Whether you are moving across town or across the country, North American Movers offers professional packing and crating services to protect your household possessions. Trained in the proper packing methods to provide maximum protection, our professional packers use the industry's finest packing materials to cushion, cover and protect your belongings. From using cartons to pad-wrapping to customized crating, North American Movers ensures that your household goods remain protected during the move.

Remember, in terms of insurance coverage, the mover is only responsible for damage to items inside boxes he packed, It is important to know how many boxes your move will require, both in terms of obtaining them and budgeting your time. Use the chart below to help you get an idea. (Keep in mind, however, that the longer you've lived in your home, the more stuff you will have accumulated.)

Estimating How Many Boxes You Need

Most people don't realize how much they have accumulated over the years until the truck is loaded.

 

Note: The amount / size of your unique belongings will determine the final number of boxes you'll require.

Other Materials
Tape: Every box needs to be taped, top and bottom, with 2 - 2 1/2 inch gummed or masking tape to give it additional strength and prevent opening. You will need approximately one roll of tape for every 2 to 5 boxes. You can buy the tape from the hardware store or from us.

Wrapping paper: Ordinary newspaper will do fine for this purpose, but be careful because the print will run. For items you want to keep clean, you can buy unprinted white packing paper from North American Movers.

Blankets: Furniture should be wrapped in blankets for its protection. Leave this job to the movers. They will provide the use of blankets free of charge.

Original Packing: Whenever it's available, use the original packing material for your electronic items (stereo, computer, etc.)

If you have any questions on how to pack, please feel free to call us at 1-888-753-6323

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