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June 11, 2020

4 Tips for Moving Priceless Items Without Incident During a Relocation

Moving to a new homeBy Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

Moving is a fact of life, however it is not devoid of its tension, even if you do not possess valuable collectibles, artwork, or even musical instruments. But moving to Wichita Falls contains that much more worry for many who own items which are not replaceable. These suggestions can help alleviate some of that worry.
 

For starters, slow down. Hastening can lead to careless errors. Pack gradually and make certain that you have plenty of time.

Before one thing is packed, generate an inventory (your professional movers in Wichita Falls will make a list, but it is probably not as detailed). A photo inventory verifies that the item arrived in the same state as it left. And it can serve as verification if you have to file a claim. Have photos from a few sides. Take photos of the packaging and cartons.

Small Items

Keep small valuables such as jewelry or perhaps small electronic devices together with you to avoid them being unintentionally misplaced due to their small size. Bring these belongings within your carry-on if you are flying. Steer clear of placing valuables in checked suitcases because they can easily vanish without a trace. When you are traveling to your new house by motor vehicle, maintain valuables in a small tote or backpack that you can take when you take a break to shop, eat, or use the facilities. Always try to have these items with you as much as possible.

Likewise, keep prescribed medicines, coins and currency, furs, significant documents, pictures, and sentimental items on your person.

Packing Fine art, Collectibles, and Chandeliers

Making use of specialized cartons for televisions, stemware, art, along with other hard-to-pack things may cost additional upfront but can save a lot of stress and cash in the end. Your moving company could very likely offer cartons of various sizes and shapes, should you find that you need them. Or, some individuals save the original packaging that these items came in to reuse during moves, and that is ideal.

For chandeliers, take note of the assembly ahead of removing any bulbs. A simpler chandelier might have detachable components wrapped and rest atop a dense layer of padding at the bottom of a crate which is several inches larger in comparison to the chandelier before padding is placed around it. If strands and also crystals can be removed, they ought to be wrapped in paper. Chandeliers that require hanging ought to be packed in a specialty crate with each crystal wrapped in paper to avoid damage. Speak to your professional mover in Wichita Falls about the safest way to relocate your chandelier.

Choose the Ideal Packaging

Right after packing your valuable items, give the carton an extremely gentle shake. If anything shifts, increase the amount of packing material. Bubble wrap is better than packing peanuts because it is less likely to shift. You may use bath towels to fill dead space. Also, you'll want to increase the amount of packaging if the top can collapse. Once the box is protected, tag it as "Fragile."

Speak to your moving company in Wichita Falls with regards to any things that might need to have a custom crate made to be able to safely and securely move the item. Movers frequently work with 3rd party organizations as a way to get belongings adequately crated for transportation.

Regardless of having safeguards set, insurance coverage is really a must. Speak to your moving company in Wichita Falls along with your homeowner’s insurance carrier concerning your alternatives to make certain you have appropriate coverage during your move.

Lastly, after the moving company in Wichita Falls has unloaded the truck, make sure to assess those goods and do a comparison to any pics you took ahead of when the movers leave, which means unpacking all the belongings immediately. Write notes on the paperwork and snap photos of any potential issues, including pictures of damaged packaging.

Isn't it time to move? Contact A-1 Freeman Moving Group to get started.

 

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