Moving can be an overwhelming experience. There are many details to consider, plans to finalize, and, of course, packing to get done. No one looks forward to what is involved, taking furniture apart, boxing everything up, marking everything clearly with a marker and, and trying to keep it all organized. Then, actually having to lift all those items, fit them into a truck, and drive them over to the new location. A Los Angeles moving company can make things much easier, and can move all your belongings without you having to worry about renting a truck, loading and unloading, and then returning the truck. However, if you are up for a challenge, then follow these tips so you can pack the moving truck effectively and solidly, and take note of what to not pack on the moving truck.
Make sure to have a truck big enough for everything you are planning to move. One trip or two, at most. Several trips back and forth will make you very tired, and will run up gas costs, which can end up being very expensive.
You want to start loading the largest and/or heaviest items first. Items such as refrigerators, washing machines, and stoves should be loaded as close to the cab as possible. You can use furniture pads between the heavy items to cushion them and prevent damage. Movers Los Angeles trucks already come with all the moving equipment needed to make the loading of all these heavy items much easier.
Furniture should follow the heavy items. Large furniture such as sofas and coffee tables should be packed close together to prevent sliding around while transporting. Use shrink or bubble wrap to protect glass and dresser mirrors because they are fragile. Arrange your mattresses and box springs in between long mirrors, headboards, chests and tables to help cushion and protect wood and mirrors.
Try balancing the load while you pack a moving truck. Place equal amounts of heavy items on either side of the truck for a smoother ride and for safety reasons. An unbalanced truck that’s too heavy on one side can topple over when making a sharp turn.
At the end, stack your heaviest boxes, balancing the load evenly on both sides. Put your lightest on top. Finally, load the most fragile items on top of the boxes. Don’t forget to make sure to have these boxes well-covered and marked ‘Fragile.’
Things not to load on a moving truck:
Do not put any bed linens, pillows, towels and personal care items your family will need for the first night in the moving truck. This will be very helpful since it will most likely take you a couple of days to finish unpack.
Moving your own household is no easy task. You don’t have to spend a fortune to hire a professional moving company. After all there are reliable cheap movers in Los Angeles.