Packing is one of the more intimidating parts of moving and storage, but the right supplies can make everything go a lot smoother. There’s always the option to hire packing services, but if you decide to go it alone, don’t despair. 

Why quality matters

While it may be tempting to use old, worn boxes, skimping on packing supplies could be devastating—like torn boxes and broken memories devastating. 

Beyond a sturdy moving vessel, quality supplies will keep you safe and avoid injury. Great moving supplies also keep your movers safe. Boxes breaking or large and heavy items can all cause injuries and need to be taken seriously, whether you’ve hired a mover or are paying your friends in pizza. 

What packing supplies do I need?

The basic supplies house movers need are:

• Strong cardboard cartons or plastic bins

• Packing tape

• Permanent markers

• Wardrobe cartons

• Packing paper, bubble wrap or tissue paper

• Scissors and/or a small knife

Some supplies can be costly and you may not want to commit to owning them. For those cases, we offer packing supply rentals on small and large mirror and picture cartons, flat-screen TV cartons and wardrobe cartons.

Looking for more moving tips? Check out our packing checklist. 

What do I do with packing supplies after I’ve moved?

Everyone has that friend with a stack of broken-down moving boxes at the back of the closet. When you purchase your moving supplies from us, we’re able to give you a 50% refund on any unmarked cartons—we’ll even pick them up from you after the move. 

Should you hire a packer?

That’s totally up to you. You may want to consider hiring someone to pack your house for you if:

• You have a busy schedule

• You want to avoid stress

• There are a lot of delicate or difficult-to-pack items in your home

• You want to be able to use your things until the day before your move

A professional packer gets the job done fast and will pack your house up the day of or the day before your move, so you’re not searching through packed items weeks before you move. Check out our packing services and receive a free estimate. 

Don’t let packing up your home intimidate you. The right house movers and supplies make it easy to set off on your next adventure. Get started with a free estimate.