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We know you have many options when choosing the right moving company for you. At Mayflower, we strive to make your moving experience easy by offering the best of moving tips in the form of straight-forward checklists, how-to articles and quick, fun videos. This is your place for tips on moving - looking for a week-by-week planning guide? Check out our moving planner. Looking for advice on how to pack dishes? Our packing tips can help. 

Mayflower has all the helpful cross-country moving and packing hacks needed to help make your move successful, organized and on-track.

Moving Tips Library - Checklists, How-to Articles and Videos

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Unpacking Checklist
After surviving the tedium of prepping, packing, moving out and traveling – move-in day will feel like a breeze. Approach the day with a plan in-hand and you won’t have a problem settling in to your new home.
First Night Checklist
Surviving the first night in your new home can be difficult without the right supplies. We recommend you pack a “first night” box with items you’ll need for basic unpacking, cleaning, eating and hygiene.
Pre-Packing Checklist
Stock up on packing supplies. Moving boxes, bubble wrap, packing foam, packing tape, plastic totes – anything and everything you can gather ahead of time will help when it’s time to begin packing.
Pack Separately Checklist
It is better to be safe than sorry when packing your personal valuables. Items that require additional security or special access are better kept in your personal vehicle during a move.
Packing 101
Start with out-of-season items. Next, pack things used infrequently. Leave until last the things you'll need until moving day.
Preparing for Move In Day
What do you unload first? How should you organize your belongings? Mayflower is here to help with these tips.
Moving Supplies Checklist
Small boxes are ideal for heavy or fragile items that must be packed on their own to ensure ease of handling.
Preparing for Move Out Day
Learn the details of move out day with these helpful tips.
Packing Your Bedroom
From small appliances to wardrobe pieces, check out our bedroom packing tips.
Packing Your Family Room
Lamp shades, pictures and electronics all require special attention when packing. These packing tips will walk you through the best practices.