777 World Removals | The Ultimate Packing Guide: Where to Start?

Most people dread packing because they start in the wrong spot. At 777 World Removals, we’ve handled thousands of moves in Wollongong and the Illawarra, and we know the secret to a stress-free transition: hit the “clutter traps” first.

If you’re looking for professional packing and unpacking services, this guide shows you exactly how the experts do it.

📦 Phase 1: The Storage Audit (Start 3-4 Weeks Out)

Targets: Laundry, Linen Cupboards, Garages, and Under-Stair Storage.

These are the most time consuming areas. Clearing them early creates a staging aree to store your packed boxes.

• The Linen Trick: Don’t buy heaps of bubble wrap yet. Old towels and stained sheets are perfect wrapping linen for fragile items. Bag them up and label them clearly.

• The Cleaning Bucket: Toss your half empty sprays and cloths into a bucket. You’ll need this for the end of ease clean or a final wipe down on moving day.

• Box Choice: Use medium sized moving boxes for linen. They stay sturdy and won’t break your back.

🛠️ Phase 2: Sheds, Garages & Carports

Targets: Tools, Lawnmowers, and Hobby Gear.

Wollongong removalists generally can’t transport hazardous materials, so sort these early.

• Dangerous Goods: Drain fuel from mowers and whipper-snippers. Most local movers won’t take gas bottles or pesticides for safety reasons plan to drop these at a local recycling centre.

• Bundle Up: Tape your rakes, shovels, and brooms together. They don’t need a box; we’ll wrap them in heavy duty moving blankets on the truck.

• The Toolbox Rule: Keep tools in their original chests. If you don’t have one, use small, reinforced boxes. Pro tip: Double-tape the bottom of any box holding heavy metal tools.

🛌 Phase 3: Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Targets: Wardrobes, Ensuites, and Kids’ Rooms.

• The No-Leak Hack: Take the lids off your shampoos and lotions, put a bit of plastic wrap over the top, and screw the lid back on. No more sticky messes in your moving boxes.

• Wardrobes: Pack out of season gear first. For expensive shoes, keep them in their original boxes or wrap them in paper to avoid scuffs.

• Space Bags: These are a lifesaver for bulky doonas and winter jackets, saving heaps of space in the removalist truck.

📺 Phase 4: Living & Media Rooms

Targets: TVs, Soundbars, and Books.

• Snap a Photo: Before you pull the cables out of the TV or PC, take a photo of the back. It makes setting up your tech at the new place 10x faster.

• Ziploc Bags: Put all the screws from dismantled furniture into a bag and tape it directly to the item.

• Book Boxes: Never pack books in large boxes. They become impossible to lift. Use small book and wine boxes for anything heavy.

🍽️ Phase 5: The Kitchen (The Final Week)

Targets: Pantry, Crockery, and Glassware.

• Eat the Fridge: Stop the big grocery shops two weeks out. Use up the freezer stores to save on weight and potential spills.

• Plate Packing: Never stack plates flat. Pack them on their sides (like a dishwasher). They handle vibrations much better this way.

• Ditch the Newspaper: Use clean packing paper. Newspaper ink is a nightmare it rubs off on your plates and means you have to wash everything twice when you arrive.

Why Choose 777 World Removals?

We are the top-rated furniture removalists in Wollongong, offering a white glove service that takes the weight off your shoulders. Whether you’re moving locally or need interstate removalists from the Illawarra, our team handles the packing, heavy lifting, and unpacking with total care.

Need a hand with the packing? Give us a buzz on 1300090977 to see how our full service moving packages can save you days of hard work.