Possessions can become damaged while moving if you’re not careful. Dishes and televisions can break, and furniture can become scuffed in the truck if you don’t pay attention. But if you’re a good mover who does their homework and prepares, you can arrive at your next place with everything the way it was when you left your old home. Here are a couple of tips that you can use to prevent damage to your furniture.
Research Your Moving Company
When you’re going to move, hiring a moving company is a great way to keep your belongings safe and unharmed during the trip. But you should research your moving company. Ask anyone that you know who has recently moved to see if they liked who they chose. Look up potential moving companies to ensure their reputability. You can also look at online reviews to determine if the company that you’re thinking of using has a solid reputation.
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Use Moving Blankets
When you’re packing furniture, be sure to use moving blankets. They act as a cushion and barrier between furniture and the floor and walls of the inside of the moving truck. These blankets are thick and made of strong materials that won’t be damaged as your furniture slightly shifts in the truck during the trip.
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Packing Large Items
Packing up items like refrigerators, stoves, and televisions can be tricky. Use the original box and styrofoam for items like television sets as this packaging will provide the best support and protection. For large and heavy items, such as refrigerators, you’ll need a dolly to load it into the truck. If you don’t have the original box, make sure that you have plenty of moving blankets so the furniture doesn’t get scratched and the paint doesn’t wear off. Another option is to pack all of your furniture by placing other materials like styrofoam. And if you really need a box, you can go to your local grocery store to find something that will hold the particular item.
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Moving the furniture and large appliances is one of the most difficult things to do. But if you take some time to do your research and find the right moving company, and if you use packing materials to keep your items safe during the trip, you’ll be happy when you have all of your furniture out of the truck and it’s unscathed.
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