How Do You Pack For A Move And Protect Yourself?
Whether moving locally or long distance, many people opt to do their own packing in order to cut costs, and with good reason: Along with long-term storage, packing is a major profit center for moving companies. Markups on materials often surpass 600 percent above cost, and labor charges for packing those cartons for you can add up in a hurry. Packing your belongings yourself can cut your moving costs nearly in half, but there are hidden dangers you’ll need to be aware of, dangers that could make all the difference between a great moving experience, and yet another horror story. Here are some steps to follow-to ensure your moving story has a happy ending. Consider your breakables. No mover will guarantee that the items you’ve packed will arrive at your destination in one piece. Harsh as that sounds, they’re not doing this to be mean. Moving companies (especially the national carriers like Allied, Atlas and United) go to a lot of trouble and expense to train their packers to adhere to pr
