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| Boxes and moving supplies can be purchased separately or in kits which include a variety of box sizes, tape and markers. Some sets include wardrobe boxes and bubble wrap. |
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| Typical costs: |
- If purchased separately, small boxes for heavy items run $1 - $1.70, medium boxes $2.35 -$2.79 and large boxes about $3. Extra large boxes for lightweight bulky items cost around $3.75.
- A moving kit for a one-bedroom apartment runs $69 -$90 and includes anywhere from 14-29 boxes, one roll of 55-yard tape and a box marker.
- A moving kit for a two-bedroom house runs $178 -$197 and contains 55-60 packing boxes, around four rolls of 55-yard tape and one marker with a box knife.
- A moving kit for a four-bedroom house runs $311 -$404 and contains 86-119 boxes, eight rolls of tape, two markers and box knives.
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| What should be included: |
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| Additional costs: |
- Rates vary according to the specific type of items to be packed. Sparse homes without a large amount of collectibles can get away with smaller kits. A large amount of clothing will require more wardrobe boxes with hanger supports and cost around $8 each.
- A glass packing kit made for crystal, stemware and porcelain figurines is about $10 -$15 per box with separate sleeves for each item.
- A kitchen kit designed to pack glasses and dishes costs $102.
- Wrapping paper runs $9 per pack.
- Quilted pads for preventing scratches on furniture and appliances are $8 -$15 each.
- A carpet dolly used to move heavy items is about $35.
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| Shopping for moving boxes and supplies: |
- A variety of packing materials are available through eBay under moving kits.
- Moveout.com offers a moving box calculator to help estimate the amount of packing material needed.
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Article updated June 2007 |
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