All loose belongings need to be boxed. You can do this yourself, pay the mover to do it all for you you, or have the mover do partial packing (for example, pack only fragile items). Remember, in terms of insurance coverage, the mover is only responsible for damage to items inside boxes he packed, unless there is exterior damage to the boxes as a result of the move.
Recycled boxes are available free from local stores, but they should all be clean, strong and able to close. (During your move, the boxes will be stacked on top of each other.) You can purchase new boxes from NorthStar Moving. Some available are double-corrugated for extra strength and come in special sizes to make it easier to pack.
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.)
Most people don't realize how much they have accumulated over the years until the truck is loaded.
