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Associated Press
3 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Wayfinder Moving Services Offers Customizable Moving Solutions in Buffalo, NY
06/09/2025, Buffalo, NY // KISS PR Brand Story PressWire // As moving trends shift in Buffalo, Wayfinder Moving Services is stepping up to meet new demands from both homeowners and businesses. The company has seen a rise in requests for faster and more flexible moving solutions in the city. Known for its reliable service and attention to detail, Wayfinder Moving Services offers customizable moving solutions. Clients can opt for comprehensive, full-service moving and let it handle everything or choose individual services that best suit their needs. Its services include local and long-distance moving, apartment and office moving, senior moving, packing, and storage. The team of professional Buffalo movers also offers flexible scheduling, including weekend appointments, to minimize downtime and disruption and accommodate for busy households and businesses. 'Buffalo is changing, and so are the people moving in and out of it,' said a spokesperson for Wayfinder Moving Services. 'They're not just looking for muscle—they want a plan, a system, and professionals who deliver from start to finish.' As the leading moving company in Buffalo, NY, Wayfinder Moving Services combines industry best practices with personalized care to ensure a smooth and stress-free move. Its local moving services include in-home estimates, detailed coordination, and full or partial packing, ideal for fragile items or last-minute moves. For added convenience, the team also handles furniture disassembly and reassembly and efficient loading and unloading. For commercial clients, its office moving solutions aim to reduce downtime and protect valuable assets during internal moves, downsizing, or full-scale business relocations. The team of local movers ensures a smooth transition through careful planning and professional execution. Recognized as one of Buffalo's most reputable residential and commercial movers, Wayfinder Moving Services has transformed relocation into a stress-free experience. With a prestigious A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a strong commitment to integrity and customer satisfaction, the company exemplifies professional excellence. Wayfinder is also a verified member of which connects it to a nationwide network of certified commercial movers. The affiliation ensures every office move meets the highest standards for security, efficiency, and accountability while simplifying coordination for multi-location relocations. As moving expectations evolve, Wayfinder Moving Services remains the trusted choice of local movers in Buffalo. By adapting its services to the growing demand for speed, customization, and personalized service, the company is helping shape a smarter, more efficient moving experience for both homes and businesses across Buffalo and beyond. To learn more about Wayfinder Moving Services, visit About Wayfinder Moving Services Wayfinder Moving Services is a professional moving company based in Buffalo, NY, specializing in local, long-distance, apartment, office, and senior moving services. Known for its attention to detail, compassion, and professionalism, the company provides customized moving plans backed by a dedicated team of movers. Whether it is a home or an office relocation, Wayfinder is committed to keeping every move smooth, efficient, and on track. ### Media Contact Wayfinder Moving Services Address: 75 Comet Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216 Phone: (716) 209-3591 Website: newsroom: Source published by Submit Press Release >> Wayfinder Moving Services Offers Customizable Moving Solutions in Buffalo, NY
CNET
07-05-2025
- General
- CNET
How to Pack Boxes for Moving: Expert Tips for a Seamless Move
Summer is rapidly approaching, which means that we're getting into peak moving season. Moving can be exciting, whether you're relocating to a new state or just across town, but it also comes with a lot of packing. Properly packing moving boxes and getting them all loaded up into a truck or van can feel a bit like playing a game of Tetris. All of the pieces need to fit together just right, or you risk ending up with broken or damaged items. To help you keep your stuff safe and have a more stress-free move, I spoke with professional movers to learn more about the art of packing. According to the experts, if you're putting labels on top of the box, packing more than 30 pounds or you can open a packed box and see what's inside, you're already doing something wrong. Keep reading to find out how to pack your boxes the right way. Need more moving tips? Check out our picks for the best moving companies, and here are seven apps that make the moving process less stressful. Before you start packing boxes Do some decluttering Before you begin packing, take some time to sort through your belongings to see if there is anything you don't want to bring. Moving is an excellent time to do a closet clean out and donate any clothes that you don't wear anymore, or to sell your old electronics to make some money to put towards setting up your new home. Get the right supplies There are four essentials you'll need to pack up your home: boxes, tape, markers and cushioning to protect your belongings. You can get new moving boxes for around $1 to $3 per box at The Home Depot, Lowe's or U-Haul, but free moving boxes are also readily available through sites like Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, NextDoor and BuyNothing. You can also find free boxes at big box stores like Walmart and Target, recycling centers, liquor stores or grocery stores. Another good way to save money on your move is to cushion items with towels, pillowcases, clothes and newspaper instead of bubble wrap or packing foam. You also have the option of renting plastic crates instead of using the standard cardboard boxes. While they're not necessarily cheaper -- about $3 to $6 per box for a week or two -- they have the edge in convenience, protection and sustainability. Decide if you need specialty boxes Most of your stuff can probably be packed into standard boxes, but you may have some fragile or oddly shaped items that would require boxes made just for them. Consider getting specific boxes for these items before you start packing: Artwork Mirrors Clothes on hangers TV Box dividers for drinking glasses Set aside extra time to pack the kitchen The kitchen is the final boss of any packing adventure. Because there are so many breakable items, make sure you dedicate enough time to packing your dishes properly. It's also a good idea to group your knives by size and wrap them in newspaper or packing paper when packing. This will keep loose knives from chipping or damaging other utensils in your kitchen. How to properly pack a moving box Eliminate empty space The golden rule of packing is to make sure the items in each box don't have too much room to bounce around. (If you hear jostling, something has gone wrong.) "Essentially, you want to use all the space in a box and not have a ton of open space for things to rattle around. You can fill voids with packing paper or crumpled up newspaper," Adrian Hawtree, of Adam's Moving Service in Seattle, told me. "In a well-packed box, you should be able to open it and only see packing paper -- not dishes or other stuff." Filling up the empty space helps in two ways: your items will be protected, and the boxes will stay structurally sound when you stack them. A box that's half empty is much more likely to crumple when you put it under a heavier box on a moving dolly or truck. Properly packing your boxes means you won't have to worry as much about how you're stacking on moving day. Use small boxes for heavy items While underpacking can result in damaged items, overpacking can make your move more difficult than it needs to be. "Be cognizant of the weight of the boxes," Hawtree told me. "You're probably going to be moving several boxes at a time, probably stacking them up on a hand truck 4 to 5 feet high. You want to make sure the boxes don't exceed 30 pounds each so that they're manageable." No matter where you get your boxes, they'll typically fall into the standard a small/medium/large size chart. According to U-Haul, every box size they sell holds up to 65 pounds -- more than most people will be comfortable lifting. "Use small boxes for your books and fragile items and use the larger boxes for the pillows, sheets and clothes," said Kyle from Easy Company Moving. Put heavy items on bottom Just like you'd put cans of food below eggs in your grocery bag, you'll want your most durable items at the bottom of your moving box. This goes for packing your moving truck too -- use your heaviest boxes as a base layer with lighter items on top. Label the side of the box The last thing you want to do on moving night is open every box looking for the bottle opener. Making sure every box is properly labeled will save you (and your movers) lots of headaches at your new home. But it's not as simple as you might think. "Never label on the top of the box because you're probably going to stack boxes," Hawtree told me. "We like labeling on at least two sides of the box so it's easy to find the label from any position." Make sure your label includes the room where the box is heading and possibly a brief description of its contents. Using different colored markers or tape for each room can also make life easier on moving day. Tape the top and bottom closed You might be tempted to only tape one end of the box and fold the other end closed, but this time saver could end up coming back to bite you. Tape the bottom three times with heavy-duty packing tape and make sure to tape the top closed as well. "A lot of times we show up and people won't have the tops taped or they'll fold them," Kyle told us. "That actually makes it easier for the box to crush." Taking some extra time to pack your moving boxes properly will go a long way in making sure everything arrives safe, sound and organized in your new home.
