When you are moving your household items yourself it is easy to forget about the items in your garage. It is not uncommon to get to the garage and not know how to package large bulky items. That is why we at ALS Van Lines want to give you some easy and manageable tips for moving large or hazardous garage items. With over 25 years of service, we have learned great tricks to make every residential move easy to complete.

Unwanted Items

The ideal first thing to do with your garage is to clean it out. Make a pile of all of your unwanted collected items. We all know it is easy to store items and then never use them. Try looking up local charities that may need certain items, or place items out on the curb the day before garbage pickup. You never know if someone in your neighborhood is looking for an item you need to get rid of. 

Flammable Liquid and Paint Tips

These items you want to get rid of before you move. Most professional movers will not move these items and it is not recommended that you move these items either. Check out your local government rules and regulations regarding disposing hazardous liquids.

Lawncare & Landscaping Items

If lawn care will be a thing of the past for you at your new home feel free to sell these awkward to pack and move items! Your old home's new residents may also appreciate the lawn care items as a welcoming gift. However, if you are looking to take these items with you, empty out any fuel storage containers before packing and moving, the rest of your lawn care items are made for rough treatment and do not need special care for moving.

Tools

If you have a tool chest in your garage, this is the time to maximize its use. Place all your tools in the tool chest for easy transport, if your tool chest locks make sure everything is locked up before moving and make sure your wheels are locked before you pull the moving truck away. For any metal working or wood working equipment you may want to consider using a professional moving team like ALS Van Lines. Professional crating will help protect these expensive items during a move, call us today to see if the equipment you have needs special care. 

Grills

The first step to securing your grill is to make sure all of the grates and inside pieces are in their proper place. You do not want to damage the interior of your grill during transport. The outside of your grill will be protected by moving pads and straps, with professional movers. Any long-distance movers who move themselves may want to purchase these items. Properly disposed of your charcoal or propane tanks. YOU DO NOT WANT TO RISK AN EXPLODING PROPANE TANK WHILE MOVING. You can sell back propane tanks at most places you buy them from. 

Motorcycles

Do not tip over your heavy motorcycle during moving transport. Specialized crating is often used with proper tie-down straps when transporting a motorcycle. You can buy these crates on the internet or ALS Van Lines can help you properly prep your motorcycle for your next move.

Automobile 

When you are not driving all of your vehicles to your next home, or you have a hobby or vintage vehicle, professional trailers are highly recommended by most moving companies. ALS Van Lines offers accommodations for most sizes of vehicles, and suggests you get additional reimbursement coverage for your vehicle while moving. You do not want to add an additional expense at the end of your move from a damaged vehicle. If you need any help with any of your moving needs call ALS Van Lines and we will happily assist you and give you a free moving estimate.