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The Complete Moving Checklist
8 weeks to move day, broken into manageable weekly steps. What to book, what to pack, what to label, what to do when the crew shows up, and what to handle after.
PACKING GUIDE
6 rules our crew wishes every customer knew
Rule 1
One box per room
Never mix rooms in a single box. It makes unpacking exponentially harder.
Rule 2
Label all 4 sides + top
Boxes stack. You'll never see the front label. Label every visible surface.
Rule 3
Heavy items in small boxes
Books, tools, dishes, small boxes only. Large boxes are for light stuff: pillows, linens, lampshades.
Rule 4
Color-code by room
A strip of colored tape on each box = instant crew direction. No explaining needed.
Rule 5
Pack an "open first" box
Coffee maker, toilet paper, phone charger, one set of sheets. This box goes in last and comes off first.
Rule 6
Don't fill boxes to the brim
A box should be closeable without force and liftable without back strain. 30–35 lbs is the sweet spot.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you start packing
How far in advance should I book movers?
Book 2-4 weeks out for most moves. May, June, August, September are peak season; book 4-6 weeks out. Undergrads charges $5 to hold your date, so there's no reason to wait.
When should I start packing?
Start 4-6 weeks out with non-essentials. Pack one room at a time, label every box with the room name and contents, and leave daily-use items for the last 1-2 days before the move.
What shouldn't I pack until move day?
Leave these for last: phone/laptop chargers, medications, toiletries, one set of dishes and utensils, bedding, pet supplies, important documents, and your "first night" bag.
Can I leave clothes in dresser drawers?
Yes. If the dresser is solid wood or a heavier piece, keep the drawers empty (removes weight and prevents damage). Lighter dressers with well-fitting drawers can often travel with clothes inside.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Checklist ready. Crew ready.
$5 holds your date. Background-checked crew. Flat rate locked before we show up. $50 if we're late.
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every crew member
$1,000 protection
on every move
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$50 if we're late
$5 to reserve
pay after the move