Our experts share helpful tips to ensure your move goes smoothly. Click each header to learn more.
Make sure you have:
Packing paper (plain newsprint works best) & bubble wrap
2″ packing tape (PVC tape recommended)
Permanent markers
Utility knife and scissors
Professional-grade moving boxes (available from Hoover)
Using high-quality boxes made for moving is one of the best ways to protect your belongings. We offer:
1.5 cu. ft. cartons – For books, tools, canned goods
3.0 cu. ft. cartons – For toys, small appliances, pots and pans
4.5 cu. ft. cartons – For linens, bedding, clothing
6.0 cu. ft. cartons – For pillows, large lampshades, lightweight items
Wardrobe cartons – Keep clothes hanging and wrinkle-free
Mirror cartons – Adjustable boxes for mirrors and framed art
Mattress cartons – Available for all mattress sizes
Dishpacks / China barrels – Heavy-duty protection for dishes, glassware
Double-wall cartons – Extra protection for fragile, high-value items
Stretchwrap – Protects furniture from dirt, snags, and scratches
Pack and label all items before moving day
Leave out only essentials for your last night and first morning
Start with storage spaces: attic, basement, and garage
Pack one room at a time to stay organized
Keep heavy boxes under 50 lbs
Label clearly: contents + destination room
Use plenty of packing paper, and do not leave gaps
For your safety and peace of mind, let Hoover handle:
Marble or glass tabletops
Large mirrors or framed artwork
Pool tables, chandeliers, and large statues
Major appliances
Bulky, fragile, or high-value items
Empty drawers of fragile, sharp, or spillable items
Keep small parts (screws, bolts, brackets) in labeled bags, taped to the item
Wrap items individually and cushion with crumpled paper
Pack similar items together—never mix fragile with heavy
Use a notebook or phone app to track box contents
Mark boxes you want to unpack first with a star or number
Use bold markers
Write contents + destination room on each box
Label FRAGILE and THIS END UP when appropriate
Number boxes and keep a master list for reference
Post signs in each room at your new location to guide movers
What Not to Pack
Transport these with you personally:
Cash, jewelry, prescription medications
Important documents (deeds, wills, IDs)
Irreplaceable keepsakes or collections
Items that cannot be moved in our trucks include:
Nail polish remover, paints, lighter fluid
Propane tanks, gasoline, automotive chemicals
Fireworks, ammunition, oxygen tanks
Perishable food or food in glass jars
Hazardous or flammable materials
Radioactive or corrosive substances
Still Have Questions?
Our team is here to help—whether you’re packing everything yourself or just need help with the hard stuff. Reach out anytime or ask about our professional packing services.