Buy your moving boxes. The boxes at the grocery store and liquor store may seem better because they’re free, but the irregular shapes, unknown tears in the cardboard, lack of tops, pieces of lettuce, etc. will make it a big inconvenience in the long run. It is most economical to buy your moving boxes at a box manufacturer, rather than at a specialized moving store (U-Haul, etc).

It is better to pack many SMALLER boxes, rather than fewer LARGER boxes.

• Small boxes are easier to pack and unpack
• They are lighter, and easier to carry
• More people can carry lighter boxes
• Easier to pack in the moving truck

Other supplies to buy

• Magic markers to clearly mark & label boxes
• Strong tape to secure boxes – try a tape roll dispenser
• Scissors
• Clean packing material
• Always label your boxes clearly with the contents and the new room location
• Mark your boxes on the top as well as the sides
• Buy brightly coloured “FRAGILE” stickers for your china boxes, etc.
• Borrow or rent a manual moving dolly or hand truck for loading boxes & appliances
• Always have plenty of strong rope to secure items in the truck