Small book boxes
Keep heavy, dense things — books, records, tools — in small boxes so no box gets too heavy to lift safely or crush the ones beneath it.
Moving Services
Packing Services in Memphis & the Mid-South
Professional packers who protect what matters most. Titan Elite packs your whole home — or just the fragile things like dishes, glassware, art, and electronics — with the right boxes and materials, so everything arrives the way it left.
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Packing services in Memphis, done right the first time
Packing is where most of the damage in a move actually happens — a dish wrapped in a bath towel, a TV loose in an oversized box, a mirror with nothing between it and the frame beside it. Good packing is a skill, and it is the part of moving day people most often wish they had left to someone else. Our crews pack for a living: the right box for the right item, cushioned so nothing shifts, and labeled so it lands in the right room.
You decide how much help you want. Full-service packing means we handle the entire house, from the kitchen to the closets, usually the day before your move. Partial packing lets you box the easy, everyday things yourself and hand us the fragile or awkward pieces. And if you only want the breakables handled — the china, stemware, framed art, and electronics — we can pack just those. However far you take it, we bring the boxes, paper, and specialty containers, so there are no last-minute runs to the store.
What's included
Here is what this service includes — clear scope, no surprise add-on labels on the items below.
- Full-service packing for your entire home
- Partial packing for just the rooms you choose
- Careful wrapping for fragile and high-value items
- Kitchen, china and glassware packing
- Wardrobe boxes for clothing on hangers
- Furniture padded, blanket-wrapped and shrink-wrapped
- Every box labeled and organized by room
- Professional-grade boxes, paper and supplies
Ways we can pack for you
From the whole house to a single cabinet of stemware — you choose how much we handle.
- Full-service packing We pack the entire home — every room, drawer, and closet — usually the day before the move, so moving day is just loading. You do not lift a box or buy a roll of tape.
- Partial packing Pack the everyday things yourself and leave the rest to us. Many customers box their own clothes and books and have our crew handle the kitchen, the fragile items, and the awkward pieces.
- Fragile-only packing Dishes, glassware, framed art, mirrors, lamps, and electronics — the things most likely to break. We pack just the breakables in the right boxes with the right padding while you handle the simple stuff.
- The right materials Sturdy boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap, and specialty containers like dish packs and wardrobe boxes come with us — so your belongings are packed in the right thing, not whatever was in the garage.
- Labeled and organized by room Every box is labeled by room and contents, so unloading is orderly and you can find what you need first without opening ten boxes to get to the coffee maker.
- Unpacking, if you want it We can unpack as customer-directed help — opening boxes and placing items where you ask — then haul away empty boxes and paper. It is directed assistance, not a full household setup.
Professional Packing Supplies
Whether you choose to pack yourself or hire our professional packing team, using the right packing supplies can make a significant difference in protecting your belongings during the move.
Our crews use professional moving boxes and materials every day because they’re designed for transporting household goods safely and efficiently — the right box or wrap for each item is what keeps it from shifting, crushing, or scratching in transit.
Packing Supply Guide
A quick reference for what each box and material is made for. Matching the supply to the item is the difference between things arriving intact and arriving broken.
| Supply | Best for | Typical uses |
|---|---|---|
| Small book box (1.5 cu ft) | Heavy, dense items | Books, records, canned goods, hand tools, small dense décor |
| Medium box (3.0 cu ft) | The everyday all-purpose box | Kitchen items, toys, small appliances, pantry goods, files |
| Large box (4.5 cu ft) | Bulky, lightweight items | Bedding, towels, pillows, lampshades, larger plastic kitchenware |
| Extra-large box | Very light, very bulky items | Comforters, blankets, couch cushions, seasonal clothing |
| Wardrobe box | Hanging clothes | Closet clothing on the built-in bar, coats, suits, drapes |
| Dish pack (double-wall) | Fragile kitchenware | Dishes, glassware, stemware, and china — paired with cell dividers |
| Picture / mirror box | Flat, framed items | Framed art, mirrors, glass tabletops, marble and glass shelves |
| TV box | Flat-screen televisions | Modern flat-panel TVs and large monitors, with corner protection |
| Mattress bag | Mattresses & box springs | Shielding a mattress from dirt, moisture, and tears on the truck |
| Packing paper (newsprint) | Wrapping & cushioning | Wrapping dishes and glasses, filling empty space, protecting surfaces — ink-free |
| Bubble wrap | Extra-fragile items | Electronics, delicate décor, framed glass, and other valuables |
| Stretch wrap | Bundling & surface protection | Keeping drawers and doors shut, bundling items, protecting upholstery |
| Packing tape | Sealing boxes securely | Sealing box seams and reinforcing the bottom — a dispenser speeds it up |
These are the standard moving boxes and materials our packing crews use — matched to what each item actually needs.
How Many Boxes Will I Need?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — the number of boxes and the amount of packing material a move takes depends on your home and how much you’ve accumulated. A tidy one-bedroom apartment might need a couple dozen boxes, while a full four-bedroom house with a packed garage can need well over a hundred. A few things move the number the most:
- Home size — the square footage and number of rooms
- Number of occupants — more people usually means more belongings
- How much you’re actually moving versus donating or leaving behind
- A garage or basement — often the most box-hungry spaces in the house
- An attic or storage unit — easy to forget, and quick to fill boxes
- The amount of fragile items — kitchens and display pieces need more dish packs, paper, and bubble wrap
Packing Supply Estimator
Answer a few quick questions and we’ll estimate the supplies your move is likely to need. Live calculations are coming soon — for an exact list, request a free quote and we’ll size it around your home.
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Choosing the Right Box
The right box does more than hold your things — it protects them. Here’s how to match the box to what’s going inside.
Medium boxes
The workhorse for most of a home. Great for kitchen items, toys, and pantry goods — heavy enough to hold plenty, light enough to carry.
Large boxes
For bulky but light items like bedding, pillows, and towels. Keep heavy items out of them so the box doesn’t fail or become a two-person lift.
Wardrobe boxes
Clothes stay on their hangers and travel wrinkle-free on the built-in bar — the easiest way to move a closet, and to unpack one.
Dish packs
Double-wall boxes built for the kitchen. With cell dividers and plenty of paper, dishes and glassware are cushioned and kept from touching.
Picture & mirror boxes
Adjustable boxes that hold framed art, mirrors, and glass on edge — where flat, framed pieces are strongest — instead of laid flat where they crack.
TV boxes
A snug box with corner protection keeps a flat-screen from flexing or taking a hit — the safest way to move the most fragile screen in the house.
Packing & supplies FAQ
How many moving boxes do I need?
It depends on your home and how much you own. As a rough guide, a one-bedroom often needs around 20–30 boxes, while a full four-bedroom house can need 100 or more — especially with a packed garage, attic, or a lot of kitchenware. When in doubt, get a few more than you think; leftovers are easy, running out mid-pack is not.
What size moving box is best for books?
Small book boxes (about 1.5 cubic feet). Books are dense and heavy, so a small box keeps the weight liftable and safe. A large box full of books can top 80 pounds and is likely to break open at the bottom.
Should heavy items go in small boxes?
Yes. Heavy, dense things — books, tools, canned goods — belong in small boxes so no single box gets too heavy to carry safely (a good rule is keeping boxes under about 50 pounds). Save the large boxes for light, bulky items like bedding and pillows.
What packing supplies help prevent damage?
The ones that cushion and immobilize: dish packs with cell dividers for kitchenware, packing paper and bubble wrap for wrapping and filling empty space, picture boxes for framed glass, mattress bags, and stretch wrap to keep drawers and doors shut. Damage usually comes from items shifting or touching — good materials stop both.
Do professional movers bring packing supplies?
When you add packing to your move, our crew arrives with the boxes and materials your home needs and packs it for you. If you’d rather pack yourself, you’ll supply your own boxes and materials — just let your coordinator know which way you’d like to go.
Can Titan professionally pack only certain rooms?
Absolutely. Partial packing is one of the most popular options — many customers have us pack just the kitchen and the fragile items and handle the rest themselves. Tell your coordinator which rooms or items you’d like us to take, and we’ll price it to match.
Should fragile items be packed differently?
Yes. Fragiles go in sturdy dish packs, each piece wrapped in paper or bubble wrap and stood on edge with dividers so nothing touches. Empty space is filled so items can’t shift, the box is clearly marked fragile, and it rides where it won’t be crushed. It’s slower, careful work — and it’s where a professional pack earns its keep.
How early should I begin packing?
Start about two to three weeks out with the things you rarely use — books, out-of-season clothes, décor, the garage and attic. Pack a room at a time, label as you go, and leave daily essentials for last. Starting early turns packing from a stressful all-nighter into a calm, steady task.
Our Process
Here's What Happens Next
No surprises and no pressure — just a clear, reassuring path from your first quote to settling into your new home.
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Request a Free Quote
Tell us about your move online or over the phone — it takes just a couple of minutes.
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Receive Your Personalized Estimate
We follow up with a clear, no-obligation estimate built around your home.
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Schedule Your Move
Choose the date that works for you, and we'll reserve your crew.
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Professional Moving Day
Your trained crew arrives on time, protects your belongings, and does the heavy lifting.
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Enjoy Your New Home
We place everything where you want it, so you can relax and settle right in.
What goes into a packing quote
Packing labor is billed at the same hourly mover rate; materials are itemized separately. A few of the things that shape the estimate:
What affects your price:
- How much of the home you want packed — full, partial, or fragile-only
- The size of the home and the number of rooms
- Fragile and high-value items that need special materials
- Whether specialty fragile or high-value items need extra padding and careful handling
- The boxes, paper, and specialty containers we supply
- Whether you would like customer-directed unpacking afterward
Our current local moving rates start at:
- $70 per mover, per hour
- 3-hour minimum
- 15-minute increments after the minimum — you only pay for the time you use
- $100 service fee per truck
Every move is surveyed individually — you get a clear, no-obligation estimate before anything is booked, so there are no surprises on moving day.
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The Titan Difference
Why Mid-South customers choose Titan Elite
Moving is about trust. From your first quote to the final walkthrough, every detail is handled by people who treat your home like their own.
- Professionally trained crews Background-checked, uniformed movers.
- Fully licensed & insured Licensed and insured for your move.
- Transparent pricing Clear estimates with no hidden fees.
- Professional Furniture Protection Protective moving pads, stretch wrap, and careful loading help keep your belongings safe throughout the move.
- Local Memphis expertise We know the Mid-South inside out.
- 4.9★ reputation Consistently rated by local customers.
Service Area
Where we provide Packing Services in Memphis & the Mid-South
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Do I have to pack anything myself?
Not unless you want to. With full-service packing our crew handles everything from the kitchen to the closets. If you would rather pack the everyday items yourself and leave the fragile or awkward things to us, partial packing does exactly that — you choose how much help you want.
Can you pack just my fragile items?
Yes. Many customers pack the simple things themselves and have us handle dishes, glassware, artwork, electronics and anything breakable. We bring the right boxes and padding for those items so they travel safely.
Do you bring boxes and packing supplies?
We do. Our crews arrive with sturdy boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap, tape and specialty containers like dish packs and wardrobe boxes — so you are not making last-minute runs to the store or guessing how much you need.
How long does packing usually take?
It depends on the size of your home and how much you would like us to pack. A few rooms can be done in a few hours; a full house is usually a full day, often the day before your move. We give you a realistic time estimate with your quote.
How do you protect TVs, artwork, mirrors and antiques?
Flat, fragile items like TVs, mirrors and framed art are wrapped in padding and packed in specialty boxes sized to fit them. Antiques and one-of-a-kind pieces get extra attention — padded, cushioned and packed so nothing shifts in transit.
Can you unpack after the move?
Yes, if you would like. Unpacking is customer-directed: we open boxes and place items where you ask, then haul away empty boxes and paper — not a full house organization from start to finish.
How is packing labor billed?
Packing labor is billed at the same hourly mover rate as the rest of your move; materials are itemized separately.
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