When moving or relocating, you have to consider where you’re going to get packaging/ moving boxes and other moving supplies. Especially if your move is a long distance/ interstate move, you need to consider strength and structure of the moving (carton) boxes so as to prevent your belongings being damaged during the move.
These are the types of moving boxes you will find:
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Used Boxes
Used boxes can be gotten from stores, supermarkets which deal with or directly sell fast moving consumer goods. A rule of thumb is to avoid using used boxes. Most used boxes have been subjected to conditions and abuse such as being wet as being wet and dried, overloading and boxes and then smoothing it, therefore, making the boxes weak and not suitable for storage of your items for your move. If you are to put your personal belongings in a used box, no matter the quantity of tape you use or even gumming and patching, it could still collapse upon lifting it or during the transportation process of the move.
New Boxes
New boxes can be purchased at a moving store or a moving company.If you also need moving tips or moving best practices, a moving store or company can give you relevant moving guides and also sell you some different packaging supplies such as packaging supplies for breakable items such as glasses, television sets and other breakable items.
Buying new moving boxes comes at a cost. It adds up to the other cost which includes the cost of tape, cost of other packing materials. Although the cost of purchasing new moving boxes increases the cost of your move, the benefits of packing your belongings in new moving boxes outweigh using used boxes due to the safety of your items.
Plastic Bins
Plastic bins/ boxes are tougher than the popularly used cardboard moving boxes as they are made of plastic which is more durable than cardboard. Plastic bins are reusable, and come in different sizes If you intend on keeping your items in a store as opposed to immediately unpacking after your move, plastic bins is the preferred option. Your store might be moist or not water-proof which will damage cardboard boxes.
Moving Tip
When moving/ relocating, perform a complete inventory count of your home. Determine items you need to pack and the kind of materials you will use during packing. Determine the type of boxes you will use. Local/ shorter moves usually don’t need intensive packing but you still need to use quality boxes or containers. Ensure you make use of professional movers and packers. Even ith new boxes, if your items are not arranged properly in the moving van or truck, your belongings can still get damaged leading to you wasting resources or spending more money.
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