PODS Northeast Wisconsin Offers Expert Tips for Safeguarding Fragile Items During Moving and Storage

APPLETON, Wis. - Aug. 23, 2024 - PRLog -- Every day, countless Americans are organizing items to put into storage and planning to move into a new home. According to a 2024 Self Storage Association (SSA) Demand Study, an estimated 14.6 million households in the U.S. currently rent a storage unit and, according to Forbes, over 28 million Americans moved in 2022. As you sort through your possessions to put in storage or in preparation for your upcoming move, you realize you're not quite sure how to pack fragile items. How much cushioning is needed? And what type do you use? Packing fragile items is one of the most challenging parts to figure out. Regardless of the distance, if your delicate items aren't packed correctly, it could lead to disaster. The experts at PODS Northeast Wisconsin have tips for how to keep your fragile items intact.

Declutter first – Before packing anything, decide what you want to keep and what you want to donate or get rid of. You'll only keep what you need while freeing up space and not wasting packing supplies on delicate items that you no longer want.

Use the right supplies – This will ensure you're protecting your items from damage while moving. An important consideration is the weight of the items. While it may be tempting to pack your fragile items in one large box, experts advise against it. Larger and heavier boxes are more likely to cause damage to their contents. Instead, try small or medium-sized boxes, preferably double-walled for an extra layer of cardboard to protect the contents inside.

Wrap and label accordingly – Wrapping delicate items in bubble wrap, tissue paper, or packing paper will help prevent damage during the move. Make it clear which boxes contain fragile items by writing "fragile" in big letters that's easy to identify or consider purchasing labels that say "fragile."

Avoid the hassles – PODS offers a variety of different container sizes so you can find your perfect fit! PODS drivers bring a sturdy, steel-framed portable container to you, you load it on your own time, and when you're ready, PODS will pick the container back up.

"At PODS, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with the best moving or storage experience," said Andrew Mielke, Franchise Owner serving PODS® Northeast Wisconsin. "We want them to know that they're in good hands and we will take care of their belongings as if they were our own."

The PODS Northeast Wisconsin team is here to help you with your moving and storage needs. Find your perfect solution with PODS (https://www.pods.com/).