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Fold opposite flaps of carton and tape securely - do not interlock flaps.
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Use good quality cartons - we have these available for purchase.
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Stand glasses and cups upright in the carton,stand plates on their edge.
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Do not overfill cartons or use cartons with no lids. The carton top should be flat - not sunken or raised.
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Label cartons with their contents, your last name and the room they are from.
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Label cartons with the term T.W.U (this way up) if they contain food, liquids or other items that must remain upright.
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Slip pictures, paintings and mirrors into flattened cartons and tape along the edges.
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The contents of drawers may remain with the exception of liquids, breakables and any heavy items that may cause damage to the drawer during transit.
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Cupboard contents must be removed and packaged.
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Use scrunched up paper or linen as padding when packing china, crockery, glassware or breakables.
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Do not use tape across furniture surfaces as when removed it may damage the finish.
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Pack heavier items such as books into small cartons and lighter items such as linen into large cartons.
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Newspaper may leave ink stains on items over time - if you plan to store goods we have packing paper available.
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Create a priority carton for items such as remotes, leads, bed legs and bolts.
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Use bedding or pillows for packing along with electronic components such as stereos or computers.
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Small pot plants should be packed into an open top carton for the removalist to see.
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Remove batteries from any item to be stored to avoid damage due to leakage.
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Do not pack any paints, petrol, oils, aerosols, lighters, matches, ammunition or any other hazardous or flammable items.
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Put aside any personal papers, passports and medication you may need prior to packing.
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Bundle and tape together items such as garden tools.
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Remove and pack the glass plate from the microwave oven.
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Freezers can be moved with the contents inside however fridges would need to be emptied - a chilly bin is ideal for this purpose.
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Tea bags placed inside a freezer or refrigerator will absorb any moisture and leave a fresh smell whilst the appliance is in storage.
