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Moving Tips

BOXES
All boxes should be securely sealed or taped on top and bottom. AII boxes must be
filled to the edge and not above for stacking purposes.


ITEMS THAT CANNOT BE TRANSPORTED
Paint, firearms, flammables, caustics, corrosives, aerosols, candles, matches,
antifreeze, oils, bleach, unsealable containers, plants, and pets.


BEDDING
Place bedding in clean, large-sized cartons. Light articles such as blankets
or pillows may be put into furniture drawers.


BEDS
Our professional movers will dismantle your beds and reassemble them in your
new residence.


BOOKS
Books should be pocked in small, strong cartons. They should be placed
cover to cover. Wrap valuable books individually. Do not pack books in
furniture drawers or leave in portable bookshelves or bookcases.


CANNED GOODS
Pack upright in small, sturdy cartons. Do not pack beyond the limit of
portability, not over 50 pounds to each container. Approximately 24 cons
should be ample.

CHINA/DISHES
Wrap china and all fragile objects individually in paper. Large plates and heavy
pieces should be placed at the bottom of the container, on edge, smaller plates,
cups and saucers toward the top of the container. Plates and dishes should be
placed in a vertical position with pads of paper in between. Recommended - 3" of
paper on the bottom of the barrel or carton and 2" of paper in between layers.


CLOTHING
Our professional movers will transport your hanging clothes from the closets
directly to wardrobes provided by us. Wardrobes will hold approximately 25
hangers depending upon the size of the garments. Your clothing will reach you
clean and wrinkle-free. For storage, clothing should be cleaned. Pack small
clothing articles in suitcases, trunks, or medium-sized cartons.


CLOCKS
Pendulums on clocks should be removed or secured tightly to the base of the
clock. Small clocks may be wrapped and placed in cartons.


CURTAINS
These may be placed on hangers and transferred to wardrobe cartons, or they
may be folded and placed in cartons. To save handling, they can be sent to the
cleaners and delivered directly to your new home.


DRAWERS IN FURNITURE
Light articles such as clothing may be left in drawers of furniture. There may
be exceptions. Do not pack heavy items in dresser, bureau, server or buffet
drawers. Never leave liquids, breakables, or firearms in drawers. Filing cabinet
drawers must be emptied.


DRYERS, ELECTRIC OR GAS
Check with your service expert. Motors may need to be checked and secured.
Gas lines and vent hoses must be disassembled prior to move. Be sure gas lines
are tightly shut off and capped if possible. Clothes must be removed.


FOOD
Dispose of any open food containers that might spill or spoil. The carrier will
not be liable for damage caused by food spilling on other items. Perishable food
should never be stored or shipped.

FREEZERS
These appliances must be completely defrosted one or two days prior to moving.
They should be dried and aired out to avoid musty odor. Safety of contents
cannot be guaranteed, so it is best to empty your freezer. Check with your
service expert to be sure the motor is bolted, if necessary.


GLASS TOP FURNITURE
For complete safety, glass tops should be boxed or crated. This is a must when
storing or shipping glass.


GLASSWARE
Stemware and glassware should be wrapped individually and placed inside a
carton. Do not nest unwrapped glasses inside each other. Place wrapped
glassware right side up, not on their sides.


GRANDFATHER CLOCKS

Remove chimes. Secure chains tightly against the base of the clock with wire
or strong string, and remove weights and pendulums. If it is going long distance,
call a reputable clock company to prepare the clock against damages.


JEWELRY
Keep valuable Jewelry in your immediate possession.


KITCHEN UTENSILS
Kitchen utensils should be clean and placed in cartons. Durable, heavy pieces
should be placed on the bottom and lighter ones should be placed on the top
with each piece padded against dents, chipping, or scratching. Toasters, irons,
waffle irons, mixers, etc. may be wrapped individually and placed in cartons with
other kitchen utensils.


KNICK-KNACKS AND SMALL ITEMS
Wrap separately and pack in cartons. Cushion well with packing paper.
Pack largest and heaviest items in bottom of container.


LAMPS
Remove ornamental tops (harps) and put in a safe place that you will remember.
Small lamps must be wrapped and placed in cartons for safe moving.

LAMPSHADES
Wrap in packing paper only. Place in cartons by themselves marked "Fragile".
They may be nested with a sheet of paper between them, but do not pack them
as to tear lining or puncture parchment shades.


LINENS
Table and bed linens should be put into strong, medium-sized cartons. They
should be lined with packing paper to protect from dust. Do not use newsprint
as a liner as the ink may soil the fabric.


MATTRESSES
Our professional movers will protect your mattress with a carton for a nominal
charge. Do not try to roll the mattress because it may damage the springs or
fabric. You may protect the mattress with a sheet or mattress cover if you
like.


MEDICINES
Seal bottles and jar stoppers. Wrap individually and place upright in a small
carton. Label as medicine.


MICROWAVES
Glass tray and turntable must be removed, then wrapped individually and placed
on edge in a carton.


MIRRORS
For storage or long distance moving, mirrors must be crated for safe handling.
The movers will remove wall mirrors if they are not fastened to the walls.
Mirrors will not be installed on the walls at the new residence. Mirror tops on
furniture will be taken off and replaced at destination.


MOWERS AND GASOLINE POWERED TOOLS
Gas tanks should be drained and oil reservoirs emptied. No flammable mixtures
or articles may be transported on public carriers.

PICTURES - PAINTINGS
Small pictures may be safely placed between the folds of blankets or pillows
and placed on edge in cartons. Large and valuable pictures and paintings must
be padded, wrapped, and crated for moving.


PLANTS
These should be handled personally or given to a florist to send to your
destination. The moving company will not assume responsibility for living plants.


REFRIGERATORS
It is very important to defrost and thoroughly dry your refrigerator before
moving. The doors should be left open to air out several hours after defrosting.
Water lines must be disconnected prior to move.


RUGS
It is not necessary to remove rugs from floors. Our movers will do this for you.
They will be rolled to avoid crushing. If they are to be stored, have them
cleaned. Tacks should be removed from carpeting before our movers arrive.


SILVERWARE
Leave in original containers or wrap in cloth or paper, and pack in boxes. Place
padding in silver chests to prevent moving and scratching.


STEREO COMPONENTS
Stereo receiver, CD player, tape deck, and turntable all must be disconnected
and packed individually in a sturdy box. CD's, tapes, and records must be
removed from units and placed on edge in a small carton. Small speakers should
be placed in cartons.


STOVES
Must be disconnected prior to move. Be sure gas lines are tightly shut off and
capped if possible. If electric range coils are loose, they must be removed
along with griddles, deep fryers, and other removable parts, then packed
separately. Pots and pans must be taken out and packed in cartons.

TELEVISION SETS
Some large screen TV's should be serviced both before and after moving.
Television antennas and other components such as VCR's and DVD players must
be disconnected, then placed in cartons.


TOILETTRIES
Seal the corks and stoppers of cosmetics, medicines, and perfume bottles
before wrapping separately in paper and placing upright in cartons. Aerosols,
flammables, corrosives, and nail polish products must not be packed.


TOOLS
If they are valuable, wrap separately. Tools can be put into small, strong
cartons without wrapping individually.


VALUABLES
You should handle legal documents, important papers, jewels, and currency
personally. Keep them in your immediate possession.


WASHERS
Automatic washers should be serviced by an authorized service expert. Motors
should be checked and secured, tumbler action should be protected and
fastened in place. Hoses must be disconnected and stored in washer or a
carton. Clothes must be removed.


Sincerely,
White Star Movers
P.S. Happy packing and moving.

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