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After two decades of packing homes across Bradenton and Sarasota, the same handful of habits separate an easy unpack from a box of broken glasses. None of it is complicated, but all of it matters.
callCall (941) 809-5777Use this as a quick reference. For the full method, see our how-to-pack guide.
Box by weight, not by size
Heavy items like books and dishes go in small boxes. Light bulky things like linens and pillows go in large ones. A big box full of books is a torn box waiting to happen.
Wrap fragiles one at a time
Each glass and plate gets its own wrap, then padding between layers. Plates ride on their edges, never stacked flat. Mark the box fragile on the top and the sides.
Pack a first-night box
Medications, chargers, toiletries, a change of clothes, toilet paper, and the coffee setup. Keep it with you, not on the truck, so your first night is livable.
Label every box
Destination room plus a one-line list of contents, on the top and one side. Color-coding by room makes the unload faster because the crew reads it from across the truck.
Keep these off the truck
Cash, jewelry, passports, documents, and anything flammable travel with you. Drain fuel from mowers and trimmers before they load.
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start packing?expand_more
Four weeks out, starting with rarely-used rooms and working toward daily-use spaces. Leave essentials for the last day.
Can you pack for me?expand_more
Yes, full or partial. See our professional packing service.
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