The process of moving is not easy. It is normal to encounter a few stains and scrapes during the moving process. It is similarly usual to do everything possible to prevent cargo damage from occurring to a sensitive cargo.

Keeping goods scrape-free, whether this is furniture, flooring or valuables, is the objective of every move. The following are helpful tips to keep cargo pristine during and after the complicated moving process.

 

Cover Your Floor

An effective way to protect the floor during a move is to use floor covers. Whether your floor is made of tile, hardwood, laminate, or carpet, floor covers minimize if not totally prevent tears and scratches. They also help shield the floor from foot traffic and dirt. Plus, floor covers convert floors to non-slip surfaces thereby making the move safe and efficient for all involved.

To prevent floor cracks and scrapes, use simple solutions such as flattened cardboard boxes, moving blankets, plastic sheeting or carpet film protectors, doormats. Whichever solution you use, make sure the edges are secure as doing so halts dangerous sliding which could inadvertently cause injury. Fabric sheets help prevent the possibility of bubbling that could cause anyone to trip.

Shield Doorways and Doors

It is usual for doors and doorways to bear the brunt of the moving out or moving in process. Front doors specifically are subject to bumps and bruises brought by having to maneuver a dinner table or couch through a small doorway. Doorways can be protected by a door jamb protector, while doors can be shielded by a quilted cover.

 

Practice Caution When Moving Breakables

No one wants to see broken dishes, mirrors or picture frames when unpacking after a move. In order to guarantee that breakables and other fragile items arrive in one piece, ensure that you utilize correct supplies. 

Begin by wrapping any breakable goods in numerous packing paper. When moving dishes, utilize a double-wall dish box as well as a kit that partitions dishes in order to make sure that dishes remain in their proper position during and after a move. When moving lamps, the bulbs attached to it must be removed prior to packing. You can also utilize a special lamp box.

 

Valuables Need to be Packed First

It is critical that the items you find essential be packed first. Usually, people mistakenly pack valuable items last. However, doing so could cause problems. If critical items are packed first, you can easily relax and have more available space to organize other items. Focusing on first keeping valuable items safe will save you time in the long-term as well as prevent possible accidents.

 

Make Sufficient Plans 

Prior to packing, it is best to assess the space available as well as the size of the goods that are to be moved. Planning also helps you know in advance if you need further assistance.

Measure the furniture piece in advance in order to confirm the space of the doorway. The doorway needs to be large enough to fit the piece you are moving to. Doing this consistently will further prevent unnecessary scratches and nicks.

Similarly, railings and bannisters are considered as high-traffic areas. They are highly likely susceptible to being bruised and bumped during a move. Best to wrap them using bubble wrap or flattened cardboard. 

Planning also helps you determine the space you will work in. Being aware of this detail will save your wall from being unintentionally scraped. Dragging or dropping heavy goods is also prevented by knowing the specific amount of energy required to lift it.

Working with and asking help from spotters is essential as it saves you from having to lift heavy items. When handling large-sized furniture, it is best to dismantle these first. Though you might need to take numerous trips, doing so will prevent injuries and damages to your home or office space.

 

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Create and Pack Your Own Boxes

Having a sturdy and correctly constructed box helps you avoid having to see your goods on the street or sidewalk. Use good packing tape to prevent the possibility of additional work due to broken boxes. 

When making your own box, make sure that the center seam is taped twice. Tape along under the edges where you see the flaps folded in. Make sure the tapes extend approximately four to six inches above the box’s side. One way to avoid having to overpack boxes is to place heavy goods in small boxes and place light-weight items in big boxes.

 

Provide Ample Protection

One effective way to protect your cargo during and after a move is by using moving pads or moving blankets. Whether you are moving, loading, unloading goods, blankets or pads shield items from scratches, dents or scuffs. 

Using stretch-wrap over blankets makes sure that cargo remains or stays while in transport. Utilize pre-shaped protectors to allow them to fit unique items such as refrigerators or love seats. Plastic furniture covers help cargo to stay dry even during precipitation.

Walls can be protected too by covering them with drop cloths. These materials prevent walls from being bruised or scratched. Flattened cardboard can similarly be used and attached using painter’s tape. Note that the tape is safe to use and will not in any way peel the paint off the walls.

 

Free Yourself From Pressure

It is dangerous to lift or move heavy or large-sized items by yourself or with little to no support or equipment. Fortunately, it is not necessary to be a weightlifter in order to move cargo. One only needs to have the correct moving equipment. Moving straps remove the pressure off the arms and back thus giving one easy maneuverability and control. Thanks to a dolly, one can easily pull and push cargo from one place to another.

 

Load Cargo the Smart Way

The best way to load furniture or boxes is to do so in a manner that is 100% safe and smartly secure. This can be done by loading heavy goods or large furniture first as doing so avoids the possibility of it being crushed. It is inevitable to encounter immediate stops during a move or bumps, as well as potholes. 

One way to prevent items from moving or shifting around is by using tie-down straps or bungee cords. This equipment is a must when moving sensitive cargo.

 

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Anticipate Obstacles

When moving cupboards or drawers, make sure you remove any items inside it in order to prevent objects from falling out. The doors of cabinets and drawers need to be wrapped using stretch tape so as to protect them from being damaged.

Determine too if there will be any obstacle that will block your way during the move. If there is one, remove them. Your path must be clear and free from possible and unnecessary disruptions. No one wants to trip or fall over during the move. Feel free also to ask the help of friends or family when hauling heavy cargo. You can also request the service of a professional to ensure that your move is problem-free.

Conclusion

All in all, the process of moving is difficult. However, try to find a way to relax and have a break or two. Do not forget to take the necessary safety precautions as doing so not only helps prevent damage to your cargo or property, it also keeps you safe. Property damage poses an authentic and at times costly threat. Being a step ahead of possible issues helps in keeping your unnecessary expenses minimal and your return of investment in its maximum capacity. To know more contact Toronto Trailers today!

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