How to pack electrical items ready for moving house
Our Do’s & Don’ts list aims to help you keep your electrical safe when moving home!
Flatscreen TV’s
Do:
- Pack flatscreens in their original boxes when possible. If not, find a sturdy box that's
around the same size! - Wrap flatscreens in softer fabrics before wrapping tape around them to prevent
screens from getting scratched - Place flatscreens between softer objects (mattresses, bags of clothing or bedding)
Don’t:
- Lay flatscreens flat
- Stack items on top of them
Computers
Do:
- Backup data on an external hard drive
- Organise cables separately, marking all of them!
- Wrap monitors with bubble wrap and tape
Don’t:
- Leave any circuits out/exposed
- Leave any plastic bits unprotected!
Small Electrical Items
Do:
- Remove all adapters, attachments, cords, and batteries and wrap them separately
- Pack in small to medium size double-sided cardboard boxes
- Wrap electrical items in bubble wrap and paper
Don’t:
- Pack any liquids in the same box
- Pack sharp objects in the same box
- Stereo Equipment
Do:
- Pack equipment in its original box when possible. If not, find a similar size box
- Organise and label wires and cables
- Cover connection ports and speakers with plastic or bubble wrap
- Protect stereo unit and speakers using bubble wrap
Don’t:
- Stack items or objects on boxes containing stereo equipment
- Place any bottles or containers with liquid in them in the same boxes
Kitchen Electrical Items
Do:
- Pack items in original boxes when possible. If not, use similar size boxes
- Wrap cords and accessories separately, labelling all of them
- Use bubble wrap or towels to protect more fragile items
Fridges/freezers
Do:
- Defrost and clean fridges and freezers before the move
- Remove all drawers and shelves
- Wrap fridge and freezers in blankets and secure using packing tape
- Always use an appliance dolly with straps to move the items
Don’t:
- Turn your fridge or freezer on straight away once you're in the new place – wait for at
least 3 to 4 hours before you do
Washing Machines/dryers
Do:
- Run a rinse cycle and let things dry before moving
- Shut off hot and cold water valves before removing the hoses
- Always use an appliance dolly
Don’t:
- Use any plastic wrap to cover fridges/freezes because it prevents airflow and blocks
vents! - Try to move fridges/freezers without an appliance dolly