How to Pack Like a Pro: Tips from Wrexham’s Removals Experts

Packing for a move can quickly go from exciting to exhausting. But with a few professional tricks, you can save time, protect your belongings, and avoid the chaos that often comes with moving house.

At JB Removals & Storage, we’ve helped hundreds of Wrexham homeowners, renters, and businesses move smoothly often stepping in to fix packing disasters along the way. This guide shares our top packing tips from Wrexham’s removals professionals to make your move more efficient and stress-free.

1. Start Early – You’ll Thank Yourself Later

One of the biggest mistakes people make is underestimating how long packing takes. Start 2–3 weeks before your move date, beginning with items you rarely use (like seasonal clothes, spare bedding, or ornaments).

• ✅ Early start = less stress

• ✅ Avoids last-minute rushing

• ✅ Makes your inventory easier to manage

2. Sort Before You Pack

Use moving as an opportunity to declutter. There’s no point in packing and paying to move things you no longer need.

Create four categories:

• Keep

• Donate

• Sell

• Bin

Wrexham has great charity shops in Hope Street, Rhosddu, and Gresford a perfect way to pass things on locally.

3. Invest in Proper Materials

Don’t rely on old boxes from the supermarket. Proper packing materials protect your items and speed up the process.

What you’ll need:

• Sturdy, double walled moving boxes

• Bubble wrap & packing paper

• Strong tape (not masking tape!)

• Clear labels or coloured stickers

• Black marker pens

💡 Tip: JB Group supplies high-quality packing kits ask us for a quote.

4. Label EVERYTHING

It sounds obvious, but clear labelling saves hours during unpacking.

Include:

• What’s inside

• Which room it belongs to

• Fragile/high-priority notes

Try using a colour-coded system (e.g. blue for kitchen, red for bedroom). It makes unloading much faster for you or your movers.

5. Think Ahead – Pack Logically

Don’t just shove things in a box to "get it done." Pros pack by function, room, and importance.

Pack like this:

• Daily use items go in a separate "Essentials Box" (kettle, remote, loo roll!)

• Heaviest items at the bottom, lighter at the top

• One room at a time, fully packed and closed

6. Use What You Already Have

Some of the best packing materials are already in your home.

Use:

• Suitcases for heavy books

• Laundry baskets for odd-shaped items

• Towels and blankets for wrapping fragile objects

• Plastic storage tubs for garage/loft items

This saves space and avoids extra boxes.

7. Don’t Overpack Boxes

It’s tempting to fill boxes to the brim, but if they’re too heavy, they become dangerous to lift and more likely to break.

Stick to:

• Max 15–20kg per box

• Heavier boxes for sturdier items (books, tools)

• Lighter boxes for delicate things (decor, glassware)

Need help? Our Wrexham packing service ensures everything is protected, labelled, and ready to go stress-free.

8. Dismantle Furniture in Advance

Save time on moving day by dismantling what you can ahead of time (beds, tables, wardrobes).

Keep fixings in clearly labelled bags taped to each item.

No tools? No problem. JB Group offers dismantling and reassembly services throughout Wrexham and surrounding areas.

9. Leave the Dangerous Stuff to the Pros

Avoid packing flammables, aerosols, or paint. These items often can’t be transported safely in removal vans. If you're unsure what you can and can’t pack, just ask.

Local Knowledge Makes a Difference

Wrexham roads, access routes, parking, and property types are all unique. That’s why using a local, trusted removals company is key. We know the layouts, traffic flows, and even the tight spots in places like Coedpoeth, Johnstown, and Rhostyllen.

📞 Need a Hand with Your Move?

Whether you need boxes, packing help, or full removals and storage, JB Group is here to support you every step of the way.

We’re local. We’re trusted. And we’ve moved hundreds of Wrexham homes just like yours.

📲 Call us on 01978 253826 or visit www.jbremovals-storage.co.uk to request a free quote or packing kit.

Packing like a pro isn’t about perfection it’s about preparation.

With a bit of planning and support from Wrexham’s removals experts, you can avoid stress, protect your items, and make moving feel manageable.