Packing tips For Extraordinary Valuable Items

When you are planning your move, you will need to decide what items you will be packing and which ones you will leave to a company to take care of if you’ve hired one to help you with your move. For many people, there are items you own that are of a great sentimental value and others may be of great monetary worth. Before entering into an agreement with any moving company, you will want to find out what their policies are for insuring your valuables. Some companies have limits as to what they will cover and this may influence your decisions about what you want to do in order to keep your items properly protected. 

Small Valuable Items

If you have extremely valuable small items, such as jewelry or baseball cards, you will want to pack these yourself and keep them on your person as you move. If you are flying, this means keeping them in your carry on bag during the flight. If traveling by car, keep them locked safely in your trunk. This way, you don’t have to worry about these items getting lost in the transport.

Protecting Important Paperwork

If you have a lot of paperwork that would devastate you if damaged and you do not have the means to keep it with you, then consider shipping it via certified mail.  Other delicate high worth items can be shipped separately and insured by you for safe delivery.

Shipping Large Valuable Items

For larger items, such as antiques, you will want to have a professional packing company handle securing these pieces for your move. This will guarantee they are treated in a careful and non-damaging manner with regards to the materials that are used to protect them. If you have large collections of artwork or coins, then give careful consideration to how you label them. Advertising your expensive items is not a good idea, so mark the box as fragile and give it a boring name so that you know what is in there and others do not.

Having Your Valuables Appraised

Before packing any items of significant worth, there are a few other steps you should take. The first is having your items appraised. This helps if there are questions about value should something unexpected occur during travel. Documenting the condition and quality of your pieces through photos and video is also recommended. Many moving companies offer some type of additional coverage for your valuables, but it may not be enough to cover your losses. Calling your current insurance agent to find out about additional coverage is a phone call that is well worth your time.

By following these simple tips, you may avoid some heartbreaking outcomes with your move should any valuable items get lost or damaged during shipping.