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What not to Pack
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What You Should Not Pack
Not everything in your home should be packed up in boxes to move to your new one. Wheaton wants your belongings to arrive at your new home safe and sound. Wheaton professionals are trained to look for normal household items that are hazardous and often illegal to ship. For your protection, omit the following items when packing:
Aerosol cans:
- Hair spray
- Shaving cream
- Insecticides
- Deodorants
- Cleaning products
- Spray starch
- Spray paint
Dangerous goods:
- Acid
- Sterno
- Darkroom Chemicals
- Pesticides
- Motor Oil
- Gasoline
- Charcoal
- Lighter Fluid
- Fertilizer
- Paints
- Car Batteries
- Matches
- Nail Polish & Remover
- Ammunition
- Liquid Bleach
- Pool Chemicals
- Fireworks
Perishable Items
- If your move is local, proper packing and storage can enable you to take perishables with you. Just be careful with meat, eggs and dairy products. Spoiling can happen quickly even in colder.
- If your move is long distance, dispose of all perishables and find a new home for your plants. If you're moving household and outdoor plants, make sure they are properly packed and stored.