What to Do Prior To The Arrival of Professional Packers

If you have decided on using a professional San Francisco moving company for your packing and transporting needs, preparing for the professionals to arrive should be a priority. Consider the following things to do prior to the arrival of your experienced packers: 

Rid Your Home of Useless Belongings 

Professionally packing and moving items to a new residence only to never use them makes no sense. Especially for those who pay based on the total weight you need to be transported. If you have not used an item for at least 12 months, consider getting rid of it before the packer arrive. Donate, sell, or throw them away instead of spending more time and money.

Dispose of Any Items Your Packers Will Not Pack 

There are several hazardous items professional packers are unable to pack and transport for you due to safety reasons. Three of the major household categories include:

Hazardous – This includes explosive, flammable, corrosive materials which include oils, paint, ammunition, weapons, cleaning fluid, chemicals, etc. 
Plants – Due to the fragility of plants, they are your responsibility to transport. 
Perishables – Fresh, frozen, and refrigerated foods. Prior to your packing team’s arrival, be sure to use up any food supply you have left. 

Create an Inventory

After you rid yourself of any items you are not taking on your move, it is time to make an itemized checklist detailing all items ready to be packed. This inventory list is a great idea or more than one reason: 1) If any item becomes damaged or are missing, this helps to make a damage claim with your professional mover, or file a claim with your insurer. 2) you will be able to quickly check off items in your detailed list as you unpack. 

Use a traditional pen and paper or use the one found online to make a home inventory list.

 

No-Pack Zone 

Select one room in your home or a portion of a room where all items traveling with you to the new residence will be located. Inform the packers before they begin work or be on the safe side and hang a piece of paper stating DO NOT PACK on it.  

Household Appliances

Unplug and empty any appliances the professional San Francisco moving company will pack and transport. If you find the time, clean them as well.

Take Photographs 

Although you hire a reputable company, it is best to stay on the side of caution by taking plenty of pictures of your household belongings before the arrival of your packers. Pay extra attention to antiques and valuable. These photographs can be useful for the moving company and yourself.