Budget Friendly Packing and Removals Tips

Interstate moving is expensive. There are many things you need to make the move smooth and productive. You will need to hire a good removalist company. You will also need to pay for different fees for changing insurance and licenses. Quarantine for animals costs money. Packing is one way to save on costs. But it is important that it is still done right. Here are some Packing and Removals Tips for budget friendly packing and removals.

Do it yourself

Almost all moving companies will do your packing for you. They are trained professionals. They know the right way to handle items. Paying them to do it may mean less damage. It also means less stress for you and more time to do other things. But doing your own packing is a good way to reduce costs. Packing fees are a huge part of a house removalist bill. But you must do it properly. Otherwise, your things can get damaged or broken. Take the time to keep reading. Learning packing tips is important in doing a good job.

Stay organized

If you aren’t organized when you pack, it can cause frustration. It also adds to your budget if you have to replace or repair broken items. The more organized you are, the easier your moving company can load. One important part of this is inventory. The removalist company you hired will need a list of items they are moving. You need a copy as well to make sure everything arrives at the new location. Do your inventory as you pack. Start and finish one room at a time so you can keep all items from the room together on the list.

When you are packing, remember to label all boxes. Include as much detail in your labels as you want. This will make a huge difference in your new home or business. Always pack items you use the least first, and keep what you need everyday separate. You don’t want to have to buy new things that you already have. The more organized you are in packing, the less money you spend on repairs and replacements.

Reuse and recycle

Good packaging protects your things from damage. Things like strong paper, foam, boxes, and bubble wrap are important for moving. You are going to need strong boxes in different shapes and sizes. But these things are quite expensive to buy from a moving company. Packaging can add up to be a major expense. It is possible to find used items for free, but you need to start early. Get into a routine of checking major grocery stores and outlets for boxes. Only take the ones in good condition and that can be sealed both top and bottom. Stores usually keep boxes to give to movers, but they only have small amounts at a time. At the end of the month, a lot of people are moving. They will also be looking for boxes. If you start early, you can slowly collect your boxes. This also goes for newspaper.

Newspaper is great for wrapping glassware, dishes, and ornaments. You can check with your office to see if it has a recycling area you can raid. You might need a lot of it if you have a lot of breakables. Start in advance and build up. Regularly checking recycling areas might mean finding other kinds of paper. Newspaper can leave ink stains on glass. It is good to have a variety of packing paper.

Foam and bubble wrap can also be found in recycling areas, but you will need to keep an eye out. When your office buys new equipment, ask if you can have the packaging. Things like printers, computers, and copiers often come loaded with packaging. The waste from shredding machines is also good for packing. Look into taking a few bags home to use as padding.

One good way to keep your truckload small and reuse is to use towels, sheets and clothing for packing. Wrap glassware in any of these for protection. Towels are great for delicates with sharp corners or details. Just keep in mind that whatever you use won’t be easy to take out again until after you have unpacked. Don’t use items you will want right away in the new place.

Out with the old

The number one factor in your move is how much stuff you have. This affects the amount of storage and transport you need. Leading up to your move, sort through your stuff. Get rid of anything that you don’t use and don’t love. Encourage your family to do the same. It may be hard to let go on the brink of change, but it can save a lot of money. The same goes for furniture, cars, and other big household items. It might actually cost more in shipping than to buy new at the other end. A new item will last longer than an old one, especially after a move. It might feel good to have new things for a fresh start.

Having a garage sale is a good way to thin out your belongings. Putting items for sale online is good too. The money you make can be used to buy new things on the other side. It can also go towards the cost of the move. The earlier you start, the more you know how much you need to pack. This will also help you stay organized, and give your removal company the best idea of what you have.

Mark Long owns a removal company Brisbane and has for twenty years. He has seen many industry changes to house removalist Brisbane as more people move interstate. He now lives in the West End with his family.