Working with a professional moving company is a sure way to alleviate much of the stress of relocation. Prosser’s Moving & Storage knows many tips and tricks that will make your move easier. As you prepare for your move, here are a few ideas that will help make your relocation painless.

• Be Prepared. Have the following supplies on hand when you start packing your belongings. Keeping them in a central, easy-to-reach spot will make the job of packing easier for everyone involved.
  • Boxes,
  • marking pen,
  • bubble wrap,
  • newspaper and tissue
  • Tape
  • Scissors
  • Post-it Notes
  • Tape measure
• Choose Boxes and Containers Carefully. Strong, sturdy boxes that can be secured tightly are preferred. Purchase special boxes for dishes, wardrobe and other special items. Avoid packing boxes too heavily.
• Label Your Boxes Appropriately. Put your markers to good use. Mark each box to indicate the room it should go in, whether or not it is fragile, and if it should be loaded or unloaded first or last.
• Pack Electronics in the Original Boxes. If possible, pack your DVD players, CD players, computers, and other electronics in the original box. At the very least, keep related pieces together. Label cables and tighten transit screws. If removing screws, tape them to the objects they are removed from. 
• Avoid Furniture Polish. It’s tempting to clean and dust all of your furniture before it goes on the moving van, but using furniture polish can turn furniture into a slippery handful.