First things first…
Make Sure You Have the Right Packing Supplies
There are various types of packing supplies that are used to provide protection for fragile and valuable items. The supplies you will use depend on the size of the items you are packing.
When dealing with small items, you will need:
- Packing Paper
- Packing Peanuts
- Bubble Roll
- Cardboard Boxes with Dividers
- Packing Tape
When packing larger items, you will need:
Moving Blankets
Custom Wood Crating (optional)
Now for some packing tips.
How to Pack Small Collectable Items
Begin by wrapping the individual item in packing paper or use a bubble roll. Take care when you apply tape to make sure that the tape does not come in contact with sensitive items. Carefully place the items into a moving box that is lined with packing paper. Fill any gaps with packing paper to reduce shifting during transport. Place a layer of crumpled paper on the top. Close the box and secure with packing tape. Mark the box “fragile.”
How to Pack Large Collectable Items
Use moving blankets or pads to secure larger items. This creates an outer layer of padding and protection during transport. If possible, consider hiring professional movers that offer custom crating options. They can create crates that are made to fit the item exactly so that it does not jostle when moving.
Consider Hiring Professional Movers
Moving collectable items might be best left to the professionals. Professional packers know how to ensure that your valuables are handled safely throughout the entire packing, loading, delivery, and unpacking process. Some movers offer partial packing solutions so you don’t have to hire full-service movers if you don’t want to.
Choose the Right Protection Plan
If you decide to hire professional long-distance movers, ask about their valuation protection plans. All moving companies are required to provide basic valuation coverage, also known as Released Value Protection. However, this coverage is based on the weight of the item, not its actual value. Since collectible items are often light in weight, this kind of coverage will not do. Instead, ask for Full Value Protection.
Know When Self-Transport is Safer
Not all valuables are best left in the hands of long-distance movers. Smaller items of extraordinary value, like jewelry, coins, stamps, and card collections are best transported by the owner if possible. If this is not possible, use insured shipping services.
Consider Using Warehouse Storage
If you need some time before receiving your items at your new home, consider hiring professional movers that provide secure, warehouse storage. Your items are enclosed within wood vaults and stored in a climate-controlled environment for safe keeping—just be sure to ask about climate-controlled capabilities because not all storage companies offer this.
Do you need help from reliable Richmond long-distance movers?
Whether you want to purchase professional packing materials for a DIY move, partial packing for collectables and other valuables, or full-service residential movers in Richmond, contact Covan World-Wide Moving. We are here to provide the custom relocation plan you need. Give us a call to get started or submit our online form for a free estimate of moving costs now!
