Professional packing is $40/hour per packer — and all boxes and materials are included in that rate. No hidden material charges, nothing extra to buy. A studio or one-bedroom typically takes 2–3 hours with one packer. A 3–4 bedroom home may take 4–6 hours with two packers. We give you a firm estimate before we start so you know the total cost upfront. Call or text (858) 888-9407 for a free estimate on your specific home size.

Yes — everything is included in the $40/hr rate. We bring professional-grade moving boxes (small, medium, large, and extra-large), packing paper, bubble wrap, foam wrap, tape, wardrobe boxes, dish packs, and specialty materials for fragile items. You don't need to buy a single thing before we arrive. This is one of the biggest advantages of professional packing — no guessing how many boxes you need or what type.

We recommend booking packing 1–3 days before your moving date. This gives us time to pack carefully, label everything properly, and stage boxes near the exit so your moving crew loads efficiently. For larger homes (3+ bedrooms), booking 2–3 days out is ideal. Same-day emergency packing is available in North County for urgent situations — call (858) 888-9407 and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

Absolutely — partial packing is one of our most popular options. Many customers handle the easy rooms themselves and hire us for the kitchen (the most time-consuming), fragile items, or the garage. You tell us which rooms or items you want packed and we handle exactly that. Partial packing starts with the same $40/hr rate and all materials are still included for the areas we cover.

Yes — fragile and specialty item packing is something we take seriously. China and glassware get individually wrapped in packing paper and packed in dish-pack boxes with cell dividers. Artwork and mirrors get corner protectors and flat boxes. Antiques and collectibles are wrapped in foam and double-boxed when necessary. TVs get specialty TV boxes. If you have particularly high-value items, let us know during the estimate so we can bring the right materials.

Yes — unpacking and box removal is offered as a standalone service or as an add-on to any move. We can unpack on moving day while the movers are finishing up, or we can come back the next day after you've had a chance to settle in. We unpack, place items where you direct, break down all boxes, and haul everything away. Same $40/hr rate, all box removal included.

Studio / 1 bedroom: 2–3 hours with 1 packer. 2 bedrooms: 3–4 hours with 1–2 packers. 3–4 bedrooms: 5–7 hours with 2 packers. Larger homes: estimated after a walkthrough or detailed phone consult. These are general estimates — heavily furnished homes or homes with lots of fragile items take longer. We give you a firm time and cost estimate before we begin so there are no surprises.

Yes — and it's the most efficient way to do it. When you book packing alongside a Ray's moving service, we coordinate the dates so packing happens 1–2 days before moving day. Your moving crew arrives to a home that's fully boxed, labeled, and staged — they load faster, you pay less for moving time, and everything arrives at your new home organized. Ask for a bundled quote when you call.

Yes — every box gets labeled with the destination room and a brief description of contents (e.g. "Kitchen — pots & pans" or "Master Bedroom — linens"). We can also use a color-coded system if you prefer. Good labeling is what separates a smooth move from a chaotic one — your movers know exactly where each box goes, and unpacking is infinitely easier when you don't have to open every box to find what you need.

We serve all of San Diego County for packing services. Fastest scheduling is in our North County priority areas — Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Escondido, San Marcos, Encinitas, and Carlsbad. We also serve coastal communities (Del Mar, La Jolla, Pacific Beach), central San Diego (Downtown, Mission Valley, Hillcrest, Kearny Mesa), and East County (Santee, El Cajon, La Mesa). Call or text (858) 888-9407 to confirm availability for your location and moving date.