts

First of all place your breakables in a flat, clean surface. If they are big, then place them flat on the floor. Dust them with any soft cloth before packing.Make sure that there are no small debris that can cause scratches to the item and the bottom of the box is secure and sturdy. Place packaging tape check whether it would not open when lifted. Add a layer of cushion inside the box by layering the bottom with bubble wrap or news paper.

Tips to avoid wrong moving companies

Moving can be stressful one, and the main thing you want to worry during your move is about whether your things will arrive, in safer way. The following are the tips to avoid fraudulent moving companies.Their tips include:

Moving arrangements must be made in advance.

Compare all the companies and sselect the best one.

Get at least two to three bids.

Inform each company about the destination and timing that when you will start move.

Enquiry about all things such as the types of services they offer, and rates and charges that will apply.

Ask them about the liability for your belongings and what claims protection you will have.

Ask the details about pickup and delivery and ask how it will work.

Ask them to explain their estimates in detail and give you a copy.

The Bill of Lading is your contract with the mover, so read it carefully.

You have the right to be present each time your shipment is weighed, and you may request a reweigh of your shipment.

Unresolved claims for loss or damage may be submitted to arbitration.

If you are moving interstate, moving companies should give you a copy of a consumer booklet entitled Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move.After you've gathered this information, compare bids to see which mover best suits your needs and budget.