You have been busy working on packing up the house and you think you have everything under control until you go into the garage! Packing up the garage can be a little more time consuming than you first think. It’s usually filled with an odd mix of stuff, from lawn mowers to tools to sports equipment and beach chairs. Here are some tips from SMARTBOX for getting your garage equipment ready to move:

Gas-powered Machines
To prepare your gas powered equipment for moving, drain them of all harmful liquids. This includes oil and gas from lawn mowers, weed whackers and chain saws. Remove all attachments and pack these separately in well-protected boxes. Be sure to label them. Purchase protective covers for chain saws and lawn mower blades.
Tools
Gather your tools that are the same length and secure them together using strong plastic tabs or cord. Keep your small tools in the toolbox. For tools that do not fit, use a strong box and pack the items well to ensure they don’t shift during the move. Protect any sharp edges or blades with bubble wrap, or rags before you pack them. If you’re packing sharp-edged tools in a box, make sure you label it.