Top 17 Genius Moving Hacks That Will ACTUALLY Make Packing Easier

This video is all about the best moving hacks.

I tested the most recommended moving hacks and am telling you the ones that are actually worth using during your next move.

Let's be real, we all can agree that moving is not fun. However, these moving hacks make your life way easier.

Before I moved, I researched all of the most recommended moving hacks. I decided to test them all out as I moved into my apartment last weekend.

I'm going to be honest, most of them were really stupid. Like really, really stupid.

Today, I am going to show you the moving hacks that actually were helpful and made the move way easier.

This video is all about the best moving hacks.

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[greenblack]

I think a good piece of advice is to make sure that you’re packing heavy things like books, tools, etc. in small boxes (as small as they can fit) and light things like blankets, pillows, etc. in large boxes. its tempting to throw all of your books in a big box so they’re all together but you probably wont be able to lift it on your own

[emn]

I use the garbage bags the other way and scoop the clothes in and tie it tight. That way I can reuse the bag

[_MARSyt]

Moving hack from someone who has worked with pro movers. If you are loading a moving truck, line the back wall with the boxes stacked high. Once all boxes are in you can put mattresses/box springs in front to hold them back there and strap that all down against back wall. Then you start lego-ing furniture. You don't want room for things to wiggle or shift during the drive. You don't want a bunch of loose stuff up top. Only things that will stay relatively still. For your mirrors, art, glass, breakable things wait till the end and on the wall near the front you'll want to have a dresser or some solid place to set them. Put down towels/blankets for them to sit on as well. Then between each piece of glass/art ect put another towel or blanket. Padding between each one. Finally strap the whole padded mass against the wall. Another thing to load last is chairs. They can be set on top of stuff at the end. Also be sure to utilitize spaces in your car. The easier it is to start pulling out the furniture then the beds and then the boxes will make the unloading much faster

[amandabreana]

For anyone reading the comments, Home Depot sells boxes for less than $1. I love the small size the most because they are easy to carry two of them, they have handles, and I find that things break less if you don’t put as much into large boxes.

[beepboop]

For anyone on a budget, a few months prior to your move, hoard your boxes from packages!! I saved all my large Chewy, Amazon and Thrive market boxes. Sure, it’s kinda messy but I didn’t pay for a single moving box! :)

[_MARSyt]

Tip: Go by liquor stores and ask if they have any free boxes. They often do.

[parismacabeo-spahn]

Instead of the index cards, use the blue painters tape on the box to label. They are super easy to remove and don't damage the box.

[destineeallen]

I got so invested in the comments I didn’t realize she was still talking about putting that trash bag over the clothes 😭😂😂

[trishrobbins]

My rule is heavy stuff in small boxes, and light stuff in big boxes. And don’t forget the all important box for tools and furniture bits, And you keep that box in your possession!

[lyssmarie]

We use plastic totes to move! They’re $4-$10 each and you can reuse them for future moves and or storage as well.

[erinverni]

Use ikea bags for linens, bedding, small rugs, sweaters, hair stuff... etc. I taped labels to them and it made it super simple. They also take up less room in a truck. Also reusable!

[kristiwallace]

The way I label my boxes: get FedEx pouches (they're free!), cut copy paper (8.5 x 11) in half, write your description and slide inside the pouch. The pouch can stay on the box, the paper can be recycled, and new paper with description reinserted for future use. You can also use colored copy paper for box/room assignment.

[sandyd]

Tip: Zip ties are more reliable that a rubber band.

[tamaramejias]

Great tips! I learnt a lot from this video and I have a little tip on my own.
Instead of cardboard boxes, I have inexpensive, reusable, stackable plastic boxes. They are easier to carry because of their built-in handles and there are even some with wheels for the heavier objects.
Once the moving part is over, they can be used as dust- and water resistant storage containers and the clear ones allow to see what's inside without needing to go through all of them.

[Beingthechange-l]

I love how the comment section is filled with positive suggestions from peoples life experiences! This is humanity embracing with love as we are meant to be!

[zaryn]

im moving in a month and already packed 💀 im such a planner

thanks for 200

[onedirectionsimp]

Next time you move go to Home Depot (if you have one near you) and the have small medium and large boxes and I only know the large are 97 cents a piece (US)

[aubrienorthcut]

I’ve actually used the trash bag jack before when moving clothes and it was perfect! It might add a little extra time but I actually used the other end of the trash bag so that I could still use the bags later on! The process was basically the same, but instead I started on the bed to shove the clothes in and then hung them up to tie the bag elastic around the hangers

[lusciouslipslibra]

For all clothing, bedding, and linen that is not on a hanger, use vacuum space bags!!! Less boxes for overall shorter moving process

[tyb]

Literally moving in 1 week and I’m stressing about packing