The garage is the room everyone underestimates and leaves for last — and it's full of heavy, awkward, sometimes hazardous items. Start it early and you'll avoid the move-week panic.
Movers can't transport flammable or hazardous items — gasoline, propane, paint, pesticides, pool chemicals, lighter fluid. Drain fuel from mowers and equipment, use up or dispose of chemicals at an LA household hazardous-waste (SAFE) center, and don't pack them on the truck. Knowing this first prevents a last-minute scramble.
Pack hand tools in small sturdy boxes (they're heavy), wrap sharp edges, and keep screws and small parts in labeled bags. Power tools go in their cases or boxed with padding. Coil and bag extension cords and hoses.
Bag or box bikes, balls and gear; bubble-wrap anything fragile. Bikes can have pedals removed and handlebars turned to save space. Patio furniture gets disassembled and padded; grills must be cleaned and have propane removed.
The garage is where you'll find the most to donate, sell or toss — you pay to move weight, so this room rewards ruthlessness. Box up what's left, label by category, and load the heavy garage boxes on the bottom of the truck. Our crews handle the heavy and awkward garage items — see what movers won't move and our complete checklist.
Flammable and hazardous items — gasoline, propane, paint, pesticides, pool chemicals, lighter fluid. Drain fuel from equipment and dispose of chemicals at an LA hazardous-waste center.
Hand tools go in small sturdy boxes (they're heavy), with sharp edges wrapped and small parts bagged and labeled. Power tools go in their cases or boxed with padding.
Clean it, remove and transport the propane tank separately (it can't go on the truck), and secure the lid. Disassemble detachable parts and pad them.
Early — it's the most underestimated room. Start with disposing of chemicals and decluttering, then box tools and gear over several sessions before move week.
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