Cost Cutters   De-Clutter Basics   Elevator Moves   Move Day Expectations   Packing Basics   Planning for Success   Selecting a Mover   Senior Move Transitions   Storage Plans   To Pack or Not to Pack   Understanding Insurance What can I expect to happen on move day? Great question! We don't expect all our customer's to be relocation experts. We have provided a list of Beltway move day expectations so that you can be better prepared and we can work together to make your move day more of a joy that a job. >> Click here for more 6-13-2008 Crew: Omoniyi, Dumay & JR (Rockville Branch) Consultant: Robin Zopp (Rockville Branch) “The move crew was incredible. There was a problem with our property management which they resolved in an amicable, efficient way under very trying circumstances. I have nothing but the best to say!” Carol Bitner Timonium, MD

Packing Basics Basic Packing Guidelines The average person uses 5-10 cartons per room. Plan on using a lot of tape. One roll of tape for every 10-15 cartons. Use the right carton for the right job. Order supplies online. Label every carton immediately upon sealing. Packed cartons should weigh less than 50lbs. Keep items from the same room together as much as possible. One carton stacked on another while packing can reduce back strain. Not all companies will accept open top boxes. Our SmartPack® Vans allow you to do so. Consider rental carton for clothes, lamps, mirrors, and pictures. Overwhelmed? Visit "To Pack or Not to Pack" Materials you'll need to get started Learn How to Pack Appliances Bedding & Linens Books China Clothing Drapes Drawers DVD, CD and Tapes Electronics Firearms, Flammables & Combustibles Flat Panel Television Foodstuffs Glassware Lamps & Shades Mirrors, Paintings & Pictures Room Accessories Tools & Outside Equipment View all tips There Are Four Basic Carton Sizes 17x13x13 THE BOOK CARTON Used for book, records, CDs, canned goods and other similar small heavy items. Each book carton will hold two linear shelf feet of hard back books. 18x16x18 THE MEDIUM CARTON The most versatile of all the cartons. Use for everything from linens to bric-a-brac. It will hold approximately one shelf of the average linen closet. 18x18x24 THE LARGER CARTON Use for light, bulky items like toys, comforters, waste baskets, shoe boxes, throw pillows, etc. Do not overload a box of this size. 18x18x30 THE CHINA CARTON Constructed of heavier cardboard Use for china, dishes, glassware and other fragile items. Each carton will hold an 8 to 10 piece place setting - including glasses and serving pieces. Always pack dishes and plates on end - never flat. More Carton Information

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