Packing supplies are not just boxes. They are tools that protect your belongings, save time during loading, and reduce the risk of damage during transport. Most people underestimate how many materials they need or buy the wrong types, which leads to last-minute stress. This page is designed to guide you through packing decisions in a simple, practical way, based on real moving experience.
The most reliable way to estimate packing supplies is to start with the size of your space, not the number of rooms. Square footage gives a more accurate picture of how much furniture, clothing, and household items need protection. Our bundle estimates are based on average packing volume observed across hundreds of moves and are intended as guidance rather than an exact formula.
If your home has minimal furniture, fewer personal items, or is partially packed already, you may need less. If you have storage rooms, a garage, or years of accumulated belongings, you may need more. When in doubt, it is safer to plan slightly above average to avoid running out mid-packing.
| TOTAL | # |
|---|---|
| Small Boxes (1.5 cu) | – |
| Medium Boxes (3 cu) | – |
| Large Boxes (4 cu) | – |
| Packing Paper (25 lb) | – |
| TYPE | NOTES | PRICE |
|---|---|---|
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Small Plastic Bin (to rent) 45L (21.88 x 16.3 x 12.5) |
IF MOVE WITH US -> 2nd week - $1/bin |
$3.5/bin (move with us) $5/bin (move by yourself) |
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Big Plastic Bin (to rent) 64L (26.88 x 18 x 12.5) |
IF MOVE WITH US -> 2nd week - $1/bin |
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Small Box 1.5 cube |
Includes packing paper and tape Min. 25 boxes |
$5/box |
|
Medium Box 3 cubes |
Includes packing paper and tape Min. 20 boxes |
$6/box |
|
Large Box 4 cubes |
Includes packing paper and tape Min. 15 boxes |
$7/box |
|
Wardrobe Box |
With metal bar, 24x21x48 - holds appr. 20-30 hangers |
$35/box |
TV box (to buy) |
Up to 86” |
$50 |
TV box (to rent) |
Up to 86”. While transporting NO CHARGE |
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Medium Picture Box 37 x 4 x 27 |
$13 | |
|
Large Picture Box 48 x 4 x 32 |
$18 | |
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Packing Paper 25 lbs |
*Packing paper used by Cactus Moving to pack boxes - NO CHARGE (unless packing customer’s boxes) |
$60 |
Tape |
Tape used by Cactus Moving to pack boxes or wrap furniture - NO CHARGE |
$5/roll $25/pack (1pck - 5 rolls) |
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Stretch Wrap 15.5 x 1476 |
Stretch wrap used by Cactus Moving - NO CHARGE |
$40/roll |
|
Bubble Wrap 150’ min |
(upon request prior to move) |
$50 |
Mattress Bag (Q) |
Queen or smaller |
$25/bag |
Mattress Bag (K) |
King |
$35/bag |
Blue Moving Blanket |
NO CHARGE or FULL REFUND if moving the next day |
$25 each ($15 return) |
Grey Moving Blanket |
$15 each ($5 return) | |
Grey Felt Pad (package) |
$10 | |
Straps |
$10 each |
Packing bundles are designed to remove guesswork. Each bundle combines the most commonly used materials for a specific size of space, based on average statistics from real moves we complete every week. The quantities are recommendations, not strict rules, and are meant to help you plan with confidence rather than calculate everything from scratch.
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