Moving Boxes- 3 Keys to loading Them Correctly into your Rental Truck
When purchasing moving boxes and moving supplies, it’s often necessary to rent a truck as well. Utilizing a truck can be very convenient, but packing that truck in a manner that allows your valuables to arrive at your new home safely requires both planning and common sense.
It’s important to remember that the moving boxes with your valuables inside will move and shift while the truck is moving no matter how carefully you drive. So for both your safety and the safety of your valuables, the following are three keys to remember when packing up your truck.
1. Envision your truck containing four different sections. Load each quarter section one at a time. Do your best to utilize all the space in each quarter from the floor to the ceiling of the truck. Once you have the initial quarter section packed out, secure the entire quarter section by tying the section in place utilizing the truck’s tie down rings. It’s worth the investment to invest in specific moving supplies to assist with the tie down process such as good quality twine or rope.
2. Load your heaviest items into the front quarter section of the truck closest to the cab area. This will help to make the truck more stable and easier to drive. Similarly, load your light and awkward items such as book cases, chairs, and tables into the back quarter section of the truck.
3. Furniture and mattresses can get damaged or scuffed up easily in the back of a moving truck. Fortunately, there are simple moving supplies that can help prevent these problems. Purchase protective covers and furniture pads to prevent potential damage to these furniture items. You can also purchase inexpensive moving blankets to cover fragile items. These blankets can then be used for everyday purposes around the home after the move.
In summary, take a bit of time up front to plan how you will pack out your moving truck. By using these common sense tips and utilizing some inexpensive moving supplies, you’ll be on your way to a safe move for both yourself and your valuables. And if you’re in need of moving boxes, check out our review section for the best places to buy moving supplies.
