The cartons are packed, the movers have arrived and you are ready to go. But not everything has to go, in fact, not everything is even safe to travel with you on your move. Here is a list of items recommended by Bekins Van Lines that cannot be moved with you during your relocation.
- Aerosol cans regardless of content
- Heating agents such as Sterno
- Nail polish/remover
- Fire extinguisher
- Any type of gas in bottles or tanks including propane or oxygen
- Paints, varnishes, solvents, thinners and oils
- Ammonia, bleach and other household cleaning agents
- Chlorine granules or powder
- Muriatic acid (also called hydrochloric acid)
- Auto batteries
- Charcoal/lighter fluid
- Matches and lighters
- Ammunition
- Any other combustible product
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Can you pack your alcohol on the moving truck
Hi, Corinne! Great question. In general, we recommend against any flammable liquids being packed on the truck, including alcohol.
You don’t recommend packing wine bottles? or the other kind of alcohol (rubbing alcohol)?
Good question, Karen. Wine and beer aren’t as flammable as stronger types of alcohol, and are usually okay to pack on the truck. You should always inform your mover if you’re packing wine or beer, though, and follow their suggestions. Here are some more tips for moving wine: https://www.bekins.com/2016/04/26/boxes-bottles-and-bouquets-move-your-wine-collection-with-these-6-easy-tips/
I found your moving list list to be complete. What not to pack and items not allowed was very helpful.
Overall I feel my choice to have Bekins move us was a wise one.
We have a few bottles of scotch. Is that a problem? As long as we alert the packers?
Hi Richard! We recommend against any flammable liquids being packed on the truck, including liquor. It’s a good idea to speak with your local moving agent about how best to transport those items.