Moving can be a stressful experience, but it doesn't have to be. With the right preparation and knowledge, you can make the process of loading and unloading a moving truck much easier and faster. As a general rule, loading a moving truck takes longer than unloading it, so it's important to plan ahead and make sure you have enough time to get the job done. One of the most important steps in packing a moving truck is to ensure that the weight is evenly distributed throughout the back of the truck.
This will make loading and unloading easier without an avalanche of boxes falling, and will also make it easier to control the vehicle when driving on the road. To double check that all weight is evenly distributed, make sure that the heaviest elements are located towards the cab and against the walls. Medium-heavy items should be on top of heavier items, and lighter items should be at the top and toward the front of the truck. If you have opted for an automatic move and have rented a moving vehicle to transport your items to your new home, but you don't want to do the heavy lifting yourself, you can hire carriers to load (or load and unload) the truck.
This is often more cost-effective than buying a few pizzas and cases of beer for your friends who are helping you move. When unloading large appliances and furniture, or anything else, be sure that neither your feet nor the wheels of your hand truck pass that ramp. When loading lighter items onto the moving truck, be sure to place them on top of furniture and appliances, not under where they can be crushed. When calculating how long your move will take, be sure to add between 15% and 20% of the reference time for each special item you have to move, another 15%-20% for each flight of stairs your carriers encounter at work, and another 15%-20% for every 50 feet of distance from your front door to the moving truck.
To ensure safe loading of the van, as well as other packing tips for pallets and boxes, carriers will first load the heaviest items inside it. Now that you've arrived at your new home, let the professional haulers unload the truck so you can focus on acclimatizing to your new environment. With these tips in mind, you can make sure that loading and unloading a moving truck is as fast and safe as possible. Spend less time moving your furniture and more time getting to your new home.
