Glassware and dishes
Wrap each piece individually in packing paper rather than newsprint, which can transfer ink onto light-colored dishes. Stand plates on their edge in the box rather than stacking them flat, since edge-packed dishes handle bumps better.
A dish barrel with a cell divider insert is worth the extra cost for anything you truly cannot replace, especially on a longer trip where the box spends more time on the road.
Electronics
Photograph the back of a television or a computer setup before disconnecting anything, so you know exactly which cable went where. Bag each cable and label it, then tape the bag to the item it belongs to rather than tossing everything into one box.
Original boxes are ideal if you kept them, but a snug fit with padding on every side works nearly as well.
Artwork and mirrors
Use a proper picture or mirror carton rather than wrapping a frame in a blanket and hoping for the best. Tape an X across glass with painter's tape so it holds together if it does crack, rather than scattering shards.
Load framed pieces on their edge, never flat, since flat stacking puts pressure straight through the glass.
What we recommend carrying yourself
Jewelry, important documents, medications, and anything irreplaceable with sentimental value are usually best kept in your own car rather than on the truck, simply for peace of mind rather than any real risk.
If you are unsure whether something counts as fragile, ask during the walk-through. We would rather answer the question than have you guess.
Boxes matter as much as wrapping
Even perfectly wrapped items can crack if the box itself is weak or overfilled. Fill every box to the top so nothing shifts inside, using paper as filler rather than leaving empty space at the corners.
Give the box a gentle shake before taping it closed. If you hear things shifting around inside, open it back up and add more paper.