November 25, 2018

Garage packing tips

A garage.

Deciding to move can be a life-changing decision. Many people look forward and at the same time, dread the moving day. This is because it is filled with many unforeseen circumstances which will cause a lot of problems for the first-time movers. Packing is the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to moving. It can be difficult thinking about how to move that precious painting. Even some simpler items such as cutlery and plates may cause issues for the first-timers. But, one room is what slips most people’s minds, and that is the garage, and garage packing can be difficult.

The garage is filled with tools and things that you do not want lying around your house. That is why it is kind of hard to actually pack those items. They clutter up easily. Some of those items you probably do not even need anymore, but you keep them just in case. The organization is the key part of your moving process. You need to make an inventory of everything you want to move, especially to help ensure the Nashville moving company you’ve hired transports all of your belongings. If you do not need some stuff, you should look for ways to get rid of it. This will help you in both packing, and later unpacking when you arrive in your new home. In this text, we will talk about garage packing tips. So, let’s dive in!
garage with a car

Getting rid of extra stuff

This is an idea that you should definitely consider. There are so many things lying around in your garage that you probably do not need anymore. This is how you can declutter:

  • Garage sale – This is the best method of freeing up space in your garage and making the packing process easier. A sale like this can also be used to get rid of not only stuff in your garage, but also old stuff in your house. You need to make sure your garage sale is properly advertised. When the day comes, do not be afraid of bargaining. It is much better to sell something at a lower price than let it collect dust in your new home, and increase moving expenses. There are many guides on the internet on how to do a garage sale. Use them to your advantage and get rid of your extra stuff.
  • Donating – This is a great way to get rid of extra stuff without much effort. Donate the items to charity or contact organizations that serve as a medium between you and the people in need.
  • Selling your stuff to recyclers – There are companies that specialize in recycling. If you have some old TVs or stoves or something like that, you can sell it to them. There are also people who re-sell the stuff to the recycling companies. This may be an easier method than selling directly to the companies because they will come, weigh, and collect the stuff you do not need, and compensate you with cash on-spot.

Doing any of these is a great way to make your garage packing easier. And even more importantly, some of these methods will save you money. So, consider them once more!

Hiring a moving company

If you do not feel like packing your belongings and want professionals to do it, be sure to hire a reliable company. If you live in Tennessee, Nashville packing services will make this job easier for you. They are reliable and know how to handle fragile and heavy stuff. They also know how to pack efficiently and make space for everything. Garage packing and setting up boxes in the moving truck seems easy, but it is actually not. You need to know how to squeeze everything in and in a timely efficient manner. But, if you do not want to increase expenses on packing services, there are also ways to pack your garage on your own.

Garage packing tips 101:

If you chose to do it yourself, take advice from these garage packing tips. The first thing you need to do is to make a proper strategy. When you start organizing and listing everything you want to pack, you will realize you need packing supplies. Packing supplies such as boxes, plastic wrap, paper, and various pieces of cloths can be provided by your mover of choice.
If you are doing a long-haul, consider looking for long distance movers in Nashville. They will organize your move very well and you will not have to worry about your stuff getting lost on the way to your new home. Plastic wrap, paper, and cloth are used for securing the boxes and the items within. So, let’s start talking about how to pack things!

Be aware of:

Be sure not to pack flammable materials in boxes during your garage packing because of obvious reasons. This includes propane tanks and other cans of flammable materials such as aerosol. The moving company will also deny moving boxes which contain items like that. Put every smaller tool in your toolbox and secure it with tape. This does not need to be put in a box because it is sturdy and no damage can be done to the items. Consider making bundles of your bigger tools such as shovels, and wrapping them in plastic wrap.
boxes on a trolly
Take your power tools and put them in their original boxes because they are specially made for transporting them. If you put them in new boxes, you will risk the tools being damaged beyond repair. If you want to put more than one type of item in a bigger box, be sure to place a cloth between the different types of things. Also, bundle one type of stuff in plastic wrap or paper. If you have some additional glassware or bottles, fill each one with paper and wrap it as well. You can use cell boxes for extra safety.  Put one glass in each cell. If you can put more than one glass in a cell, make sure to place either cloths or paper in between to avoid damage.
garage tools - what you need to focus on when garage packing
Be wary if you want to move tools like land mowers. You should always remove the gas from the tank, and pack it in the original box. Use a lot of plastic wrap and cloths if you do not have the original box.
These are some tips that will make the garage packing a lot easier. Follow them and good luck!

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