5 Steps to Follow When Packing Electronics for a Move

Electronics are considered most fragile ones to pack in compare to other movables. They require highest degree of caution while packing. In today’s techno savvy world, everybody uses multiple electronic devices like smart phones, laptops, desktop computers, tablets, televisions, Video Games and so on. They are expensive ones which one uses in day to day life.

Follow Below Mentioned Packing Tips for Better Relocation:

        I.            Safety Measurements

·         Computers and laptops contain very important data, which is crucial for business purpose. It is very important to take back up of all important data in hard disk for safety measurements. packers and movers Delhi NCR will help you to relocate your electronic devices easily.  No one even wants think about damage of these expensive electronics, but it is always safer to have back up to avoid any emergency situation.

·         Keep all user manuals of all electronics handy, which will be needed to reinstate in the new home. Keep them together in one pouch along with data containing hard disk. If user manual is not available then download them from online in advance to avoid last minute hassle.

·         Install tracking apps in laptops and tablets. This will help in locating them in case of getting misplaced or stolen. Put difficult passwords on them, so it becomes harder to crack them for someone else.

      II.            Disconnecting Gadgets before packing

·         Carefully disconnect gadget from power. Switch off properly and carefully remove from plug. In case of many plugs and circuits, it is advisable to take a snap shot to avoid confusion while reinstating after relocation.

·         One smart way is to buy labelling stickers of different colours and label a sticker of one colour at one end and the same colour of sticker can be labelled on that cord. Use different colours’ of sticker for multiple cords. This will make things easier to reinstate on own.

·         Ensure that wires do not get mixed up with other electronics while packing, otherwise things will become messy. Better to keep them around particular gadget till packed in the box. Keep all gadgets and cords away from water in the entire packing and moving exercise to avoid damage.

    III.            Quality Packing Material

·         Safest way is to have original packing cartons of individual electronic. It makes things very easy and safe. If one doesn’t has original cartons, then one will require to find best match for individual gadget. Find cartons which are little bigger in size then the actual gadget size, as one requires to put packing material all around to save it from any jerk while lifting and moving.

·         Wipe all cords and wires nicely and seal them properly. Don’t forget to keep them in the individual box after keeping the product inside.

·         One can easily get thermal sheets in the market of different thickness and size for packing gadgets. Get enough bubbled wrappers also to wrap each electronic item. Bubbled wrappers and thermal sheets may cost little more, but they are very much needed for the safety of expensive gadgets.

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    IV.            Best Packing Methods

·         Take a suitable side of cardboard and seal the bottom side properly by using sealing tape from inside and outside. It is to be covered from the entire bottom center and up to the box sides of approximately one third of the length. This is to secure the box to hold the weight of the packed gadget.

·         Keep multiple layers of thick thermal sheets on the bottom of the box. Wrap the gadget by using quality bubbled wrapper and place it slowly in the middle of the box. Cover all sides with thermal sheets and feel the extra gaps with paper crumbles and soft thick sponges to avoid any movement inside while lifting and moving.

·         Put layer of thermal sheets on the top also and seal the carton properly by using taps without keeping any gap inside. Put proper label on the box with clear signs of “Fragile, Handle with Care and This Side Up”. This will alert the mover while lifting and moving box from one place to another.

·         Carefully load box into the van by using advanced loading technology. Ensure that box is properly covered by blankets from all sides and nothing else has kept above it. Same caution is required while moving and unloading them.

      V.            Reinstating Again at new Home

·         After everything is unloaded properly, guide movers about where to keep individual gadget. Check electric supply flow with sensor and ensure it is not fluctuating .

·         Unpack the box cautiously and unwrapped the gadget by removing wrappers and thermal sheets around. Check immediately if no external damage or scratch has taken place while moving. In case of any, take a snap shot and register complain with Movers and Packers without any delay, to get reimburse. Any delay or ignorance may not eligible one for future claims. Wipe the gadget and cords properly by using glass cleaner and linen cloth.

·         Reinstate the cords by the help of manual book and color stickers. Once all cords and sockets are properly reconnected, start the gadget in the presence of movers, to assure if it is working like before. If in case of any problem, immediately register a complaint with moving company to get reimbursed.