Packing takes time, energy, and a surprising amount of planning. Our crew works methodically, room by room, to ensure your belongings are protected, organized, and ready for transport. We also offer unpacking services to help you settle in faster, and the timing of all services—packing, loading, unloading, and unpacking—is based on your customized move plan, which begins with the details you provide in the quote form.
Professional Packing Help for a Smoother Move
Packing takes time, energy, and a surprising amount of planning. Our crew works methodically, room by room, to keep your move organized and efficient. We offer both packing and unpacking services, and the timing of each—along with loading and unloading—is based on your customized move plan, which begins with the details you provide in the quote form.
How We Handle Packing & Unpacking
Every move is unique, and the schedule for packing, loading, unloading, and unpacking depends on the size and structure of your move. Packing is usually scheduled before your Load & Unload service, depending on the size and structure of your move. Larger move plans may include multiple scheduled service days. Unpacking can also be added to help you settle in faster once everything has been delivered.
- Each mover may take a dedicated area (kitchen, living room, bathrooms, etc.) to maintain consistency and speed.
- Fragile items are wrapped properly using the materials you provide.
- Boxes are clearly labeled using your preferred labeling method.
- For unpacking, our crew follows your direction and places items wherever you prefer. The amount we complete depends on the time scheduled for your unpacking service, as additional services can’t always be added after booking due to crew availability.
- Packing materials are consolidated in one area for simple disposal.
This coordinated approach keeps your move efficient, organized, and tailored to your needs—ensuring you’re moved to your satisfaction, no matter how long your plan requires.
What’s Included in Packing & Unpacking
- Careful wrapping of fragile items
Not sure which supplies you need for your TV? Our guide explains exactly what to buy to keep it protected during your move. - Organized box labeling based on your preferred method
- Prioritization plan based on your home layout
- Clear communication throughout the process
- Respect for your home, your belongings, and your boundaries
- Unpacking services based on your direction — we place items wherever you prefer, and the amount completed depends on the time scheduled for your unpacking service
- Use our MyTee Moving Checklist to help you stay organized before moving day
Next‑day and same‑day service may be available depending on our schedule. Rush bookings come at a premium rate.
What We Won’t Touch
To protect you, your belongings, and our crew, we do not pack, unpack, or handle:
- Open food
- Firearms (including assembly or disassembly)
- Jewelry
- Cash or money equivalents
- Extremely valuable or irreplaceable items
- Hazardous materials
- Items containing fuel (such as lawnmowers or snowblowers) — fuel must be removed before we can move them)
If something is rare, expensive, sentimental, or requires special preparation, your crew lead will guide you on the safest way to handle it during your scheduled work order and during the walkthrough upon arrival.
If something is rare, expensive, or sentimental, your crew lead may ask you to observe the packing or pack it yourself — ensuring transparency and protecting everyone involved.
What You Provide
To keep your costs low, MyTee Movers is a labor‑only packing and unpacking service. Clients provide all packing materials, including:
Our MyTee Movers Essentials List includes the exact packing materials we recommend.
- Boxes
- Tape
- Markers
- Packing paper
- Packing peanuts
- Bubble wrap
- Original TV boxes or flat-screen moving kits
- Artwork boxes
For unpacking, clients simply provide clear direction on where items should be placed — counters, shelves, tables, or designated areas. No additional materials are required for the unpacking portion of your service.
A Helpful Note While you Prepare
If you come across non‑perishable food or household items you no longer want to take with you, you can set them aside during packing.
Our crew can donate them locally through our MyTee Gives Back program — but only if there is room in the vehicle after your service is complete.
You decide what stays, what goes, and what gives back to the community — we’ll handle the rest.
Learn more on our MyTee Gives Back page.
How Packing & Unpacking Works
1. Walkthrough & Plan
When the crew arrives, your crew lead performs a walkthrough of your home to understand the layout, identify priorities, and create a room‑by‑room service plan. Clients are encouraged to have materials ready and any “do not pack” items separated. This preparation keeps the process efficient and on schedule.
2. Methodical Room‑by‑Room Packing
Your crew works with care and intention, packing each room one at a time. Fragile items are wrapped properly, boxes are labeled clearly, and pathways are kept safe and organized. Each mover may take a dedicated area — kitchen, living room, bathrooms — to maintain consistency and speed.
3. Direction-Based Unpacking
For your scheduled unpacking service, items are placed on counters, shelves, or designated surfaces based on your direction. The amount completed depends on the time scheduled for your unpacking service.
4. Client Oversight & Final Check
You’re welcome to monitor packing or unpacking as needed, especially for rare or high‑value items. For anything expensive, sentimental, or unique, your crew lead may ask you to observe the handling or pack/unpack it yourself to protect the item, the crew, and you
Once everything is completed to your expectations, payment is collected for the service.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes. Many clients schedule these services together. Your move plan will outline the order and timing based on your needs and our availability.
Yes. A client or authorized adult must be present during the walkthrough and throughout the service to provide direction and answer questions.
Yes. You provide all packing materials — boxes, tape, packing paper, bubble wrap, and any specialty supplies. If you’re unsure what to buy, our MyTee Movers Essentials List shows what we recommend.
Either one. We can pack your whole home or focus on specific areas like the kitchen, closets, or fragile items. Your service is customized to your needs.
Unpacking is direction‑based. We unbox items and place them on counters, shelves, or designated areas. The amount completed depends on the time scheduled for your unpacking service.
Yes. We label boxes as we pack so you know what’s inside and where it belongs. You provide the labeling materials — markers, stickers, or pre‑printed labels — and we follow your preferred system.
It depends on the size of your home, how organized things are before we arrive, and whether you need full‑home or partial packing. The best way to get an accurate estimate is to complete our quote form.
Yes — with the right materials. Since you provide all supplies, please have bubble wrap, dish packs, or padding ready for delicate items.
We do not pack firearms, jewelry, cash, or extremely valuable or irreplaceable items. For rare or sentimental pieces, your crew lead may ask you to observe or handle them directly to protect the item, the crew, and you.
Yes. If something needs to be disassembled before packing, we can take care of it and pack the components safely.
Yes. We can unpack boxes, place items where you want them, and reassemble furniture if needed. Unpacking is time‑based and directed by you.
Often, yes — when our schedule allows. Rush bookings come at a premium rate due to the coordination required. Booking early is always best, especially for weekends and peak seasons.
Packing and unpacking follow the same structure as our moving labor: a 2‑hour minimum, billed in 30‑minute increments. You only pay for the time you use.
Related Services:
Packing and unpacking often pair naturally with other parts of your move. We also offer Loading & Unloading Services if you need help getting your packed items into or out of your vehicle or storage container, as well as College Moving Assistance for dorms, apartments, and campus housing — including support for move‑in and move‑out days.
Let’s Get You Scheduled
Whether you need help with a few rooms or your entire home, our crew handles your service with care, efficiency, and clear communication. All services are time‑based, and we work through your priorities within the hours you schedule.