How to ship boxes and parcels

By: Matthew

We talk a lot about how to send your belongings from one location to another when you want to move. Whatever you want to ship; a small box, a large box, or something else, we have the solution.

When you want to ship one or two boxes, Shipedi can help you send boxes cheaply, easily, and quickly.

In this article, you will find answers on how to ship boxes or parcels with online shipping services, transport companies and more.

How to pack your parcel for shipping

These days, transport companies can help you ship products all over Europe. To be sure that your belongings are safe during transport and will not be damaged, you must prepare your parcel for shipping. Here are some tips for you on how to package a parcel.

DoUse good quality boxes.

Don'tDon’t use damaged boxes or reuse old packaging.

DoUse packing materials to fill the empty spaces.

Don'tDon’t leave any blank spaces in the box.

DoDon’t pack fragile items with other non-fragile items.

Don'tDon’t pack fragile items with other non-fragile items.

DoUse quality tape to seal the packages.

Don'tDo not package them in other materials such as bags.

DoUse only one label with clear information. We recommend putting another label inside the box.

Don'tDon’t reuse old labels.

How to label a parcel

When you decide to ship your boxes with a courier, it is very important to pack your products safely. Labeling is very important because the couriers will handle your belongings according to any instructions and you can be sure your package will be safe.

Check with the courier service you have selected if it requires a handwritten label or a printed one. Make to to write the address and the contents of the box clearly.

Be sure the label is situated centrally on the parcel. It is also important that no tape is over the label so that it is easy to read.

Today is the day to ship your package.

We recommend that when the courier contacts you that he will come to collect your parcels, take some time to be sure he understands what packages are fragile and which are not. Give the courier all the information about your parcels and give him additional information if needed.


Get your free quote

That’s all the basics you need to know when it comes to how to ship boxes and parcels. When you’re ready, you can head to Get Quotes and choose a category. Simply fill in your information, publish it and wait for your shipping quotes to come flying in.

Professional transport companies will compete against each other for your job. This means that the price will be driven down as each company tries to win the job and you get the best possible deal!