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Why Moving Supplies Matter for Edmonton Relocations

Essential Moving Supplies for Edmonton Relocations

Required Packing Materials for Edmonton Moves

Moving boxes form the foundation of relocation supplies. These containers come in three standard sizes that serve different purposes:

  • Small moving boxes handle heavy items like books and prevent lifting injuries
  • Medium moving boxes accommodate clothing, linens, and household items
  • Large moving boxes hold lightweight items like pillows and blankets

Residents typically need 40-60 moving boxes for complete household relocations. Packing tape secures these boxes during transport – professionals recommend 2-3 tape rolls per 10 boxes. Bubble wrap protects fragile items during moves. Packing paper fills empty spaces and wraps delicate objects.

Moving Supply Costs

Moving boxes start at $2 for small sizes. Medium boxes cost $3-5 each. Large boxes range $4-6 per unit. Complete moving kits contain 20 boxes, tape, and markers for $60-100.

Professional businesses use specialized containers. File boxes cost $5-10 each. Computer containers range $10-15 per unit. Durability requirements affect specialized supply pricing.

Supply Collection Timeline

Moving experts recommend starting supply collection 4-6 weeks before moving day. This timeline allows residents to find free boxes from liquor stores while avoiding last-minute shortages.

Movers often underestimate their needs for labels, markers, and protective wrap. Early purchases reduce moving day stress and ensure supply availability.

U•STORE•IT Edmonton Locations and Supply Availability

U•STORE•IT operates five Edmonton locations stocking complete moving supply inventories. Each location maintains moving boxes, bubble wrap, and protective materials. Supply prices range $2-40 per item and include dish-pack boxes, mattress bags, and packing tape.

Store Locations and Operating Hours

Edmonton North: 12243 Mount Lawn Road serves Castle Downs area. Hours: weekdays 9AM-6PM.

Edmonton South: 2304 Ellwood Drive SW serves Ellerslie and Summerside. Complete supply inventory maintained.

West Edmonton: 17204 – 105 Avenue covers Glenora and West Jasper Place areas.

Moving Box Pricing Structure

Moving boxes maintain consistent pricing across all U•STORE•IT locations:

  • Small boxes: $2-4 each
  • Medium boxes: $3-5 each
  • Large boxes: $4-6 each
  • Wardrobe boxes: $12-18 each
  • Dish-pack boxes: $8-12 each

Customers save money through bulk purchases. Packing tape costs $5 per roll when buying 6+ rolls. Bubble wrap bundles offer additional savings for large moves.

Specialty Moving Containers for Valuable Items

Dish Protection Systems: Dish-pack boxes feature cell dividers that separate china pieces. Bubble wrap combines with dividers to prevent breakage during transport.

Wardrobe Solutions: Wardrobe boxes accommodate hanging clothing during relocations. Tissue paper protects delicate fabrics inside containers.

Artwork Protection: Mirror boxes provide rigid protection for framed artwork. Corner protectors prevent damage to vulnerable edges.

Electronic Equipment Protection

Electronic items require specialized moving supplies. Anti-static bubble wrap prevents electrical damage to computers during transport. Original equipment boxes provide optimal protection when available.

Technology companies recommend protective foam inserts for sensitive electronics. Cable organizers prevent wire damage and tangling. U•STORE•IT stocks specialized containers for televisions, monitors, and gaming consoles.

Seasonal Moving Supply Planning

Peak Season (May-August): Moving supplies experience highest demand during summer months when most relocations occur. U•STORE•IT maintains consistent inventory for standard boxes. Specialty containers like wardrobe boxes may require advance ordering during busy periods.

Winter Requirements: Winter relocations demand specialized materials. Moisture-resistant boxes protect belongings from snow and ice. Additional padding protects temperature-sensitive items during cold weather transport.

Eco-Friendly Moving Options

Moving supplies now include environmentally conscious options. Reusable plastic containers rent for $5-8 per week and reduce waste while providing equal protection. Biodegradable packing peanuts replace traditional foam materials with equivalent protection levels.

Common Moving Supply Questions

Box Sizes for Different Items: Books require small boxes to prevent overweight loads. Heavy items never go in large boxes. Medium boxes work for clothing and linens. Large boxes accommodate only lightweight items.

Dish Packing: Dishes need cell-divided dish-pack boxes for protection. Bubble wrap provides additional cushioning inside these specialized containers.

Quantity Guidelines: Studio apartments need 20-30 boxes, one-bedroom apartments need 30-40 boxes, two-bedroom apartments need 40-60 boxes. U•STORE•IT experts provide free quantity consultations at each location.

Finding a clean, secure and reliable storage facility, packing items up for storage, and moving is a challenging task. That’s why U•STORE•It carries the common supplies on hand to help you. Make moving, downsizing, and storage so much easier! Proper moving supplies:

  • Keep you organized.
  • Save you time on packing.
  • Ensure you have everything you need right at your fingertips.
  • Make the organization of a moving truck so much easier.
  • Keep items secure and
    protected during storage.
  • Save you money because you prevent damage to your belongings.

Moving Boxes, Supplies and More In Edmonton

Small, medium and large boxes

We carry small, medium and large moving boxes to help pack items properly in the right box size. Try our small boxes for items such as books and small appliances, medium boxes for bedding, pillows, and drapes, and our large boxes for more lightweight items like clothing.

Packing tape

When it comes to sealing boxes for long-term storage, less tape is better. We recommend packing tape on each of your boxes so your prized possessions stay at a consistent temperature through Alberta’s extreme weather changes.

Moving blankets

We offer a wide variety of moving blanket sizes for all your storage needs and for added protection from scratches and scuff marks on the floor or furniture during a move or while you are putting items in storage during downsizing.

Surface defense protective paper pads

Protect your furniture, artwork, mirrors, and delicate decorative items with paper pads. It adds an extra layer of cushioning for your prized possessions while moving or storing them to keep them clean, dust-free, and secure from damage.

Saf-T-Pak for art and photographs

Protect the corners and edges of your fragile artworks, Smart TV, or mirrors from bumps and scrapes during a move. We carry versatile foam protectors that you can attach to the corners and edges of these items to prevent damage.

Protection kits for mirrors

We know the last thing you want during a move is to have to deal with broken glass or the disappointment of ruined artwork. All of  U•STORE•IT’s facilities carry protection kits for a wide variety of small or large mirrors and these kits can even be used for framed artwork.

Glassguard and dish-guard protection kits

We always have a plentiful supply of glass and dish-guard protection kits to keep your dishes safely and securely in place. With our glassguard & dish-guard protection kits you won’t have to deal with broken dishes when you unpack your boxes.

Mattress bags and dust covers for sofas, and chairs

Protect your investments against the risk of dampness and mildew caused by the weather. We recommend using mattress bags and dust covers for a wide variety of furniture from couches, to dining and coffee tables, even lamps and decor.

Kraft packing paper

Our Kraft packing paper is an ideal solution for protecting fragile items that you are putting into storage.  Wrap dishes, collectibles, home décor, or simply fill up extra spaces in moving boxes to ensure items are not broken by moving around in a box.

Bubble wrap packing supplies

Keep your valuable possessions safe and secure with bubble wrap. It makes an ideal protective cushioning for a wide variety of technology products from smartphones to tablets, to your desktop computer or gaming console.

Padlocks

With the exception of our St. Albert location, U•STORE•IT doesn’t require a mandatory purchase of our locks for storage units. We don’t mind if you use your own lock, but we do have padlocks for sale if you need one.

Ready-to-go storage packages

Commercial Moving Supplies Edmonton Businesses Trust

Edmonton companies require office packing supplies that differ from residential storage needs due to equipment sensitivity and document security. Our moving supplies line includes reinforced file boxes that support 65 pounds and integrate with our records management system. Edmonton moving containers for IT equipment feature anti-static properties and work with specialized foam inserts.

Edmonton warehouses use industrial moving boxes that must withstand heavy loads and stacking. Edmonton distribution centers choose these packing supplies including double-wall corrugated containers and heavy-duty tape designed for 50+ pound capacity. Edmonton manufacturers often need customized moving supplies including custom-sized containers, which we can order with one-week lead time.

Growing businesses can try our Managed Storage Program for Businesses. You can contact our Red Deer location to learn more about our ready-to-go storage packages.