Full Packing Service
Our team packs the agreed contents of the property, labels cartons and prepares suitable furniture before collection. This is useful when time is limited or the household is large.
Home, Business and International Packing
Export Packing and Professional Packing Services
Good packing protects more than the item inside a box. It keeps a move organised, helps crews handle goods safely and gives furniture, artwork, electronics and fragile belongings the right protection for the journey.
You can arrange packing by a professional crew services for house moves, business relocations, storage and international shipping with Move Home Easy. We can pack an entire property, selected rooms, fragile items only or individual pieces that require specialist preparation.
Our export packing service can include reinforced cartons, furniture wrapping, moisture-resistant protection and made-to-measure cases or crates where the move requires it for overseas moves. The packing plan is matched to the goods, transport method and destination.
Customers who prefer to pack their own belongings can also request suitable packing materials. We can advise on carton types and the protection needed for books, clothing, kitchenware, pictures, televisions and other household goods.
- Full packing service
- Fragile-item packing
- Export wrapping
- Custom cases and crates
- Packing materials
- Storage preparation
Protection Planned for the Journey
Professional Packing for Moving, Shipping and Storage
When assessing the right packing method, take what is being protected and what will happen to it after collection into account. Goods travelling directly across London need a different plan from belongings being containerised, handled through an international shipping network or stored for several months.
We start by reviewing the volume, fragile items, furniture, destination and transport method. An in-person or video survey may be recommended for larger moves or when the inventory includes artwork, antiques, glass, stone, instruments or high-value electronics.
The agreed scope is confirmed before packing starts. It should identify whether Move Home Easy is packing the whole property, selected contents or specialist pieces, and which materials or custom protection are included.
Packing Options
A Service to Match How Much Help You Need
You can choose a complete packing service or ask us to concentrate on the belongings that need professional handling.
Fragile-Only Packing
We pack breakables and delicate belongings while you handle clothing, books and other straightforward items. Typical contents include glassware, china, pictures and ornaments.
Export Packing
International goods can require stronger cartons, export wrapping, extra cushioning and protection suited to road, sea or air transport and repeated handling.
Custom Cases and Crates
Selected artwork, stone, glass, machinery, instruments or unusually shaped items can be assessed for a made-to-measure wooden case or crate.
Unpacking Service
Cartons can be unpacked onto suitable clear surfaces and the used packing materials removed as part of the scheduled delivery service where agreed.
Packing Materials
We can provide suitable cartons, tape, paper, bubble protection and specialist boxes according to availability for customers packing themselves.
International Preparation
Export Packing for Overseas Removals
Goods moving internationally may be handled several times between collection and destination delivery. They can travel by road, inside a shipping container or airfreight consignment, and may be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity.
How Export Packing Differs
Export packing gives suitable items additional protection for a longer journey. Furniture can be wrapped, cartons reinforced and delicate pieces isolated from movement and pressure.
Your method will be determined by the item and shipping route. Not every belonging needs a wooden case, but particularly fragile, heavy or high-value pieces may require one.
Common Export Protection
- Double-walled cartons
- Furniture and mattress wrapping
- Picture and mirror cartons
- Protective corner and edge support
- Moisture-resistant layers where suitable
- Item-specific cases or crates
Inventory and customs awareness
International shipments normally require an inventory or packing list. Descriptions should be clear and accurate, particularly for restricted, regulated or high-value goods. Customers remain responsible for declaring the contents and must not place prohibited items into packed cartons.
Customs rules differ by destination and can change. Food, alcohol, medicines, plants, untreated wood, animal products, batteries and certain electronics can be restricted or require supporting documents. We can explain each stage of the move, but the destination authority makes the final customs decision.
From Survey to Collection
How Our Professional Packing Process Works
1. Initial Enquiry
Tell us the property size, collection location, destination, dates and whether packing is required for moving, storage or export.
2. Survey
A home or video survey helps estimate the cartons, materials, crew time and specialist protection required for larger or more complex jobs.
3. Written Scope
The quotation identifies what will be packed, the materials included and any items requiring a case, crate or separate specialist service.
4. Preparation
Remove valuables, documents, medication and anything that must travel with you before the team arrives. Separate goods that must not be packed.
5. Packing and Labelling
The team packs the agreed contents and labels cartons by room, contents or reference number to support loading and destination delivery.
6. Collection
Packed goods are checked against the agreed scope and prepared for loading, storage or onward international transport.
Items Requiring Extra Care
Specialist Packing for Fragile and Valuable Belongings
Some belongings need more than a standard carton. Their weight, finish, shape, sensitivity or value can influence how they should be wrapped, supported and positioned during transport.
Artwork and Mirrors
Pictures, framed works and mirrors can require corner protection, surface-safe wrapping, picture cartons or custom cases.
Antiques and Fine Furniture
Age, construction, veneers, loose parts and delicate finishes should be assessed before wrapping or dismantling is planned.
China and Glassware
Fragile pieces are individually wrapped, cushioned and packed to limit movement. Very delicate collections may require divided cartons or layered packing.
Televisions and Electronics
Original packaging is useful when available. Otherwise, screen protection, suitable cartons and internal cushioning can be considered.
Books, Records and Archives
Smaller cartons help control weight. Business records can be labelled and sequenced so they are delivered in an organised order.
Large or Unusual Items
Instruments, sculptures, stone, glass tops, machinery and other unusual goods should be disclosed with photographs and dimensions.
Materials and Cartons
Packing Materials for Customers Packing Themselves
Using suitable materials can make cartons easier to stack, carry and identify. Avoid overloading boxes or using damaged cartons that can lose strength during handling.
| Material | Typical use | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Small cartons | Books, records, tins and heavier small items | Keep the final lifting weight manageable |
| Medium and large cartons | Kitchenware, toys, bedding and general household goods | Fill empty space so contents cannot shift |
| Wardrobe cartons | Clothing moved on hangers | Do not overload the base with loose items |
| Picture cartons | Framed pictures, mirrors and flat artwork | Very valuable or delicate pieces may need custom protection |
| Paper and cushioning | Wrapping, separation and filling spaces | Use clean material suitable for the item surface |
| Tape and labels | Closing cartons and identifying rooms or contents | Label the top and at least one side of each carton |
Before Packing Day
How to Prepare for the Packing Team
Decide what is moving, what is staying and what should be disposed of before packing begins. Packing unwanted contents creates extra volume, handling and transport cost.
- Keep passports, keys, medication, jewellery and essential documents with you.
- Back up computers and remove personal data where appropriate.
- Use or safely dispose of liquids, aerosols and other items that cannot travel.
- Separate luggage and the belongings needed immediately after the move.
- Identify high-value, fragile and sentimental items before work begins.
- Make cupboards, lofts, garages and storage areas accessible.
- Defrost and dry appliances when required by the moving plan.
What affects packing cost?
The quotation is based on the volume and type of goods, number of packers, materials, property access and any custom cases or specialist handling.
A small fragile-only service can take a few hours. Packing a large home or export shipment can require several team members over one or more days.
Help us assess the move by providing an accurate inventory and disclose specialist items early so the quotation includes the appropriate time and materials.
Common Questions
Professional and Export Packing FAQs
What timing should I allow for professional packing?
When assessing the duration, take the property size, volume, fragile contents, access and number of packers into account. The expected schedule is confirmed after the requirement is assessed.
Which belongings should stay with me?
Keep passports, money, jewellery, keys, medicines, essential documents, chargers and anything needed during the journey or immediately after arrival.
What should I know about export packing?
Export packing prepares goods for an international journey using protection suited to the item, transport method, repeated handling and destination conditions.
Can your team provide boxes and packing materials?
You can supply suitable cartons and materials as part of a professional packing service or separately, subject to the agreed quotation and availability.
Can the moving team pack goods for storage?
Packing can be planned for containerised or warehouse storage, including suitable wrapping, carton labelling and an inventory where required.
Can the moving team pack artwork, antiques and televisions?
You can assess these items for suitable wrapping, cartons or custom protection. Help us assess the move by providing photographs, dimensions and values before the quotation is finalised.
Can your team offer an unpacking service?
It may be possible to include an unpacking service where agreed. The scope, timing, surface availability and removal of used materials should be confirmed in the quotation.
Can the moving team pack my entire house?
Yes. A full packing service can cover the agreed contents of the property, subject to survey, access, prohibited-item rules and the written quotation.
Is it possible to pack some items myself?
Yes. You can pack straightforward belongings and ask us to handle fragile items, selected rooms or specialist pieces. The division of work should be agreed clearly.
When is wooden crating useful for an international removal?
No. Many household goods can travel safely in suitable cartons and export wrapping. Crates are normally considered for selected fragile, heavy, high-value or unusually shaped items.
How are cartons identified during packing?
Cartons packed by the team are normally labelled according to the agreed system, such as room, general contents or inventory reference.
Which items are outside the packing service?
Prohibited and restricted goods can include flammables, explosives, certain chemicals, perishable foods, plants, medicines and batteries. The exact rules depend on the service and destination.
Plan Your Packing Service
Tell Move Home Easy what needs packing, where the goods are going and whether you need full packing, fragile-only packing, export protection or materials. Our team will assess the requirement and prepare a written quotation.
A note from Move Home Easy
A little preparation makes moving easier
Create a moving folder before your survey: include a room-by-room list, access photos and your preferred dates. Then compare written quotes line by line, checking the allowances for packing, transport, storage and delivery. This makes gaps in the service easier to spot before you book.