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Moving and Packing Tips

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Pack heavy items in small boxes, light items in larger boxes
Designate one drawer of a dresser for sheets and towels so they'll be easily available the first night in your new home
Place a sock or nylon stocking in your refrigerator with a cup of baking soda, charcoal or fresh coffee to keep the interior smelling fresh
Pack your current phone book - you may need to call residents or businesses in your former hometown
Records and plates should be packed on end vertically, rather than stacked
Make sure medicine and other toiletries have lids on securely prior to packing
Remove bulbs from lamps before packing
Clearly label each carton with room number plus contents
Ask a friend to keep your children and pets when packing and on moving day
If packing yourself, pack several cartons each day rather than all at once
Pack on a room-by-room basis. Don't mix items from different rooms in one box
Allow children to pack their favorite toys. This gives them a stronger sense of belonging
Be cautious with boxes from grocery or liquor stores. They may not be clean and may not have the strength to withstand the weight of items you're packing
Hazardous materials may not be moved
- Paint
- Varnish
- Gasoline
- Kerosene
- Oil
- Bottled gas
- Aerosol cans
- Nail polish/remover
- Ammunition
- Explosives
Pack a "survival" kit which you carry in your car, or have first off the truck

Basic Tools - Hammer screwdriver, knife, tape, etc.
Bathroom products - soap, toilet paper, towels, etc.
Kitchen items - Disposable utensils, cups, plates and snacks, drinks, etc.
Cleaning products - Cleansers, broom, dustpan, sponges, etc.

Load your plants in the moving truck last, and unload them first - check with the U. S. Department of Agriculture for regulations regarding moving plants.