'Go Green' on Moving day!
If you have lived at your current residence for some time, you have probably accumulated many items. If you haven’t used items for six months to a year, you probably do not need them.
The old saying “One person’s trash is another person’s treasure.” Have a garage sale, to reduce what you pack. Donate unsold items to a local church or charity. Get donation receipts and the value of the items donated to help offset your taxes: file under ‘Charitable Donations!’
Check grocery and area stores for used boxes rather than buying them. Many managers will be happy to give up their used boxes.
Use luggage for packing as well as plastic containers instead of Styrofoam peanuts. Towels, blankets, sheets and clothing are also good packing materials. Pack each box by room and mark each box accordingly. This will make the unpacking much easier.
Remember – contact your city or town for the proper disposal of hazardous paints, stains and electronic equipment. A licensed junk removal company has the means of disposing of these items properly.
Also, consider shipping your furniture and boxes by train if moving a long distance. Trains are more eco-friendly having lower fuel cost and emissions. Many truck rental companies provide biodiesel trucks to help reduce your carbon footprint. If using your own vehicle for the move, have it tuned up and check the suspension. This will aid in conserving fuel.
And remember, “Reuse, Reduce and Recycle!”