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The Equipment You Need For Moving
The Equipment You Need For Moving
When moving, there are specific items you need to move that huge fridge
and 100 plus boxes occupying your home in order to make everything
easier. Here is a list of the equipment needed when preparing for a
move:
Moving Truck-
There are many different moving truck rental companies to choose from.
The prices of Moving Truck Rentals vary, depending on the how long you need the truck and if it is a local or long distance move. Figure out
the
right size moving truck you will need, based on the size of your home.
Movers-
After you rent the truck, you are going to need laborers to load and
unload the furniture and boxes. Local helpers can provide the moving
help it takes to carry heavy
furniture up staircases and through narrow halls. Reduce your
exhaustion and let someone else provide you with cheap moving labor.
HireAHelper
is the home to over 2000 moving labor providers. You can search moving
helpers using your zip code, compare prices, read reviews, and book
online. Check out movers' reviews, availability, and pricing before
making your
decision. Hire cheap, local moving help, and then move right on in.
Dolly/Handtruck-
Dollies are an L-shaped box-moving handcart with
handles at one end and
2 wheels at the base including a small ledge to place the objects on.
Ideal for stacking boxes. For moving refrigerators and other appliances, get the dolly with the straps to secure those heavy items
in place.
4 Wheel Furniture Dolly- These are
the flat carts that have 4 wheels for transporting the bigger furniture
pieces. Used for moving large dressers, wall units, pianos, and more.
Plastic Wrap- Plastic Wrap is the bind around the furniture to
prevent it from being damaged and free of stains and spills. It also
keeps the drawers of dressers and bureaus in place.
Furniture Pads-
Furniture Pads protects your valuables and keep furniture from
scratches and dirt when being moved. Wrap it around dressers, bureaus,
headboards and use tape to keep it in place.
Rope Tie Downs- Tie downs secure you items to prevent movement while being transported. Make sure all the heavy items are tied down.
Boxes and Packing Supplies-
You can purchase moving kits based on the number of rooms that need to
be packed. You can also buy boxes individually and special boxes for
your mirror, lamp, TV/Computer monitor, or electronics.
Items Needed: Small Boxes
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Medium Boxes
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Large Boxes
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Wardrobe Boxes
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Packaging Tape
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Tape Dispenser
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Bubble Wrap
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Newspaper
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Labeling Marker
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Box Cutter
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- This equipment is usually available upon request by each of the
moving companies if it is listed under the equipment section. The
dollies and handtrucks are normally available at no additional fee,
whereas plastic wrap and rope tie downs have an additional charge. If
there is a star (*) by the name then there is an additional cost, which
you will set up directly with the helper. You can also purchase these
items at the truck rental companies.