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Expert Packing & Crating Services

Professional Packing You Can Trust

Some belongings can't be replaced. Family heirlooms, fine art, antiques, photo collections, electronics, fragile dishware, and the everyday items that make a house feel like home all deserve more than a quick pack-and-go. They deserve the experience, materials, and care of a professional packing team.

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For over 60 years, Allwest Moving and Storage has provided expert packing and crating services for families and businesses across Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and Western Washington. As a family-owned, third-generation moving company, we bring the same level of professionalism, attention to detail, and respect for your belongings to every packing job — whether it's a partial pack of just your kitchen, a full-home pack for an interstate move, or specialty crating for fine art and high-value pieces.

What's Included in Allwest Packing Services

Our professional packing services are built around protecting every type of item in your home or office:

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  • Full-service packing — Our team packs your entire home, from kitchen to closets, using industry-leading materials and techniques

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  • Partial packing — Pack only specific rooms, items, or fragile collections; you handle the rest

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  • Custom crating — Made-to-measure wooden crates for fine art, antiques, sculptures, electronics, and oversized or unusually-shaped items

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  • Specialty packing — Expert handling for chandeliers, mirrors, glass tabletops, fine china, crystal, musical instruments, wine collections, and other delicate items

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  • Unpacking services — After your move, our team can unpack boxes, remove packing materials, and help get you settled in your new home faster

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  • Materials supply — Purchase professional-grade boxes and packing supplies if you prefer to pack yourself

The Materials We Use Make the Difference

The quality of packing materials is the difference between belongings that arrive intact and items that arrive damaged. Allwest uses only professional-grade materials specifically designed to protect your possessions throughout transit:

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  • Heavy-duty moving boxes in multiple sizes optimized for different item types

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  • Specialty boxes for dishes, wardrobes, mirrors, lamps, and other unique items

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  • Bubble wrap and foam padding for fragile and breakable items

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  • Packing paper and acid-free tissue for delicate surfaces and antiques​​​​

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  • Custom-built wooden crates for items requiring maximum protection

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  • Foam corner protectors and edge guards for furniture, artwork and electronic screens

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These aren't materials you'll find at a hardware store — they're industry-grade supplies used by professional movers handling thousands of moves per year.

When to Hire Professional Packers

Most customers benefit from professional packing in at least one of these scenarios:

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You're moving long-distance. Long-distance and interstate moves involve extended transit time, multiple handling points, and significantly more vibration and movement than local moves. Professional packing is essential for protecting items on long journeys.

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You have fragile, valuable, or sentimental items. Fine art, antiques, electronics, china, crystal, musical instruments, wine collections, and family heirlooms all benefit from specialized packing techniques and materials that DIY packing rarely matches.

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You're short on time. Packing an entire home is time-consuming — typically 20-40 hours of work for a 3-bedroom home. Hiring professionals frees you to focus on the rest of your move and life.

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You want full insurance coverage. Items packed by professionals are typically eligible for full valuation coverage during transit. Items packed by the homeowner often have more limited claim options.

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You're managing a senior move. Senior moves involve lifetime collections of items with both physical and emotional weight. Professional packers handle these belongings with the patience and care a senior client deserves.

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You're managing an office or commercial move. Business equipment, files, electronics, and office furniture all benefit from professional packing to minimize downtime and prevent damage.

How Professional Packing Pricing Works

Packing costs depend on several factors:

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  • Size of your home — A studio apartment requires fewer hours and less material than a 4-bedroom home

  • Volume of items to be packed — More items means more time and more boxes

  • Packing scope — Full-service vs. partial packing; whether unpacking is included

  • Specialty handling — Fine art, antiques, and high-value items require additional time and specialized materials

  • Custom crating — Crating fees apply for items requiring made-to-measure protection

  • Timeline — Standard packing vs. expedited packing for last-minute moves

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If professional packing services are bundled with your move, all packing materials are included in your estimate. If you're packing yourself but want to purchase Allwest's professional-grade boxes and supplies, those costs are itemized separately.

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The most accurate way to estimate packing cost is through a free in-home consultation. Your relocation consultant will walk through your home, assess what needs to be packed, identify any specialty items, and provide a detailed, transparent quote — with no hidden fees and no surprises on packing day.

Custom Crating for High-Value and Specialty Items

Some items require more than a box — they require a custom-built crate. Allwest's specialty crating services include:

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  • Fine art and paintings — Custom wooden crates with internal padding for original artwork, framed pieces, and large canvases

  • Antiques — Made-to-measure protection for irreplaceable furniture and collectibles

  • Sculptures and three-dimensional artwork — Crates engineered for unusual shapes and weights

  • Electronics and high-value equipment — Custom protection for sound systems, oversized TVs, computers, and specialty equipment

  • Marble and stone tabletops — Specialized crating for fragile, heavy slabs

  • Musical instruments — Climate-considered protection for pianos, antique instruments, and specialty pieces

  • Chandeliers and large light fixtures — Custom crating that prevents bulb breakage and frame damage

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Custom crating is built to the exact dimensions of your item, providing maximum protection during transit. Ask your relocation consultant about crating options when you request your estimate.

Why Western Washington Trusts Allwest for Professional Packing

What sets Allwest apart for packing services across Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and Western Washington:

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  • Family-owned, third-generation Washington moving company since 1962

  • ATA Certified ProMover designation from the American Trucking Associations

  • Department of Defense-level employee background checks and drug screening on every crew member

  • Industry-leading materials specifically designed to protect every type of item

  • Long-tenured packing crews — most full-time team members have been with Allwest for 5+ years

  • Specialty experience — From everyday packs to fine art crating to senior move sentimental items

  • Transparent pricing with detailed written estimates and no hidden fees

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Whether you're moving locally, long-distance, or just need help packing for storage, Allwest brings the experience, materials, and care your belongings deserve.

Get a Free Packing Estimate

Ready to plan your packing services? Contact Allwest today for a free, no-obligation in-home consultation. Our experienced relocation consultants will walk through your home, assess your packing needs, identify any specialty items, and provide a detailed, transparent quote so you can plan with complete confidence.

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