Packed by Owner Box Policy (PBO): If you choose to do your own packing, please be advised Low Budget Moving and Storage Movers is not responsible for the contents of a PBO carton unless, negligence or mishandling is shown. If you have not already done so, please contact our office for a packing estimate. If you wish to do your own packing, please follow these guidelines:
• All items that can fit into a standard carton (1.5 to 6 cubic ft.) must be packed. This includes but is not limited to: Lamp shades and table lamp bases, electronics, décor, misc. items, etc. The exception to this policy are extra heavy items such as weights and floor speakers. Please refer to the Moving Tips section of our website or contact our office if you have any questions about packing or specific items.
• All boxes shall be NEW or in "like-new" condition. Never use crumpled or deteriorating boxes for packing.
• All boxes must be sealed with a lid and taped securely with professional packing tape. Identify the contents of each box along with the designated rooms where they should be delivered. It is advised to label both the top and one side of each carton for easy identification when stacked.Where applicable, clearly label boxes "fragile", with arrows on the box indicating the correct upright position. Do not leave any boxes with open tops.
• All boxes should be less than 50 lbs. Never pack goods too tightly, but pack to the top of the box. Small boxes should be used for small, heavy articles like books, records, and canned goods; large boxes for light items like bedding and linens. Dishes, glasses, and fragile items shouldbepacked in small cartons or specialty dish packs.