Whether you’re getting ready for a long distance move across states or you are relocating to a new home in the same city, packing up all of your belongings is a big process. Deciding what belongings go in which box and packing it all up in time for the move can be stressful and time consuming. A good moving box can save you time spent moving items to and from vehicles, prevent damaged property during the move, and spare you the energy of reorganizing everything to fit into your new home. The only thing better than a moving box is a free moving box.
Avoid extra spending costs when it comes to moving by discovering the best places where you can access free moving boxes to store your items for the journey!
Where to Find Free Moving Boxes
1. Someone Who Recently Moved
An easy way to acquire free moving boxes is from someone who just used them in a move. Reach out to friends or neighbors who may have moved in nearby to take any boxes that they no longer want off their hands. See if you have any family members who have stored boxes away for safekeeping. Ask your boss if your workplace has recycling where durable cardboard boxes are kept after receiving a new shipment. Your personal network of friends, colleagues, and family might come in handy before moving day.
2. Liquor Stores & Breweries
A popular place to find free moving boxes is a local liquor store or brewery. These stores frequently get deliveries with strong, sturdy boxes that are made to carry big glass bottles. A perfect solution for storing delicate dishes or glassware, these boxes are usually designed with cardboard dividers to separate the fragile bottles. Check the hours of a local liquor store to arrive before they close, or call ahead to ask if they have boxes and get the best time for picking them up.
3. Grocery Stores
Another location you can expect to find moving boxes for free is at a grocery store. Since most grocery stores are restocking their shelves consistently throughout the week, they have plenty of empty boxes that they are discarding. Make sure to call ahead to see if they have extra boxes, or reach out to a store manager and ask if they can set some boxes aside for you when it’s time to restock. Since these boxes are used to store food, make sure they don’t have holes in the bottom or sides, which are meant for extra ventilation when shipping fruit, and double check that there are no food or drink stains from leaking produce.
4. Online Communities & Digital Market Places
Check out the online message boards, free listings, or exchanges to find people looking to give away their used moving boxes.
- Facebook Marketplace: Community members often post items that they are looking to give away for free, especially after a move. This is a convenient way to find locals with free boxes.
- Craigslist: Use Craigslist’s “free stuff” section to search for any free moving boxes in your area.
- Nextdoor: A site meant to connect neighbors, Nextdoor may have threads with people in your area looking to get rid of boxes, or a “for sale” section that you can browse for moving boxes.
- U-Haul Box Exchange: In an effort to minimize waste, U-Haul offers this program to help customers connect for ride shares, sell or give away boxes, and find moving supplies. Get together with others who have recently moved and find free boxes through this exchange program.
- KSL Classifieds: Here in Salt Lake City, people often turn to KSL Classifieds when searching for cheap or free used items. Simply search “free boxes,” and you’ll get a list of all the free moving boxes available in your area.
5. Bookstores & Libraries
Much like liquor stores, bookstores, and libraries have shipments that require reinforced boxes, meant to hold heavy books. With less predictable delivery times, make sure you are coordinating with store or library managers for confirmation that they have empty boxes for you and a good time for you to pick them up.
Depend on Rocky Mountain Movers For Your Upcoming Move
At Rocky Mountain Movers, we understand the stress that comes with moving. From heavy lifting to treks up and down stairs, to hauling big items on the road, we are here to help. With our full service moving company, we specialize in everything from pianos and individual items to whole offices and homes. Trust us to move your goods with respect and care. Contact us for a free online estimate today!
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