Moving Tips
Make your move easier with expert tips from High Mountain Moving.
Prepare for a Smooth Move
At High Mountain Moving, we charge by the hour, so being prepared when our team arrives can save you time and money. Here’s a comprehensive list of tips to streamline your moving day and ensure everything goes smoothly.
Pack Small Items Efficiently: Ensure all small items are securely packed into boxes or bins before we arrive. Loose items take longer to move individually, slowing down the process and increasing costs.
Empty Furniture Drawers: Remove all contents from dressers, desks, and cabinets, packing them separately. This reduces weight, prevents damage to items inside, and makes furniture easier and safer to carry.
Protect Glass Components: Detach glass panels from furniture (e.g., cabinet doors, table tops) and wrap them in bubble wrap or blankets. This prevents breakage and ensures safe transport.
Disassemble Bed Frames: Break down bed frames ahead of time and tape bedrails together at both ends with painter’s tape. This simplifies carrying and reduces setup time at your new location.
Clear Pathways: Remove obstacles like rugs, toys, or clutter from floors and walkways. Clear paths ensure our Moving Assistants can work efficiently and safely, minimizing delays.
Manage Pets and Kids: Keep pets and small children out of high-traffic areas during the move. This prevents interruptions, reduces stress, and keeps everyone safe while we work.
Pack TVs Properly: Use a dedicated TV box with padding for all televisions. This protects screens from cracks and scratches during transit—standard boxes often aren’t sufficient.
Label for Unloading: If we’re unloading, label boxes and items with their destination rooms (e.g., “Kitchen,” “Bedroom”). This speeds up placement and reduces confusion at your new home.
Use Moving Blankets: If we’re loading your truck, rent or buy moving blankets to wrap furniture and fragile items. This prevents scratches and dents, especially on long-distance moves.
Plan Parking Access: Reserve parking space for the moving truck near your home. Closer access cuts down on walking time, speeding up the loading and unloading process.