When preparing to move home, special consideration must be given while packing electronics for a move. Electronics are high-value items that can be very fragile and delicate. Electronics can be expensive to replace, so it is in your best interest to protect them adequately before shipping them. Extreme care should be taken to pack and move stereo equipment, personal computers, LCD, Plasma, and flat-screen TVs, printers, surround sound systems, DVD and VCR players, and other electronics.
While it may be your best bet to hire specialized professional movers to handle your electronics, pack them appropriately, and move them cautiously to your new home, you may opt to do it yourself. Here are some top tips and suggestions on safely packing a variety of electronics to ensure their safe arrival and reloading so that they function properly in your new home.
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Call The Professionals
Before you take a screwdriver and wrench and attempt to pry your wall-mounted fittings and electronics off your walls, be sure to call a reputable moving company and ask for their advice and suggestions.
If you aren’t sure about the dismantling and reinstalling process, you should call experts like the professionals at Royal Moving Co and not take the risk of damaging your valuables. Professional movers will give you the added service (sometimes at an additional fee) to pack sensitive electronic items with specialized materials to minimize damage risk.
Locate The Owner’s Manuals For Your Devices
It is a smart idea to dig through your stuff and locate and consult the instruction manuals for all electronics you are taking to your new home. The owner’s manuals for most electronics always contain tips and precautions that need to be taken while packing, installing, and uninstalling your equipment. Once you have reviewed the information, make sure you file them together and put them in a place where you can easily access it once you reach the new place.
Label Or Colour Code Cords And Accessories
When you unplug, your electronics use twist ties to bundle all the related cords together and use colored washi tape to color code bunches. Place all the accessories in clear plastic bags and label them clearly. You could also insert the respective manuals in the same bags.
Use Appropriate Materials To Pack Your Electronics
Bubble Wrap: Bubble wrap is an electric appliance’s best friend. Use a generous amount of bubble wrap (also known as bubble sheeting) to protect the surfaces, components, and glass screens. Bubble wrap provides a layer of protection that minimizes scratches and breaks. It also acts as a shock absorber and minimizes the impact of shock.
Anti-Static Loose fill: Don’t use foam peanuts to pack electronics. Regular foam peanuts are made of Styrofoam and can cause static electricity that damages electronic items. Ensure that you buy anti-static loose-fill for packing electronics to fill up any extra gaps in the packing box as added protection.
Sturdy Boxes: It is highly preferable to pack electronics in their original packaging. If you have long since discarded them, then always choose strong new boxes to pack them. Old and worn packing boxes may not provide the protection that is required to encase sensitive electric items. New boxes ensure the maximum integrity of the carton material.
Proper Packing Tape: You should use cloth-backed tape to attach bubble wrap to your electronics. Regular packing tape can be used to seal packing boxes, but when it comes to any adhesive element that comes in contact with your electronics, it is best to use some cloth-backed tape. This minimizes the risk of any damage caused by abrasions or marking glass surfaces. Masking tape may be used as a substitute if the cloth-backed tape is not available. Make sure you use a good quality brand that won’t leave a residue once removed.
While these tips are all useful, please remember that these suggestions are just general guidelines and should not be used as a replacement for expert advice. It is always advisable to employ expert moving services in order to ensure that precious household electronics are transported securely.
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