but it is also much more likely to break in transit, which makes for a catastrophe for all parties involved. this also holds true of heavy pots and pans which run the risk of being ruined if the box breaks and they hit the ground.
heavier on bottom, lighter on top: this may sound like common sense, but professional movers name it as a chief complaint. if you reverse the order of items, boxes can end up top-heavy, making them likely to fall in transit. they are also much more difficult to hold if they are off-balance.
label, label, label: not only will this step make unpacking a breeze, but if your 