This one is a no brainer to me but then you look online where people are selling their used and purchased boxes and I have to think that they didn't have a clue because you don't need mirror boxes, plate boxes, and tv boxes. You need to know how to use a tape gun and plastic wrap.
I have three favorite sources of boxes but I'll list as many as I can because I know all of these are not available to everyone.
Grocery Stores: You won't find many boxes at large chain stores because they have box crushers and no room in back to store boxes for you. However if you call ahead they may be able to help you and let you know what day they get deliveries so that you can come get them. Please be kind to them. Their store rooms are very small so when they hold them for you please be prompt in picking them up or you make it harder on the next guy when the store decides not to help anyone else.
Liquor Store: These people are waiting for you. Everyone I know moves with liquor boxes. These boxes are wonderfully think and glued to no end. You will find after the move that you now hate them when it's time for you to break them down, but while moving they are great and tend to be in endless supply. Before running to the local liquor store (ABC store) give them a call first. While most have and endless supply others get upset when you just show up. Ask them when their next delivery is and ask if they will hold some for you. You might be lucky, many have boxes or stacks everyday, right outside their door. The only problem with these boxes are they are odd shaped and can be difficult to stack because of that. Plus they have the cardboard insert (please don't throw these in the liquor store parking lot). These inserts can be great for things like glasses but plan ahead to have to remove these and trash them.
Private Pharmacies: I discovered this one in my last move and they are now my favorite. A lot of pharmacies get their deliveries in plastic totes that are reused but a lot of them also get them in boxes. I love these boxes! They are larger and thicker. Plus they are easy to breakdown, transport, and then tape back together. Make sure to call your pharmacy first. Most don't want to tell their delivery date for safety reasons but will make you a stack. The pharmacy I got them from broke them down for me and put them behind their store then gave me a call. This was great because it didn't disturb their time or customers.
Furniture stores and rent to own stores: On these you have to call ahead. These boxes aren't standard boxes but you aren't getting them to box up dishes. You need these boxes for their size and to break down. These guys are what you are going to use to wrap your large flat screen tv, mirrors, and pictures.
Craigslist free section: Many people after moving post their boxes here. This is great because they did all the legwork for you. Also many times these fools bought those expensive boxes for you.
There might be more sources in your area but these are the basic places. Save your time going to places like Target and Walmart. These boxes are always crushed. Also be leary of second hand store boxes. These boxes tend to have roach eggs not because of the store but because of the people that donated them. They can also house bed bugs.
Now for the other supplies: (My list of must haves)
Bubble wrap- cheapest place to find this (I've found) is Uhaul stores, Staples, and Storage Rental places. You can also find it a Walmart
Tape Gun- Please save your fingers and buy this. It's a must have in my book. We only have one and keep it in a central location for everyone to use while packing
Tape- Packaging tape but don't get the easy tear because it easily brakes. Also masking tape for labeling and taping up wires
Plastic Wrap- I love this stuff! You can buy it designed for packaging on a roll with a handle or use the kind you have in the kitchen. If you go with the kitchen kind then buy it at Dollar Tree and save some money but the packaging kind isn't that expensive.
Clean news print- Yes you can use old newspaper but I don't recommend on nicer items because the print tends to transfer. You can get this at Walmart, Staples...
Newspaper- Need I explain why? Please don't rob paper boxes. Instead ask for the out of date ones or contact you newspaper office
Markers- I like to use different colors making sure the most important boxes are labeled in red so they are easier to find
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