When packing here are some things to keep in mind.

Air Conditioners:                Consult your authorized dealer or service man on  your  particular model. Some sealed units should be bolted down.

Beds:                                     The movers will dismantle your beds and set them up in your new residence.  However, if you dismantle the beds our movers will not set them back up for you.

Books:                                   Books should be packed in small, strong, securely tied cartons.  They should be placed cover to cover, alternating bindings to prevent the pages from becoming interlocked and damaged. Wrap valuable books individually. DO NOT pack books in furniture drawers or leave them in portable bookshelves or bookcases.

Canned Goods:                  Pack upright in small, sturdy cartons. Do not pack beyond the limit of portability, not over 50 pounds to each container. Approximately 24 cans should be ample.

China:                                    Wrap china and all fragile objects in paper individually. Large plates and heavy pieces should be placed on the bottom of the container, on edge, smaller plates, cups and saucers toward the top of the container. Plates and dishes should be placed in a vertical position with pads of paper in between. Recommended - 3" of paper on the bottom of the carton and 2" of paper in between layers. Do not pack above edge of container. 

Clocks:                                  Pendulums on clocks should be removed or secured tightly to the base of the clock. Small clocks may be wrapped and placed in boxes.

Curtains:                               Before moving day, remove curtains from rods and fold neatly in drawers or place in white tissue-lined boxes.  Curtains can also be folded over the pole in a wardrobe box.

Drawers in Furniture:        Articles such as blankets, cushions, pillows and clothing may be left in drawers. Do not pack heavy items in dresser, bureau, server or buffet drawers.  NEVER leave liquids, breakables or firearms in drawers.

Dryers, Electric or Gas:     Check with your service man, as motors may need to be checked and secured.

Food:                                     Dispose of food in open containers that might spill or spoil enroute. The carrier will not be liable for damage caused by food spilling on other items. Perishable food should never be stored or shipped. 

Freezers:                              These appliances must be completely defrosted one or two days prior to moving. They should be dried and aired to avoid musty odor. Safety of contents cannot be guaranteed so it is best to empty your freezer and plan meals that will use up perishable contents. Check with your service man to be sure the motor is bolted, if necessary.

Glass Tops to Furniture:   For local moving can be removed   and  replaced by the mover who will pad them safely in the van.

Glassware:                           Stemware and glassware should be wrapped individually prior to boxing.  DO NOT nest unwrapped glasses in each other. Place wrapped glassware right side up, not on their sides.

Grandfather Clocks:          Remove chimes. Secure weight chains tightly against the base of the clock with wire or strong string and remove weights and pendulums. If it is going a long distance, call a reputable clock man to prepare the works against damages.

Jewelry:                                Keep valuable jewelry in your immediate possession.

Kitchen Utensils:                Kitchen utensils should be clean and placed in cartons or barrels. Durable, heavy pieces placed on the bottom, light ones on the top with each piece padded against dents, chipping or scratching. Toasters, irons, waffle irons, mixers, etc., may be wrapped individually and placed in cartons with other kitchen utensils.

Lamps:                                  Remove ornamental tops and put in a safe place that you will remember. Small lamps may be wrapped and placed in cartons for safe moving.

Lampshades:                      Wrap in white, clean tissue paper only, place in cartons, marked "Fragile". Do not use newsprint, as the ink may soil them. They may be nested but do not pack them so as to tear lining or puncture parchment shades.

Linens:                                  Table and bed linens should be put into strong cartons or trunks. They should be lined with tissue or clean white or brown paper to protect from dust. Do not use newsprint as a liner as the ink may soil the fabric.

Linoleum:                             The moving company is not responsible for the safe moving of linoleum which has been used or tacked to the floor; or which cracks and breaks when rolled

Mattresses:                          You may protect them with a sheet or mattress cover if you like.

Medicines:                            Seal bottles and jar stoppers. Wrap individually, placing them upright in small cartons or metal waste containers.

Mirrors:                                  Wall mirrors will be removed by the movers, if they are not fastened to the walls. Mirrors will not be installed on walls at the new residence. Mirror tops on furniture will be taken off and replaced at destination.

Mowers  And                       Gas tanks should be                        

Gasoline-Powered             drained and oil

Tools:                                    reservoirs emptied.

                                                No flammable mixtures or

                                                articles may be

                                                transported on public carriers.

Nic-Nacs:                         Wrap separately and pack in

                                            cartons, or boxes.  Cushion

                                            well with newsprint. Pack

                                            largest and heaviest items

                                            in bottom of container. Do not

                                            pack over edge of container.

Paintings - Pictures:          Small pictures can be safely

                                                placed between the folds

of blankets or pillows in drawers or cartons. Large and valuable pictures and paintings must be padded, wrapped and crated for moving.

Plants:                                   These should be handled personally by you or given to your florist to send to your destination. The moving company will not assume responsibility for living plants. 

Records, Tapes               Pack records on end,   

and CD Players:              side by side, to provide the

                                            greatest resistance to weight

                                            pressure.

                                            Use small cartons only.

Refrigerators:                      Defrost and thoroughly dry your refrigerator before moving. This is very important. The doors should be left open several hours to air after defrosting. All pans, trays, crispers, shelves or removable parts should be removed and wrapped separately. Have your refrigerator serviced, as the motor may have to be bolted down before moving. Do not plug it in at the new home until it has been unbolted.

Rugs:                                     It is not necessary to remove rugs from floors. Our men will do this for you. They will be rolled to avoid crushing. If they are to be stored, have them cleaned. Tacks should be removed from carpeting before our movers arrive.

 Silverware:                          Leave in original containers or wrap in cloth or low sulfur-content paper, or tissue and pack in boxes. Place padding in silver chests to prevent moving and scratching.

Stereos:                                Secure the tone arm and turntable against the movement by tying. Secure the changer to avoid its moving forward. On delicate, expensive players, it is wise to have this done by an experienced serviceman.

Stoves:                                  Must be disconnected prior to pickup. Be sure gas lines are shut off tight and capped, if possible. For electric ranges, if the coils are loose, they must be removed together with griddles, deep fryers and removable parts, and packed separately.

Television Sets:                  Some sets require that they be checked before moving. Some color TV's must be serviced both before and after moving. Television antennas should be removed from roof tops and disassembled.

Toilet Articles:                     Seal the corks and stoppers of cosmetics, and medicines with natural nail polish, paraffin or masking tape before wrapping separately in paper and placing upright in cartons.

Tools:                                    If they are valuable, wrap separately. Tools, as a rule, can be put into small strong cartons without wrapping individually.

Valuables:                            Legal documents, all important papers, jewels and currency should be handled by you personally. Keep them in your immediate possession.

Wardrobes:                          Each of trucks are equipped with at least 4 wardrobes for your hanging clothes.  Each wardrobe will hold approximately 25 hangers.   The movers will bring them in on the day of the move for you to put your hanging clothes into them.  They will then pack them as close to the back of the truck as possible so that they can take them off first, to give you a chance to unpack them into the closets you would like them in.  The wardrobes can also be used to fold drapes or curtains over.  Do not pack any other items into the wardrobes.  They are not designed to be packed as a box would be. 

Washers:                              Automatic washers must be serviced by an authorized service man. Motors should be checked and secured, tumbler action protected and fastened in place.