What Not to Pack When Moving: Six Household Items

Knowing what items to pack and move is sort of an art and part science. Choosing things to pack or leave behind takes some finesse but leaving hazardous materials out of your moving vehicles is just good science. Add in state laws about what can and can’t be transported across state lines, and you’re going to need a little help knowing what to pack. 

Shleppers local moving company in NYC shares SIX things that you should never ever pack in on a moving truck.

Poisonous, Flammable, Hazardous, Corrosive, or Explosive Items

You might not think of bathroom cleaners or nail polish as dangerous items to move. They are, after all, common household goods. However, they’re hazardous when pressurized, in high-temperature environments, or stored near firearms or car batteries.  Before tossing your everyday items into your moving boxes, evaluate if they’re safe to pack. Things such as ammonia, alcohol, and paint varnish are flammable and combustible. 

Perishables

Hey, we’re all for saving money and reusing what you can, but transporting perishables is tricky. 

For quick NYC moves across town, a cooler with cold packing and insulation gets frozen foods, meats, eggs, dairy products, fruits, and vegetables safely to your new house. With long-distance moves, it’s a different story. Don’t try to pack anything fresh in your moving truck – You’d be surprised how fast pests like bugs and mice can find your favorite cereal and pasta.

Pets—No, just no!

It should go without saying, but for their safety, pets of any kind cannot ride in a moving truck – Seriously, don’t pack your furry family members in a moving truck.

Irreplaceable Items

If you have an heirloom wedding dress and plan on wearing it on your big day, leave it off the moving truck. Even with the best care, accidents can happen, leaving you without your most precious items or the ones that are hardest to replace.

Broken or Unneeded Items

This one isn’t necessarily a moving requirement, but packing is a lot of work! Why spend valuable time wrapping up and loading stuff that won’t or can’t be used in your new home?

Daily Essentials

After moving all day, the last thing you want to do is spend your evening frantically digging through boxes, trying to find a can opener or your toddler’s favorite blanket. Keep all those daily essentials with you, so they’re readily available when you need them.

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