Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Learning how to pack an attic or basement tackles the most overlooked storage. Decluttering hard and checking for moisture or pests save you from moving junk and problems.
Step: Start early; storage spaces hold more than you expect
Step: Declutter aggressively before packing anything
Step: Check items for mold, mildew, or pest damage
Step: Group and box like items, labeling each clearly
Step: Pack heavy items in small, sturdy boxes
Step: Wrap fragile stored items that lack original boxes
Step: Set aside hazardous items movers will not take
Step: Carry valuables and documents you find with you
Clearing storage spaces.
When: Pack the attic and basement early, weeks before move day.
Watch out: Do not move boxes you have not opened in years without checking; storage spaces hide mold, pests, and forgotten junk.