I Have Been Moving Clients For 20 Years!
I have been moving clients for 20 years now . Hi, I’m Jeff Fischer, owner of Fischer Van Lines in Denver, Colorado. I know from experience that right now you’re just thinking about boxes, and the next you’re juggling traffic in Denver which sucks, weather, deadlines, and a living room that looks like a storage unit from hell. I have good news? With my simple but real plan, you can calm things down and start packing without feeling overwhelmed and all stressed out.
Grab some coffee, make a quick plan with me. I want you to clear out the rooms you barely use first. Then I want you to move on to closets and decor, leave all the kitchen stuff for the last week of packing, and keep a what I call a Moving kit with some of your clothes, important documents, and tools you might use with you on your moving day trust me on how doing this can save your butt.
Let's Create You A Packing Plan
Get a notebook and put that baby on the counter. In this notebook, add dates, building rules, prices, anything you can think of that might be important, and a list of every room in your old home and your new home.
This could be the hardest part of my plan! Now I want you to walk through your house with a donation box and a trash bag. You need to let some things go and trust me when I say that doing this will help so much it’s just not worth the money to move an extra toaster that you forgot you had or cords and broken gadgets you still think you fix later and especially clothes you never wear.
Most people end up having so many extra nic naks and crap that they could fill half a truck full. You can leave it behind and I will personally collect it and take it to a goodwill in Denver and donate it or We also run a free yard sale once a month which we give away for free customers left behind items so its for a good cause as well.
Now that we have cleared some space up, i want you to pull your moving supplies into one corner: small and medium boxes, all your tape, pens and markers, packing stuff like bubble wrap, and a stack of old towels or T‑shirts for padding both work great and even cardboard boxes work really good. When everything’s in one place, you can start packing in short bursts— like ten minutes here, fifteen there—and now we are not losing time hunting for scissors or that dam tap.
Where To Start After That Notebook
Alright, so you’ve got your notebook on the counter and a little more floor space showing. Now we’re going to hit the parts of the house you barely touch. Think guest room, storage closet, that weird corner of the basement where stuff goes to disappear.
where you can warm up. No big emotions, no “should I keep this?” drama (well, not much). Start boxing the easy wins: extra blankets, old board games, that set of wine glasses you only use on holidays, backup pans, all that. When my crews show up and see these rooms already boxed, we know you mean business—and your move goes way smoother.
My Trick With Dead Zones In The House
I call these spaces “dead zones.” They’re perfect for staging boxes. On a lot of jobs, I’ll walk into a Denver home and say, “Let’s turn this guest room into our box garage.” Everything you pack early lives in there, stacked along the walls. The rest of the house still feels like a home, not a war zone. Trust me, your stress level drops when you’re not tripping over cardboard in the hallway at midnight.
Grab that donation box and trash bag again while you’re in these rooms. If you haven’t used something since before the pandemic, it probably doesn’t need a seat on my truck. I’d rather haul one clean, tight load than waste space on dead printers and mystery cables. And like I said, if you leave that stuff behind, I’ll run it to Goodwill here in Denver or put it out at our free yard sale where folks can actually use it
Now I Suggest Closets, Books, And Then All Of The Wall Stuff
Yaaaaa now that all of those dead zones are good to go, we can go back to the back to the closets and shelves. I have seen this part sneak up on people so sneaky. For example, your closets look easy to pack until you start pulling things out and suddenly your entire room is full of shoes and clothes you forgot you owned. My advice is to not panic and just work one shelf at a time.
Lets say I’m in your bedroom with you and we are getting things done. We would first pull everything out, make a keep – donate – trash, and anything staying goes straight into a box. I would then have you put all the heavy stuff like books or tools in small boxes. This is so my guys aren’t going to blow out their backs on your stairs carrying heavy giant boxes.
Now the next thing we will get done is all your wall art, pictures of the kids, wrap those in towels or T‑shirts, tape them nice and good, and always write fragile wall stuff very big on the side. When we load our trucks, my guys will know exactly where to put it so it doesn’t get crushed and damaged. This can save you a huge headache and me an unhappy customer!
Dealing With Weather in Colorado and Your Moving Plan
Now that we have packed boxes and closets. Next thing we’ve gotta respect is the weather in Denver, because as you know it’s nice one day and snowing the next day.
So keeping that in mind here’s what I tell my customers. You should pack by season, not just by room. If you’re moving in July, all the ski gear, heavy coats, and snow boots can go deep in the truck early. If you’re gonna move in January? I suggest you move the fans, shorts, patio cushions, and camping stuff first in the box. Trust me when I say this will make life way easier.
I have saved more butts than I can count lol. Start by doing this. I want you to grab a suitcase or a tough bin and pretend you’re packing for a long weekend. A couple sets of clothes, socks, underwear, basic toiletries, meds, phone chargers, and a jacket of course or long sleeve in case that weather changes.
I want you to add in some snacks, a refillable water bottle, and maybe a roll of toilet paper because you never know. All you have to do is keep this kit with you in your car, not in my truck. If traffic on I‑25 shuts down or we hit a storm up near your new place, you still have everything you actually need that night you know in case shit hits the fan so to speak.
The Beast is the Kitchen and I want you to save it for last
Most people want to start there because it feels productive, and people always regret it. Please don’t do it. You need to save the kitchen for the last week before your move. That way you can still cook, make coffee, and you will not be living like you’re in college or something.
Let’s attack by packing up the party platters, fancy serving dishes, waffle maker, extra mugs, and spices or pantry stuff. Box those up and label them very clear and you want to be organized when labeling this stuff. Now lets knock out the everyday stuff like plates, bowls, glasses, silverware.
Wrap plates on their edge (not flat) with paper or old T‑shirts, and pack glasses tight so they don’t go rock ’n’ roll inside the box. On the outside, big letters: “Kitchen – Fragile – Dishes.” When my crew sees that, we know to stack it high and safe, not under a toolbox or box of books.
I will give you a little trick from 20 years on the job. Make yourself a tiny first-night kitchen box. I would put one pan, one pot, a spatula, a couple plates, two mugs, some basic seasoning, and coffee gear. Mark opened the first kitchen. When you land in your new casa, you can make breakfast and coffee without tearing through six different boxes at 6 a.m when the last thing you want to do is unpack.
Here's What is Going Down on Moving Day With Fischer Van Lines
If you’ve followed my plan, you’re in much better shape than 90% of the people we meet. Here we come pulling up, gonna introduce the moving crew, and then we will walk the house with you, and my guys are looking for those clear labels and that staged boxed room we talked about.
When things are boxed tight and grouped by room, my guys will be able to load faster, safer, and usually it will be cheaper for you because we’re not wasting any time whatsoever by guessing what goes where and what’s in this box with no labeling.
Now while we are loading, i want you to keep that Moving Plan and your notebook off to the side somewhere and don’t lose it dammit. Be a boss and start to check boxes off your list as they go out the door.
If you have something that would need some TLC like a family heirloom, a super fragile TV, your kid’s gaming setup, all you have to do is point it out and my guys will mark it and take extra care of it .
Now this is where the magic comes into play. When my team pulls up to the new place, we can drop boxes right into the correct rooms so you’re not stuck dragging heavy stuff up and down the stairs and or hallway all night.
If You’re Feeling Behind its Totally Normal Don't Worry To Much
Last but not least, people feel behind and start to panic. Please take a chill pill if you have one . Now If we are a few days out and you are not where you wanted to be, lets shift gears. I want you to forget about perfect packing.
Lets do this instead and shoot for well labeled and protected. I want you to wrap the breakables, throw loose items into misc boxes by room, and write big, honest labels. For example Bedroom Misc Cables, Office Random Desk Stuff, whatever it is. Think about how you would be at your new house and picture how you will still be able to find things easily.
If you can handle my Moving guide, your move is gonna be a breeze, and when Fischer Van Lines shows up, you are ready to kick ass and get this show on the road. I just want to say thank you from Fischer Van Lines for taking the time to read this and applying the tips that I gave you. It really means a lot to our entire team here and we will in turn be able to provide you with exceptional service.
FAQ'S Where To Start Packing For A House Move In Denver, Colorado?
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Where should I start packing when moving a house in Denver?
Start with rooms you use the least, such as spare bedrooms, storage closets, basements, and garages. Denver homeowners should pack these areas first to stay organized while keeping daily spaces functional.
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How far in advance should I start packing for a move in Colorado?
Start packing 3–4 weeks before your move date. In Colorado, weather and scheduling delays are common, so early packing helps you stay flexible and avoid last-minute stress.
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What rooms should I pack first when moving?
Pack low-traffic rooms first, including guest rooms, offices, basements, and storage areas. Save the kitchen, bathrooms, and daily-use spaces for the final days before your Denver move.
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Why Hire Fischer Van Lines for a Denver house move?
Fischer Van Lines has decades of experience moving homes in Denver and Colorado. Their team understands local logistics, weather challenges, and efficient packing strategies to keep your move smooth and stress-free.
Author: Jeff Fischer
2/17/2026
