Packing Materials Supply in Exeter
Professional packing materials supply services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
Drop-off
Location
Exeter, Devon
Quality packing materials delivered to your door. Boxes that won't collapse, plenty of tape and wrap, everything sized right for a house move.
Save Yourself a Trip Around Town
Last thing you need when you're moving is driving around scrounging boxes from supermarkets. You end up with banana boxes that smell weird and collapse under books.
💡 Pro tip: Proper moving boxes have handles and double-wall construction. They stack safely and won't fall apart when you actually need them.
What Makes Good Packing Materials?
| ✅ Moving Grade | ❌ Supermarket Freebies |
|---|---|
| Double-wall boxes with handles | Designed for one trip, shelf to home |
| Multiple sizes for different items | Whatever they're throwing out |
| Quality packing tape that stays stuck | Masking tape that peels off in the van |
| Clean bubble wrap and sheets | Old newspapers that ink everything |
What You Get
📦 Standard Moving Kit
| Item | Quantity | What It's For |
|---|---|---|
| Small boxes | 10-20 | Books, DVDs, heavy stuff |
| Medium boxes | 20-30 | Kitchen items, toys, general |
| Large boxes | 10-15 | Bedding, pillows, light bulky items |
| Tape rolls | 3-5 | Sealing everything |
| Bubble wrap | 2-3 rolls | Fragile items, ornaments |
Quantities adjusted based on your actual house size.
🔧 The Service
- I'll ask about your property size
- Work out what you need
- Deliver it all to your door
- You pack at your own pace
Pricing
| What You Need | You'll Pay |
|---|---|
| Materials + delivery | £60 minimum |
| Large house (extra materials) | £60-£110 |
Price depends on quantity. I'll quote exactly before ordering.
Perfect If You're...
✅ Moving yourself - got a van sorted, just need supplies
✅ Organized packer - you'll do it, just need the right kit
✅ Short on time - can't spend a day hunting for boxes
✅ Protecting valuables - proper materials for things that matter
Why Choose Us for Packing Materials Supply in Exeter?
Quality boxes that won't collapse
All the tape and wrap you actually need
Delivered to your door
No traipsing around shops
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Phone Chat
Tell me about your move - how many rooms, any particularly fragile stuff, when you're packing. I'll work out what materials you'll need.
Step 2: I'll Quote It
Clear price for everything - boxes, tape, wrap, delivery. No surprises.
Step 3: Materials Delivered
I'll drop them off at your place, usually within a couple of days. Everything flat-packed so it doesn't take up half your house until you need it.
🔧 DIY Tips
Packing yourself? Here's how to do it properly:
📦 Box selection
- Heavy stuff (books, tools) in small boxes
- Light bulky stuff (bedding, clothes) in large boxes
- Medium boxes for everything else
- Label EVERY box with room and contents
🎁 Packing technique
- Heaviest items on the bottom of each box
- Wrap fragile items individually in bubble wrap
- Fill gaps with scrunched paper or bubble wrap
- Box should be full but not bulging
- Tape all seams - bottom, middle, top
⚠️ Common packing mistakes
- Books in large boxes (you won't lift it)
- Not enough tape (boxes pop open in the van)
- No labels (chaos at the other end)
- Fragiles mixed with heavy stuff
💡 Pro tricks:
- Use suitcases and bags for clothes (why waste a box?)
- Keep one "essentials" box for first night at new place
- Photograph electronics before unplugging so you know what connects where
- Use plates on edge, not stacked flat (less likely to break)
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚚 Having me do the move too? Book the materials delivery a week before moving day. Gives you time to pack properly without rushing the night before.
Multiple trips needed? I can do a materials drop-off and then come back on moving day to help shift it all. Two separate jobs, but it makes the whole thing less stressful.
Old house with loads of stuff? Better to overestimate boxes than run out. I've seen people need an emergency supermarket run on moving day because they underestimated - not fun when you're already stressed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What packing materials do you supply?
Standard cardboard boxes in various sizes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and protective sheets. I can advise on quantities based on the size of your move - just tell me how many rooms you're packing up.
Can you deliver the materials to me?
Yes - I'll drop them off at your place. Saves you trying to fit a van-load of flat-pack boxes in your car. Just the £60 minimum for the delivery.
How many boxes will I need?
Rough guide: 1-bed flat needs about 20-30 boxes, 3-bed house more like 50-70. I'd rather you have a few spare than run out halfway through packing. We can go through it on the phone.
Do you collect the boxes after I've moved?
Not as a standard service, but if you're having me help with the actual move, I can take the empties away at the end. Otherwise, most people flatten them and put them on Facebook Marketplace - they go within hours.
Is this cheaper than buying from the supermarket?
Similar price for better quality boxes. Supermarket ones are designed to get stuff from warehouse to shelf once - they're not great for house moves where you're stacking and shifting them multiple times.
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