Packing Tips from Our San Marcos Movers
Updated: Oct 28
Good packing is the difference between a quick, easy moving day and a long one with broken dishes. Here's how our San Marcos crew recommends packing, whether you do it all yourself or have us help.
When to start
Two to three weeks out: pack things you won't need before the move, like books, decorations, out-of-season clothes and spare linens.
The last week: most of the kitchen, the rest of the closets and the garage.
The last night: an essentials box and anything you use every day.
Supplies you'll need
Small boxes for books and heavy things, medium boxes for most rooms, and large boxes only for light items like pillows and lampshades.
Packing paper, bubble wrap, tape and a marker.
Plastic crates are an easy option: no taping, stack well, and nothing to throw away afterward. See crate rentals.
How to pack, room by room
Kitchen: wrap every plate and glass on its own, and stand plates on their edge, not flat. Fill gaps with paper so nothing moves.
Bedrooms: keep clothes on hangers in wardrobe boxes or tied in bundles. Leave light clothes in dresser drawers if the dresser isn't too heavy.
Electronics: take a photo of the cables before unplugging, and use the original box if you still have it.
Bathroom: tape bottle caps shut and pack liquids in a plastic bag inside the box.
Label every box on the side, not just the top, with the room and a short list of what's inside.
What to keep with you
Medicine, chargers, important papers, keys, jewelry, and a first-night box with toilet paper, a change of clothes, basic tools and snacks.
What to do with stuff you don't need
Moving is a great time to sort. Donate or sell what you can, and we can haul away the rest. Need somewhere to keep things between homes? Our partner Ranch Road Storage has units in San Marcos; see storage.
Want help packing?
We offer full packing, or partial packing for just the kitchen or the fragile things, plus boxes and moving supplies. See packing services. Military, first responders, nurses, teachers, seniors and students get a discount: call to ask, valid ID required.
Call or text (512) 227-4743 for a free quote.
