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| Moving FAQs | Do my appliances need special attention?
The majority of refrigerators, washers, dryers, and other electrical or mechanical appliances require special servicing to ensure safe transportation. All the moving parts such as motors on major appliances, washer drums, icemakers and the pickup arm on a phonograph should be securely fastened for shipment. Prior to your move you should service and disconnect the gas appliances.
It’s your responsibility to see that appliances are serviced for shipment before they are loaded on the van. If requested and for an additional charge, a moving company will perform this service, using either its own qualified personnel or an authorized service company.
Can I pack my China, glass and crystal?
Many people would like to have their household possessions, especially fragile items, professionally packed by a moving company. But if you make up your mind to pack these items yourself, remember that the basic principles of good packing include wrapping the items individually, providing plenty of cushioning and making sure of a firm pack.
Select a sturdy container with a lid. Put a two- or three-inch layer of crushed paper on the bottom of the carton as a cushion. Cover each item individually with a soft material to provide a safe, protective, "padded nest." Set the heaviest items on the bottom and the lighter ones next, filling in empty spaces with crushed paper. Put plates on edge and glassware on rims for maximum protection. Label the carton "Fragile," and list the contents on the outside. Seal the carton with tape.
Can I pack my clothes in a chest or dresser drawers?
If your shipment is not going into storage-in-transit, lightweight clothing — sweaters, shirts, blouses, and lingerie — may be left in the drawers. Avoid filling drawers with heavy items such as books, table linens or sheets, which can damage the piece of furniture during transit. Do not leave fragile items, money, jewelry, watches or other valuables in the drawers, as well as anything that might spill or leak.
Can I move my frozen foods?
You can move the frozen foods, but only under specific, limited conditions. Discuss this with your agent. We usually suggest that shipping arrangements be made through local frozen food locker plants, especially for a long-distance move.
Can I move jewelry and other valuables?
Articles of extraordinary value such as jewelry, money, photographs, antiques and stamp collections can be included in your shipment, if you notify your agent of these items before packing or moving day. But it is strongly recommended to carry irreplaceable and expensive articles with you, or make other arrangements for their transport.
Can I move my house plants?
The moving companies cannot accept responsibility for safely moving your plants, because they may suffer from a lack of water and light as well as probable temperature changes while in the van. You may transport your house plants in the family car or ship them by plane.
Several states prohibit the entry of all plants, while other states will admit plants under certain conditions; still others have no plant regulations. Check the regulations of the state to which you're moving.
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