Packing Services

Packing can often be the most time-consuming and stressful part of any move. At Two College Movers, we’re here to make that process easier, offering flexible packing solutions designed around your needs and schedule.

Let our expert packing crew take the burden off your shoulders. From start to finish, we carefully pack all your belongings, whether it’s a single room or an entire office. We use high-quality materials to protect your valuables, so you don’t have to worry about anything.

Want to pack some things yourself but need help with the trickier or more fragile items? No problem. During your free estimate, we’ll discuss which areas or items you’d like us to handle, customizing a packing plan that works for you.

For fragile or valuable items like artwork, antiques, glass tabletops, or large mirrors, we offer custom crating services to ensure maximum protection. We also carefully pack electronics and can coordinate disassembly and reassembly of your home theater, computers, and sound systems.

To make your move as smooth as possible, we also provide packing supplies, debris removal, and storage options, all coordinated with your moving schedule.

To help you prepare, we offer packing checklists and expert tips on how to protect your belongings and streamline the process. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Let Two College Movers handle the packing so you can relax and focus on your new beginning. Contact us today to learn more about our packing options and get a customized quote!

Add supplies to your estimate, or stop by and pick them up.We offer everything from:

● Small, medium, and large boxes
● Dish packs & wardrobe boxes
● Tape, markers, bubble wrap, and packing paper
● Mattress bags and TV boxes

Here’s a helpful timeline to prepare for a smooth packing process:

3–4 Weeks Before Move:

● Declutter: Donate or toss unused items
● Create a packing plan by room
● Schedule packing services with your mover

2 Weeks Before Move:

● Start packing non-essential areas (attic, garage, seasonal items)
● Label each box with its destination room and contents
● Back up electronics and photograph wire setups

1 Week Before Move:

● Pack essential items last: kitchen, toiletries, daily clothes
● Set aside a “First Night Box”
● Confirm your move details and arrival window

Day Before or Day Of:

● Let us handle it all, from shrink-wrapping furniture to boxing your last dish!

Packing dishes can be one of the most time-consuming parts of any move. Without proper protection, fragile kitchenware like plates, bowls, cups, and glassware are at high risk for chips or breakage during transit. Whether you’re preparing for a local move or a long-distance relocation, using the right techniques and materials is essential to keeping your items safe.

🧰 What You’ll Need:

● Dish pack boxes (double-walled for extra protection)
● Packing paper (plain newsprint)
● Bubble wrap
● Packing tape
● Foam plates or cardboard dividers (optional)
● Markers for labeling

Step 1: Prepare the Box

Use a dish pack or heavy-duty moving box. Line the bottom of the box with a generous cushion of crumpled packing paper, about 2–3 inches thick, to absorb shock.

Step 2: Wrap Each Item

Take a stack of packing paper and wrap each dish individually:

● Plates and bowls: Place the dish in the center of a sheet, fold corners over, and continue wrapping with more sheets as needed.
● Cups and mugs: Fill the inside with paper, then wrap entirely.
● Glassware and stemware: Wrap with bubble wrap or double-layered packing paper. Consider packing these upright in divided cells.

Step 3: Stack Vertically

Always stack plates, bowls, and platters vertically (like records), not flat. This reduces surface area pressure and prevents breakage.

Step 4: Fill Gaps

Use crumpled paper to fill all empty spaces in the box to keep items from shifting. Add another layer of paper on top once the box is full.

Step 5: Seal and Label

Secure the box tightly with packing tape. Clearly label as “FRAGILE – DISHES” and note which side should be kept upright.

If you’re unsure about doing it yourself, ask about our professional dish packing services at Two College Movers. We provide specialty kitchen packing and full-service moving packages to ensure your most delicate items arrive safely, no stress, no hassle.