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Whether your relocation involves a move down the block or a move across the country, our SMARTBOX portable storage bins can smooth the process. When you're ready to start packing your belongings, give us a call.
As the premier provider of mobile, on-demand storage units, SMARTBOX brings a convenient and non-traditional approach to portable storage. Whether you are looking for additional space to store extra belongings or planning a long distance or local move, SMARTBOX offers moving and storage solutions that are easy to use, secure and completed with professional quality each and every time.
The SMARTBOX concept redefines portable storage because of its innovative design and functionality. Each unit is designed to make loading and unloading easy, while at the same time offering optimum coverage and protection for stored contents.
SMARTBOX understands that moving can be expensive, as well as a time-consuming task. This is why SMARTBOX provides moving options at an affordable price, as well as time saving solutions that will help make your move less tiring and more enjoyable.
Equally, we understand storage. We know that providing our customers with space saving solutions is important, and our goal is to offer great storage options that work for your specific needs.
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Portable Storage Containers for Your Next Move
If a move is in your near future, you may already be feeling stressed about how you're going to get everything packed up and transported to your new home. SMARTBOX can help. We offer portable storage containers that allow you to easily pack up your possessions, store them in our secure units and ship them to your destination. Moving can be a lot easier and less stressful. Estimate your cost here: SMARTBOX Calculator
Why Portable Storage?
For one thing, portable moving is flexible. You can work on your schedule and make sure that your possessions are safe even if you can't access your new home right away.
SMARTBOX options are also more convenient. Our storage units are designed to fit right into our facility with ease. All you have to do to get your stuff is give us a call. We'll bring your containers to you wherever you may be.
Our professional services can make personal moving much less stressful. We'll guide you every step of the way, treat your items as if they were our own and remain in constant communication. We'll even give you a free quote to get you started on the process.
So if a move is on your calendar, try the SMARTBOX option.
8 Steps to Take When First Starting the Packing Process
by
Dusty Rhodes
| Mar 22, 2018
For most people, the words ‘packing’ and ‘moving’ are enough to incite stress and anxiety. Without a doubt, packing is the most arduous moving task. While it is certainly time-consuming and exhausting at times, the packing process can be simplified by following these 8 steps.
- Purge and Donate
It’s no secret that the more things you have the longer it will take to pack. There is no sense is spending countless hours packing items that you rarely use or don’t need anymore. Before packing the first box, take time to go through and get rid of anything you don’t need. Consider donating these items or set them aside for a yard sale.
- Devise a Strategy
Avoid wasting time and getting disorganized by coming up with a mater packing strategy. Follow these three main principles: 1. start with your toughest rooms first. 2.take it one room at a time. 3. Pack heavy items first before moving on to odds and ends.
- Designate a Packing Area
You can speed up the packing process by preparing a specific space in your house to serve as the packing station. This way, the other rooms in your house will remain clutter-free and easily accessible throughout the moving process.
- Gather Packing Materials
Before you are ready to begin packing, make sure you have all of the necessary packing materials. This includes boxes, packing paper, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, and plenty of tape. You don’t want to waste time running to the store to purchase these items.
- Start Early
No matter how efficient you think you are packing always takes longer than expected. Start about 3 or 4 weeks before moving day so you aren’t rushing around at the last minute.
- Take it One Room at a Time
Don’t overwhelm yourself by tracking to tackle too much too fast. Packing one room at a time helps you to stay organized and it will also keep you from getting too stressed. It’s always a good idea to start with the toughest rooms first, such as an attic or a garage. Slowly work your way through each room in the house, saving the kitchen for last. (because you will likely still be using many of these items)
- Label Your Boxes
Mark every box with its contents and its destination. This will make it easier for movers to know where to place each item in your new home and it will also make it easier for you to locate your belongings. There are also several great apps that can help you to organize your boxes so you can easily keep track of everything as you go.
- Follow Proper Packing Techniques
It’s not as simple as just throwing everything into a box. If you aren’t careful, you are likely to waste boxes, strain your back, and even damage your belongings if you don’t follow proper packing procedures. For example, heavy items such as books should be packed in smaller boxes while lighter items such as pillows and blankets should be packed in larger boxes. Take care to properly wrap all fragile items and fill the empty spaces in your boxes with packing peanuts to prevent damage. Finally, don’t pack too heavy! You have a lot of boxes to move and it will quickly take its toll on your back and shoulders if you are constantly lifting heavy boxes.