Pack a room, not a category
Label by destination room and number boxes so movers know exactly where each lands.
TIPS & TRICKS
Tips that actually save you time
Clear, practical advice, plus a few ways to make moving a little fun.
Box estimator
How many boxes will you need?
Choose what feels closest. You can fine-tune as you start packing.
Home size
2 bedrooms
How much are you taking?
Plan for about
35–45
boxes
A mix of small, medium, and large works best.
Book movers 4 weeks out
Weekends fill fast. Lock your slot early, then confirm parking and elevator access.
Towels protect breakables
Wrap glasses and dishes in towels and linens, fewer supplies, fewer breaks.
Sell before you box
Anything you wouldn't repack is a candidate for resale, lighter truck, smaller bill.
ORGANIZING
Choose one box staging area
Gather packed boxes in one clear area so rooms stay usable and movers can work efficiently.
Get more boxes than you expect
Running out mid-pack adds stress. A two-bedroom home often needs around 40 boxes, depending on how much you own.
Fun & Rituals
Host a reverse housewarming
Invite friends over for pizza and let them shop your giveaway pile. Less to haul, free treasures for them.
Try a one-album packing sprint
Put on a favorite album or podcast and pack non-breakables until it ends. Then take a snack break, it's the rule.