Uh Oh! Last-Minute Packing? Here’s How to Do It Right
- MHC Moving
- Apr 14
- 2 min read
We get it—sometimes life gets busy, and suddenly, moving day is here before you’re ready. Maybe your closing date changed, your lease is up, or time just got away from you.
Don’t panic! MHC Moving has helped plenty of Lincoln, NE residents with last-minute moves, and we’re here to share the best fast-packing strategies to keep your move stress-free.
1. Stay Calm & Get Organized
A clear plan is key when packing in a hurry. Take a deep breath and start with the essentials:
✅ Make a quick priority list – What needs to go first?
✅ Gather supplies – Boxes, tape, markers, and trash bags.
✅ Set a timer – Work in 30-45 minute bursts to stay focused.
🚨 Pro Tip: If you’re short on boxes, check local Lincoln stores like Hy-Vee, Walmart, or liquor stores for free ones!
2. Pack Room by Room (Skip Sorting for Now)
Normally, we’d recommend carefully sorting, but when you’re in a rush: Just pack!
Start with least-used areas (spare rooms, closets).
Leave clothes on hangers – Put them in trash bags or lay them flat in a box.
Use laundry baskets, suitcases, and bins as makeshift moving boxes.
🚨 Pro Tip: Label quickly! Even just “Kitchen” or “Bedroom” will help later.
3. Use Towels & Clothes as Packing Material
Running out of bubble wrap? No problem! Use:
🧣 Scarves & towels for wrapping dishes.
👕 T-shirts & socks to cushion breakables.
🛏️ Pillows & blankets to protect fragile items.
🚨 Pro Tip: Keep one “fragile” box for all breakable items to handle them carefully later.
4. Don’t Overthink – Toss What You Don’t Need
Packing in a rush? Now’s not the time for nostalgia. If you don’t love it or use it, donate or trash it.
📍 Where to Donate in Lincoln:
Goodwill & Salvation Army – Clothes & household goods.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore – Furniture & appliances.
People’s City Mission – Accepts a variety of items for those in need.
🚨 Pro Tip: Keep a "Donate Box" near the door for quick drop-offs.
5. Pack an Essentials Bag
Last-minute movers often forget daily essentials! Pack a “Day One” bag with:
🩹 Medications & toiletries
📱 Chargers & important documents
🛏️ A change of clothes & bedding
🚨 Pro Tip: Keep this bag with you, not in the moving truck!
6. Call in Reinforcements (or MHC Moving!)
If you’re truly in a bind, don’t hesitate to ask for help:
Friends & family – Even one extra set of hands makes a difference!
MHC Moving’s packing services – We can pack and move everything for you!
🚨 Pro Tip: If you’re running out of time, focus on getting everything boxed up—our movers can handle the rest.
Need Help with a Last-Minute Move in Lincoln? Call MHC Moving!
We’ve helped hundreds of Lincoln residents with last-minute moves, and we can help you too. Whether you need packing assistance, quick transport, or full-service moving, we’ve got you covered.
📞 (402) 853-7167
Let us take the stress out of your last-minute move—we’ll handle the heavy lifting! 🚛📦