Moving boxes & supplies are important factors to get right when moving. They help you to be prepared and organized for your move. For your convenience, we deliver these tools to your doorstep on the move date.
Gather your moving tools ahead of time, makings you feel better equipped for the task of packing. For your convenience, you can order your moving supplies directly from Collegian Movers. Our moving professionals help you to determine the correct types and amounts of moving boxes you need for your upcoming move. These items are an important part of your move to get you prepared and to keep your belongings protected throughout the moving process.
Step 1: Use the size of your home, and the number of people living in it, to help determine the number of boxes you need to move.
Step 2: Calculate a quick estimate by multiplying the number of rooms in your home by 12.
The moving box calculation uses the assumption, that it takes 10 to 15 boxes to pack one room.
When it comes to residential moving a variety of boxes are needed, including small, medium, and large boxes. In order to properly pack your household, you will also need a variety of different shaped boxes such as dish packs, wardrobe boxes, and file boxes. Next, you should consider the types of items you are moving and the quantity of each item. For example, if you have more clothes or more dishes to pack than an average person, adjust your box order to fit your needs.
Box Guideline (Box Types for Residential Moves)
When moving companies refer to packing services, they mean the physical wrapping of a household and personal item, and the placing of it into a box. Who packs your boxes will depend upon which packing services choose.
When packing your belongings for a cross country move, consider hiring professional packers. They will assure you are using the proper packing supplies and moving boxes to minimize damage to your items. Transporting furniture and belongings across states lines requires more care and effort than moving to the other side of town. Your items often have to endure hours of bumpy roads. Items that are not packed properly may shift during transport. Our packing services help to keep your memories safe, so nothing gets accidentally damaged.
Collegian Movers has been moving Connecticut residences since 1989. As a guideline, we always ask our clients, “How long have you lived in your home?” We know that the number of boxes you need to move increases with the number of years you have lived in your home. As the late George Carlin said, most people accumulate lots of “Stuff” over time. So, don’t be surprised when you need more boxes, than the average move.
Have you lived in your home for over 10 years? If yes, you should increase the number of boxes to 12-15 per room, versus the 10 to 12 per average move. Please plan accordingly and note that you are not alone. Most people underestimate the number of boxes they need when planning a move.
Are you downsizing your home? If so, you should focus your efforts on minimizing what you are moving. Donate items, have a garage sale or give things away. The fewer items you have to move, the fewer number of boxes you need.
Most Connecticut Moving Companies recommend purchasing boxes in a variety of sizes. The items you are moving come in many different shapes, sizes, and weights. Each item will not fit in the same size box. As a general rule, when packing boxes heavy items should be packed in small boxes and light items should be packed in large boxes.
Moving boxes are specially designed and manufactured for moving. For example, a dish barrel box (China Box) is extremely sturdy because of its double-walled construction. In general, moving boxes are known to endure a greater load, than the boxes sold by the "big box" stores.
The moving boxes sold and used at Collegian Movers have a 32 Edge Crush Test (E.C.T.) rating or higher. The E.C.T. is a test method used to measure the durability and strength of a moving box. Moving boxes are worth the extra money because of their strength and durability and add extra protection for your items during transport.
Our boxes come in many sizes. However, the following types of boxes are the most commonly used by professional moving companies. If you want to be 100% safe with your choice of boxes, you'll want to stock up on some of these quality moving boxes.
Below is a guide for which boxes to use based upon the item you are moving. The description includes names, sizes, and basic uses. If you need further information on boxes, please contact our sales office.
Small moving boxes are great for moving books and other small heavy items such as records, tools, canned goods, etc. Our book carton boxes are small in size and are easy to handle.
Medium moving boxes are designed to hold the majority of household items. These boxes are durable and can be used to move lampshades and other medium weight items.
Large boxes are used for light items. Be sure to keep the weight of your boxes reasonable. You don’t want them to become too heavy to carry. Large boxes are used to move items such as speakers, pillows, blankets, bedding, curtains, linens, stuffed animals, and clothing.
These boxes are well constructed for fragile items such as china, dishes, stemware, and crystal. These corrugated cartons are commonly used for packing the kitchen and dining room. We suggest you also have bubble wrap and packing paper on hand for this job. By protecting your dishes in bubble wrap or with crushed paper you add an extra level of cushioning to your fragile items. It also helps to eliminate the shifting of items inside these heavy-duty moving boxes.
Our warehouse can be used to store business records, overflow inventory, seasonal items, files, unused furniture, and more.
It may not seem like common sense, but when packing a China box, it is a best practice to pack the dishes vertically. Dishes have more strength on their side than when stacked horizontally or flat. So, don’t stack them on top of one another, from the bottom of the box. Place your dishes in a vertical direction. This increases your chances for a smooth move without damage. In addition, for extra protection before placing dishes in the box, place a layer of balled up packing paper on the bottom of the box.
Wardrobe boxes designed to move and store hanging items. In particular, they should be used for your items that cannot be folded and packed into a large box. Each wardrobe carton includes a 24-inch bar to accommodate up to 2 linear feet of items. To calculate the number of wardrobe boxes you need, measure the total feet of the hanging bars you use. Every two feet is equal to one box. In addition to the bar, there is plenty of space at the bottom of each box for your shoes and belts or other lightweight items you store in your closet.
Safely transporting mirrors, pictures, televisions and other wall-hangings is difficult. Mirror carton boxes are ideal for this type of work. These boxes come in 4 pieces. The overlapping pieces adjust to allow for a wide variety of sizes and uses. The pieces provide exceptional protection. Additionally, we recommend wrapping your items with packing paper or bubble wrap for extra protection. This cushioning also limits movement during transport.
At 8 hours a night, the average person sleeps for one- third of their life. So, it makes sense to protect your mattress during your move. Mattress boxes provide a layer of protection from anything that your bed may be exposed to during transportation. This type of box is available in king, queen, double, single (twin) bed sizes. We recommend you use one for each box spring and the mattress that you are moving.
It is a great idea to get rid of your excess items when you are moving to a new home or into a storage unit. Remember, when you move locally you pay by the hour. You are paying to move each item, from one location to the next. When you move fewer items, it takes a shorter amount of time to move. Therefore, it costs you less money to move.
It is common for people who are moving to have more than they realize. While sorting through closets, attics, basements, or overfilled garages focus on purging the items you don’t need or use. Also, consider donating outdated clothing, holding a tag sale, giving away old toys, or opening an eBay account to sell your unwanted items online. The fewer moving boxes you fill, the greater savings you will experience, as you will spend less on moving boxes/supplies.
For additional ideas on how to save on your moving costs see our moving tips.
