You can easily keep your items safe by understanding some of the common moving mishaps and the safety measures to alleviate the risks. Here is a list of some of the most commonly broken items and ways to keep them safe.

1.   Artwork

Artwork is among the most commonly broken items when relocating. They can be damaged easily when in transit and while packing, especially anything that contains glass. This is usually due to insufficient cushioning or improper packaging with spaces between the box and the artwork.

How to protect:

You need to put enough crumpled paper at the bottom of the boxes you use before placing in your artwork. Additionally, add more paper to the sides and the top before concealing the box. Be sure to use a sturdy box with enough paper to make it airtight.

Liffey Moving can supply you with a lot of packing equipment so please feel free to get in touch.

2.   Glassware

You need to take care when moving glassware. It is contained in a lot of items, particularly kitchen materials and picture frames.

Drinking glasses are some of the most fragile items. However, you can prevent them from breaking by following our simple safety precautions.

How to protect:

The key to keeping your glasses safe is using the right box. "Dish pack" is a safe box that you can use to keep your drinking glasses from breaking. This special box offers extra protection with its double-thick walls. Wrap your glasses with packaging papers first and lay them horizontally in the box.

Ensure there is more paper to the sides to prevent any movement during transit. Before sealing the box, ensure you lay a couple of packing papers before adding crumpled paper at the top to fill in the empty spaces.

For even more protection don’t forget to label your boxes correctly so the team here at Liffey Moving know to take added care with your fragile items. Labelling helps avoid using glassware to the list of commonly broken items.

3.   Mirrors and frames:

You can easily prevent mirrors from cracking with the appropriate precaution, whether in a washroom, bedroom, or decorative mirror. Large mirrors can be tricky to move, so it's important to let your moving team know the weight and size of your mirrors.

How to protect:

Packing mirrors and picture frames are very easy. You can decide to put them back into their original boxes, which is the safest. However, if you don't have their original boxes, you can use a soft-form cushion to wrap them and taping in "x" format across all edges. Just ensure that you wrap the mirror with many sheets of paper before taping them tightly to give extra protection.

4.   Plates

People often make the mistake of packing plates with little packing paper. Again, they fail to wrap them individually to prevent breakage.

How to protect:

Protecting plates from damages is often easier than glasses. Simply wrapping each plate with lots of packing papers keeps them from rattling in the box. To keep them well-cushioned, it is advisable to use a "dish pack." Put some crumpled paper at the bottom of the box and arrange the plates vertically. Put more pieces of crumpled paper between the plates and more crumpled papers at the top before taping it all-around to offer extra protection.

If there is little to no rattling then there is a good chance these will not be added to the commonly broken items list.

Conclusion

As you can see most of the commonly broken items are what you would expect and what many tend to break on a day-to-day basis. With some patience, the right packing equipment and proper labelling you can ensure that all your items are safe. Liffey Moving will do the rest.

Should you need tips on packing other items or if you have speciality items, please let the team know and we will be happy to help. We hope our article will help you avoid the commonly broken items list.

However, it is a vital aspect of any relocation. Some mistakes - particularly when moving house or office - are unavoidable.

Whether using Liffey Moving or another moving company to relocate, you expose your belongings to some risk. You need to ensure your belongings are safe and secure by having a backup plan in place.

In this article, we will guide you through some of the basics of moving insurance and what you need to know.

Moving insurance and what you need to know

Among the most common problems during a move, incurring losses due to damages tops them all. To avoid such losses, having reliable moving insurance is a great idea. Moving companies offer different moving insurance packages, and in some cases, you may need to outsource additional coverage.

If you are moving cross country and are concerned about your sentimental items, additional insurance coverage comes in handy.

Feel free to ask Liffey Moving about our insurance packages and additional coverage that we can provide or recommend.

Types of moving insurance

The purpose of moving insurance is to ensure that you will be compensated in case of any damages to your items on transit. There are different types of moving insurance covers, but they all serve one primary purpose. The most common types of moving insurance include:

1. The basic carrier package.
2. Declared value protection.
3. Full-coverage insurance

Of all the basics of moving insurance and what you need to know, understanding these three is crucial.

The basic carrier package

The basic carrier package is the lowest coverage you can purchase and is common among most moving companies. Moving companies will often provide this form of insurance for free. However, you can only expect a small return for your goods in case of any damage.

Declared values protection

This is an averagely priced coverage based on the depreciated value of the damaged item. You will need to declare the value of your goods to the insurance company to keep a record of the costs of your belongings. As much as you will require to pay an extra cost for this package, your goods will be well protected.

In this instance perhaps you should enquire about our white glove moving services.

Full coverage insurance

This type of insurance package is the most inclusive and ideal for people with luxurious or sentimental value items. It is the most expensive type of insurance, but it guarantees full compensation if the items are lost or damaged.

Consider all factors, including your moving budget, before settling any of the above moving insurance packages. Any professional moving company should be able to guide you appropriately.

How important is moving insurance?

The answer to this question depends on various factors. One is the moving distance, the value of your belongings, and the number of belongings you plan to move.  Moving is a risky process, and even after hiring the best movers, accidents can still happen, which can be very frustrating.

For this reason, it is advisable to have reliable moving insurance coverage whenever you’re relocating your goods. Moreover, it is more important to hire a trustworthy moving company with a good reputation, check out our reviews to see why we have been in business for so long.

If you feel you may need to outsource your insurance, Liffey Moving have several reliable contacts that we can recommend to you.

It is vital to understand insurance and what you need to know about your move. Talk to the team at Liffey Moving and get all the information you need. Should you have additional questions or wish to learn more about the moving process, check out our blog or contact us today. The decision to have moving insurance is up to you, but as always, prevention is better than cure.