Most moving crews can load plastic totes alongside boxes, but policies vary by company. A quick call to your mover helps set expectations. To make bins easier to handle:

• Secure lids: Use latching or snap-on lids; add a strip of tape if needed.
• Distribute weight: Keep heavier items in smaller bins to avoid overloading.
• Label clearly: Mark sides and lids so contents are visible when stacked.
• Protect contents: Cushion breakables with soft items or bubble wrap.
• Stack smart: Place heavier bins at the bottom when loading.

Features like clear sides, wheels, and stackable designs can help movers identify items and move them safely. Always confirm any weight limits or special handling ahead of time.

Plastic bins can be a solid choice when you want durability and reusability. They’re helpful for items you’ll store long-term after the move and for spaces where moisture or dust might be a concern.

• Advantages: Sturdy walls, stackable designs, latching lids, and often clear bodies for quick identification.
• Good for: Linens, toys, pantry organizers, seasonal decor, and gear you’ll keep organized post-move.
• Trade-offs: They can be bulkier than cardboard and heavier when full, and they may take up more space in a truck.

Many movers handle totes just fine, but results can vary. Mix bins and boxes as needed—use bins for items you’ll reuse and boxes for lighter, short-term packing.

1. Prep the bin: Wipe it clean and line the bottom with a towel or packing paper for cushioning.
2. Sort and layer: Place heavier items at the bottom, then lighter items on top.
3. Cushion breakables: Wrap fragile pieces; fill gaps with soft items like clothing or linens.
4. Distribute weight: Avoid overfilling—use smaller bins for dense items.
5. Close securely: Snap or latch lids; add a strip of tape if needed.
6. Label clearly: Mark contents and room on the lid and one side.
7. Load carefully: Stack heavier bins at the bottom and keep pathways clear.

These steps can help protect your items and make unloading simpler, but individual results may vary.

You can browse a wide range of moving supplies on Walmart.com and in stores. To keep costs in check, try:

• Compare sizes: Filter by capacity (quarts/gallons) to match items precisely.
• Multipacks: Look for multi-pack containers to outfit a whole room.
• Reusable options: Durable plastic bins can double as long-term storage.
• Feature filters: Consider latching lids, stackable designs, underbed sizes, wheels, or gasket-seal lids.
• Check reviews: Ratings and photos can give real-world insights.

Ordering online with Pickup or Delivery can save time. Reusing bins you already own or mixing bins with boxes can also help manage your budget without compromising organization.

Pick sizes based on what you’re packing and how you’ll store items after the move.

• Small (around 6–20 qt): Tools, craft supplies, pantry items.
• Medium (about 28–41 qt): Clothing, shoes, toys.
• Large (roughly 58–76 qt): Bedding, bulkier decor, kitchen gear.
• Extra-large (100+ qt): Bulky but lightweight items; consider wheeled bins when loads are heavy.
• Underbed, low-profile: Great for seasonal clothes or linens.

Measure shelves, closets, and underbed clearance so bins fit where you’ll store them later. Features like latching lids, clear sides, and stackable construction can make loading and organizing simpler.