Boxes and moving supplies can be purchased separately or in kits which include a variety of box sizes, tape and markers. Some sets include wardrobe boxes and bubble wrap.
Typical costs:
If purchased separately, small boxes for heavy items run $1 - $1.70, medium boxes $2.35-$2.79 and large boxes about $3. Extra large boxes for lightweight bulky items cost around $3.75.
A moving kit for a one-bedroom apartment runs $69-$90 and includes anywhere from 14-29 boxes, one roll of 55-yard tape and a box marker.
A moving kit for a two-bedroom house runs $178-$197 and contains 55-60 packing boxes, around four rolls of 55-yard tape and one marker with a box knife.
A moving kit for a four-bedroom house runs $311-$404 and contains 86-119 boxes, eight rolls of tape, two markers and box knives.
Tip: Movers Directory.com offers an Online Packing Guide[1] to protect dishes, furniture and plants.
Additional costs:
Rates vary according to the specific type of items to be packed. Sparse homes without a large amount of collectibles can get away with smaller kits. A large amount of clothing will require more wardrobe boxes with hanger supports and cost around $8 each.
A glass packing kit made for crystal, stemware and porcelain figurines is about $10-$15 per box with separate sleeves for each item.
A kitchen kit designed to pack glasses and dishes costs $102.
Wrapping paper runs $9 per pack.
Quilted pads for preventing scratches on furniture and appliances are $8-$15 each.
A carpet dolly used to move heavy items is about $35.
Shopping for moving boxes and supplies:
A variety of packing materials are available through eBay under moving kits.
Moveout.com offers a moving box calculator[2] to help estimate the amount of packing material needed.
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