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The old saying, “you get what you’ve paid for” still rings true today.  Used moving boxes may sound tempting, but before you go down that route, we encourage you to consider some of the pitfalls.  As a packing and moving company, we sometimes move items that we did not pack.  While our movers and packers handle these items just as carefully as those we do pack, the likelihood of issues arising increases when items are packed in “used” moving boxes. Let’s take a look at some reasons why used moving boxes should be avoided.

COMPROMISED STABILITY

Any box that has already been used to transport items has some compromised stability. Our movers and packers are especially careful, however, weak boxes are more vulnerable to damage and have an increased risk of the bottom falling out.

LINGERING ODORS

Used moving boxes can sometimes hold on to the odors of items that were placed in them by the person who used them before. Do you really want the smell of someone’s socks to permeate the same box you use to pack your kitchen items?

BUGS

As a full service moving company, we have seen it all – including boxes with pest infestations.  Termites, bed bugs, roaches…when you pack your belongings in a used moving box, you don’t have any idea what pests, larvae and eggs could be lurking inside.

Bottom line, investing in quality, sturdy, new moving boxes can save you time, money and headaches in the future.  When you hire our full service movers to handle your packing, you can count on the fact that we use top quality moving and packing materials to ensure the integrity of your belongings.  Not all moving companies invest in their customers in the same way as 3 Guys Moving.  Our long distance and local movers treat you like family.  If you are planning a move now or in the future, our movers and packers would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.  Give your friends at 3 Guys Moving a call today!

We are continuing our series on how to pack fragile items, including antiques and collectibles, for your next move.  Our previous article included some valuable tips from our own movers and packers including using new, sturdy boxes and wrapping/packing items using cushioning materials.  Today, we will look at more helpful tips for packing fragile items.

PACK BOXES TIGHTLY

A quality moving and storage company will have movers and packers who pack boxes tight so items cannot move.  If you do not plan to hire professional movers and packers and instead wish to pack items yourself, a trick to filling empty space in the box is to utilize towels and linens.  Newspaper, packing paper, and bubble wrap also make great fillers.

USE HEAVY DUTY PACKING TAPE

Not all tape is the same and the last thing you want is for the tape to lift off of sealed boxes either during the move or when they are in storage. If you have hired a moving and storage company to simply move your items from one place to the next, then you can use a heavy duty shipping tape to secure the boxes.  If your moving and storage company will be storing your boxes for you, then you may want to consider a good storage tape.  If you engage a qualified packing and moving company such as 3 Guys Moving to handle your packing, then your movers and packers will bring the tape that is most appropriate for your particular situation.

3 Guys Moving is proud to be a preferred packing and moving company that has been in business for more than three decades.  Our full service movers are dedicated to ensuring your move is easy and smooth.  Whether you need long distance or local movers, we can help.  Give your friends at 3 Guys Moving a call today!