Australian Container Logistics, Pack a Container to move Goods Interstate

Pack Your Own Container & Move Commerial Goods Interstate in 3 Simple Steps

So you need to move Goods Interstate and are wondering how it all works? Here is our quick guide to How to pack your own container. It's easy, quick and simple to move with our DIY service.

1. We deliver an empty shipping container to your business address, you pack your own container at your own pace

2. We collect the full container and transport it to your new address

3. You unpack the container, at your own pace, we take the empty container away when you are ready

Our friendly staff have many years of experience with Pack Your Own Containers and we are available to offer self packing advice at any time. Just email or call us at Australian Container Logistics on 1300857851 with your questions, and we'd only be too happy to help.

It's Time to Pack Your Container

Once your shipping container is delivered, it's important to ensure that you maximise the use of the space inside, and ensure that nothing moves during the transit to your new destination. Shipping Containers are sturdy, large and easily transportable, making them the perfect solution to move goods Interstate.

We give you 30 days hire included in your all inclusive door to door quotation which gives you plenty of time to load and unload. If you would like the container for longer that is not a problem. We can offer you to hire the container for an additional 30 days, and also short term storage in one of our National Wide Depots. Note that storage and container leasing fees apply, costs are outlined on your quotation. See our Quick Transit Times Here, they range from approximately just 3 - 7 days Australia Wide.

Pack Your Own Container - Useful Packing Tips

As you are loading, take a few extra minutes to write an inventory list.
Personal items should be wrapped and loaded into strong cardboard moving boxes. Reinforce the bottom of all boxes with plenty of tape. Fill each box to its capacity, using fillers to fill any empty spaces. Use original shipping boxes for computers, printers and other electronic items where possible.
Don't over load. Be sure box tops and sides don't bulge or cave in.
When loading a shipping container ensure you tie everything off as you go. Use the tie down points in the shipping container.
Mix small items with larger items to fill spaces, and don't save all your boxes for the end.
Place soft, light items such as pillows in a plastic bag and place them in small spaces where boxes can't fit.

Larger personal items such as furniture, etc., should be blanket wrapped and/or protected in plastic or with bed sheets.
All appliances should be clean and dry. Immobilise moving parts and remove all detachable cords and wires. Tape electrical cords to the appliance and tape all doors and lids closed.
Drain all fuel and oil from lawn mowers, chain saws and other equipment. Disconnect all batteries.
Strap long garden tools together.
Number or label your boxes.
Your personal possessions should not include anything that is poisonous, flammable, corrosive, perishable, fuels, cleaning chemicals, insecticides or any original documents (such as birth certificates, wills, original videos, wedding, etc.). Portable gas bottles cannot be loaded.
Please note that if you are moving to Western Australia you will need to complete quarantine forms and some items are restricted from entry into the state. For more information click here to go to WA Quarantines website for the most up to date information.