• The most important tip for moving is to start as early as possible. Packing, inventory, and preparation can take a month, and performing tasks in small intervals can keep you from feeling overwhelmed.
• If you have a family, utilize them well. Designate tasks for each person. Not only will this help alleviate stress and save time, but no one will feel like they have done an unfair amount of work.
• Do you have a lot of complicated electronics? Please do yourself a favor and take pictures of the setup and wiring before disassembling them for the move - saving time when you unpack.
• Make sure you file your change of address at the post office 30 days before you move so that mail won’t still be coming to your old address after you’re gone.
• Be sure to gather all essential papers and records like transcripts, medical records, and birth certificates, and make copies. Put the originals and copies in separate safe places if something happens to them.
• Create boxes you will need to open first in each room and fill them with the essentials. This way, you know what to unpack on the first day at your new place, but you don’t have to tire out trying to unpack everything.
• If you are moving with children, be sure to leave out a special toy to keep with them during the move - keeping them comfortable and providing entertainment.

If you’re preparing to move cross country, one of the biggest tips we have is to go through your belongings and make sure you only move what you need to move. Moving is an excellent opportunity to weed out items that have been taking up space in your home but aren’t used or needed anymore. When it comes time for the move, look at your storage needs and consider temporary and permanent storage for some of your items. Pack everything in sturdy packaging materials. Give us a call to learn more.

Must-Know Packing Tips for Moving

• The first things that everyone asks how to pack are dishes and other kitchen items. First, dispose of all perishable food before moving. The last thing you want is to unpack something in your new home with a foul odor. For all jars and cans, wrap them in book cartons. Any boxes, such as cereal, should be taped shut and packed in a medium carton.
• Cups and glasses should be wrapped near the top, rim down, and individually. At the same time, other glassware, like crystal, should be individually packed in smaller cartons. If this is not possible, wrap and pad them on the top of a box. Do not set them one inside of the other.
• Bowls and other odd-shaped items need to be wrapped individually. Plastic bowls can be nested together and put near the top. In contrast, heavier, delicate bowls must be placed toward the middle or bottom and individually wrapped. Face the bowls downward when packing instead of up.
• For plates, saucers, and flat fine china, wrap them individually and then bundle three or four together. Stand them on end in the carton, but never lay them flat. Place these near the top of a box, putting packing paper or newsprint between each packing layer.
• Clothing and accessories are usually the next priority. If you have hats, put them in hat boxes and then in a large carton. However, if you do not have hat boxes, stuff them with newsprint and pack them individually to avoid crushing. Clothing should be hung in wardrobe cartons or folded in dresser drawers.
• Electronics need careful wrapping, cushioning and placing in medium or large cartons. Larger electronic pieces, such as television sets, computer monitors, and entertainment systems, will be padded by your driver and moved as furniture. If you have the original boxes for any of these items, it is best to pack them in them before proceeding.
• Glass items or large, fragile items are best packed in mirror cartons. If the thing is small, it may be wrapped, padded, and put with other similar items.
• Lamp bases should be wrapped, cushioned, and placed in dish packing cartons. The shades should be in boxes with only loose cushioning to prevent denting.
• Dried plants, not live plants, may be brought along in the van. Individually packed in an appropriate size carton.

If you are doing it yourself, knowing how to pack is essential. Using proper techniques and materials can make the job much easier. If you would prefer us to handle the packing for you, just let us know. We will happily provide you with a free estimate, including the service to pack all or part of your possessions.

For more information on packing from our international movers, contact Joe Bonnie & Son Moving & Storage at 561-272-2122.

The busiest times to move are typical during the summer and the end of the month. However, due to various factors, choosing a more opportune time to move may take a lot of work. Giving advance notice can help us ensure our moving team is available.

Primarily, we plan and execute moves for residential and commercial properties in Delray Beach and throughout the United States. The process involves detailed planning, packing, loading, unloading, moving, and storing items.

Yes. Our moving team has access to specialized equipment like lifting straps, furniture sliders, and cranes. We will move all items carefully and efficiently to prevent damage.

It is advisable to contact Joe Bonnie & Son Moving & Storage as soon as you finalize your move. Advance notice allows us to plan the move and ensure everything runs according to schedule. One of the benefits of hiring local Delray Beach movers is our accessibility to clients, so reach out to us as soon as possible.

We use professional padding, durable moving boxes, plastic and wooden crates, and packing paper and blankets to ensure fragile items are protected. Our skilled movers pack carefully and efficiently for short or long journeys.

As a full-service moving company, we can unpack your belongings on arrival at the new location. Alternatively, we can leave the unpacking to you. Unpacking services are available for both residential and commercial moves. Additional services may increase your moving rate.

Joe Bonnie & Son Moving & Storage operates state-of-the-art storage facilities available to our clients. If you don’t want to move all your possessions at once, you may want to consider adding storage to your moving request. And you can schedule a later time for the delivery of your remaining belongings. If you are planning a cross-country relocation, one of our moving tips is to use storage for items that aren’t a priority.

Our company and trucks are fully insured. Damaged items are repaired or replaced through our replacement value protection. Our experienced movers are trained and extremely careful, minimizing any risk of damage. JBS offers replacement value on every move.