Packing Tips from the Pros: How PCS Ensures the Safety of Your Belongings

Moving is an exciting experience – especially when it comes to starting anew in a new neighborhood, city or even country. However, before you get there, you have to pack your belongings and ensure that they get to your new home in one piece. Regardless of how expensive or affordable your items are, it is imperative that they are handled with care during the move.


With their years of experience in the moving industry, Pacific Crating & Shipping (PCS) is a brand that surely understands the importance of packing – and how a job well done can lead to the safe and secure transportation of items. In this post, we share some packing tips from PCS for anyone moving in San Francisco and surrounding regions.


PCS advises that for a successful local move, you should always begin packing at least three weeks before your move date. Why? It takes careful attention to pack items and ensure that they are safely transported. Make a detailed list of items that will be moved and start with the least used ones. You should also go ahead to declutter so that you have a precise idea of what is going on each box.


When it comes to interstate shipping, one of the most important aspects is to choose a reputable company with vast experience in that field. PCS is a perfect fit as they can pack and ship your items with ease. For an added layer of protection, it is recommended that you inquire about PCS’s insured services that guarantee the security of your belongings.


Long-distance moving can be tedious, and PCS understands this. They suggest that during a long-distance move, you should prioritize valuable and fragile items. After sorting those items, use packing material that keeps them secure but not too heavy to handle during transportation. Finally, store box materials (for future use), and label your boxes with detailed instructions on their contents and placement.


Crossing international borders with your belongings is no small task. To ensure that your items are packed correctly and transported with care, PCS advises that when it comes to international moves, it is essential to sort items by weight and use the appropriate packing materials. With proper packing materials, fragile items such as antiques, mirrors, artworks are adequately secured and transported.


Pacific Crating & Shipping has been providing expert packing and moving services for over ten years. Your goods deserve the best protection during transportation, and PCS is the mover you can trust. Whether you are in San Francisco or beyond, they offer services that ensure your belongings are adequately secured and transported efficiently. Contact PCS today and experience expert packing and moving services.

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