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Preparing Your Home For Manufactured Home Transport :
A good move depends largely on how much you get
involved and how well you are prepared when the movers arrive.
This is also crucial to avoid Downtime Charges, If our movers arrive
and have to wait hours for you to pack and prepare for your move YOU
WILL BE CHARGED DOWNTIME !This checklist is a guide for preparing
for the carrier and may be used as your record of tasks accomplished.
NOTE: Items with an asterisk (*) cannot be shipped in the mobile home
and must be shipped separately.)
Remove your TV antenna.*
Empty, Defrost and thoroughly wash the inside of your
Refrigerator and Freezer. Appliances need at least two days to dry to
keep mildew to a minimum while in transit or in storage. After cleaning,
leave doors open and place a drying agent inside to help control mildew.
Dispose of foods that could spoil while in transit or in storage.
* Remove window air conditioners and flower boxes.*
* Dispose of unnecessary items to avoid extra packing and possible
overloading.*
*Remove Pictures and Mirrors from the walls.*
Ensure items in utensil and food racks and other kitchen holders are
secured. Remove or seal items, if necessary.
* Dismantle outdoor play equipment and outdoor structures
(utility sheds, playhouse, swing or gym set).*
HAVE UTILITIES DISCONNECTED
Remove Gas Bottles.* Water, Gas, Electric, Telephone,etc.
(On some moves you can have the mover unhook utilities)
Pack all freestanding lamps; remove shades and pack them carefully.
SECURING YOUR MOBILE HOME FOR MOVING
Recommendations for arranging property and preparing built-in
items in the home: (Also See preparing for move) all
freestanding lamps; remove shades and pack them carefully.
Secure all fixtures that cannot be removed. Secure hanging lamps
and ceiling fans. Pack small, movable items, including breakables,
in boxes and remove. Attach valid license or permit to
your mobile home. Aka tax papers
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL
ARTICLES LEFT IN THE HOME........
Place medium-weight boxes under beds and secure.
Do not leave loose items on beds.
Place loose furniture forward of the axle(s) and secure.
Place as little weight as possible behind the axle(s).
Secure all windows and mirrors. Storm windows should be treated
as separate windows. Taping large glass surfaces will help
reduce the chance of breakage.
Pack and secure all accessories. Loose articles in the kitchen, broom
closet and cabinets must be secured or items removed and packed
Secure all doors, Including Appliances.
Hinged or sliding doors should be blocked or taped.
Tape or tie cupboard doors between handles to hold them closed.
Elastic Ponytail holders or Cable Ties are also good for this use!