Packing for a move can make it easy to assume everything in your home can go on the moving truck. However, there are some items that movers cannot transport or that are better kept with you. Knowing what to set aside before moving day can help your move go more smoothly.
What Can Go on a Moving Truck?
Most everyday household belongings can be transported by professional movers. Furniture, clothing, dishes, books, electronics, home décor, and properly packed boxes are all common items that can make the trip to your new home.
If you're unsure about a large, unusual, or specialty item, check with your moving company before moving day.
What Can't Go on a Moving Truck?
Hazardous Materials and Gas-Powered Equipment
Flammable, explosive, and corrosive materials cannot be transported. This includes items such as propane tanks, household cleaners, fertilizer, and fire extinguishers. Gas-powered equipment, including lawnmowers and snow blowers, also needs special preparation. Fuel tanks should be drained before moving these items.
Plants and Animals
Plants and pets should not be transported in the moving truck. Make separate arrangements to safely get them to your new home.
Perishable Food
Fresh, refrigerated, and frozen foods shouldn't go on the moving truck. Before moving day, use what you can from your refrigerator and freezer, and make other arrangements for anything you still need to transport.
Medications and Important Personal Items
Prescription medications, cash, jewelry, important documents, photographs, and sentimental belongings are best kept with you. Pack these items separately so they remain accessible throughout your move.
Plan Ahead for Moving Day
As you pack, create a separate area for anything that needs to travel with you or requires special handling. If you're unsure whether an item can be transported, contact your local TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® office ahead of time.
Taking care of these items before the movers arrive can help keep your moving day organized and avoid last-minute surprises.
Keep Your Move Moving Forward
Knowing what can and can't go on a moving truck is a simple but important part of preparing for a move. With restricted items handled ahead of time, your moving crew can focus on safely loading, transporting, and unloading your household belongings.
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Denver Southeast provides professional moving services for local and long-distance moves, with trained crews ready to handle the physical work while you focus on settling into your new home.
