Moving to a new home is more than just a change of address; it’s a fresh start in a new ‘hood.
But while moving brings the chance to discover a new local coffee shop or off-lead dog park, it also comes with the daunting task of managing costs, especially when it comes to moving fees.
Most moving companies charge by volume, and even if you opt for a DIY move, the size of the truck can significantly impact your budget.
Whether you need a big truck or a smaller one, Budget Trucks caters to every type of move so you spend less time on the boring stuff and more time finding that trendy new cafe.
Plus, by choosing Budget Trucks, you have the flexibility to select exactly the size you need, ensuring a cost-effective move.
Here are 10 expert tips on how to pack and stack effectively, maximising every inch of space and ensuring you’re not overpaying for your move.
First and foremost, choose the right truck size – Budget Trucks offers a variety of truck sizes to match your specific needs.
Choosing a truck that fits your belongings snugly without much empty space means you’re not paying for unused volume.
Start your packing process by decluttering, and getting rid of items you no longer need or use.
Sell, donate, or dispose of these items, because fewer belongings mean less volume, which translates to needing a smaller truck and fewer boxes.
For bulky items like bedding, curtains, and winter clothes, use vacuum seal bags.
These bags can reduce the volume of these items significantly, allowing you to pack more into smaller spaces.
Furniture takes up a lot of space, and while it can be tempting to just load everything into the truck, disassembling items such as desks, bed frames and shelving units means you can pack and stack them more efficiently.
This not only saves space but also makes these large items easier to transport.
When loading the moving truck, use all available space – this includes hollow spaces.
Store items inside washing machines, refrigerators and shelving units, ensuring these are well-wrapped or contained to prevent shifting during transport.
Fill drawers with small items to save on box space – just be sure to use some painters tape to secure the drawers shut.
Learn the art of stacking – you’ll thank yourself coming moving day.
Place heavier, sturdier boxes on the bottom and lighter boxes on top. Not only does this method maximise space, but it also ensures that your belongings aren’t crushed during the move.
Use boxes that can easily stack together. Sturdy, uniformly sized boxes can be stacked tightly and high, maximising vertical space in the moving truck.
And if you’re not a fan of boxes, there are companies where you can hire plastic tubs – picking them up before you move, and dropping them back when you’re done.
This means zero space wasted, and you aren’t stuck with a whole heap of boxes post-move. Plastic tubs also ensure your belongings are carefully transported.
If possible, pack electronics in their original boxes, as these boxes are designed to hold the item perfectly, often allowing you to stack other things on top without damaging the electronics.
Fill each box to capacity to prevent items from moving around during transport, which can lead to damage.
This method uses the box’s space efficiently and reduces the number of boxes you need.
If you need to, add tea towels, linen napkins or table cloths to ensure the safety of fragile belongings.
Labeling might not seem like a space-saving technique, but by knowing the contents of each box, you can better decide how to stack them.
Plus, it saves a lot of time during unpacking, preventing you from having to move boxes around multiple times.
Presented by Budget Trucks and published on realestate.com.au
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