Load the heaviest items first: a fridge or piano. Move them to the front of the truck, and equalize the weight. Use moving pads or blankets to cover furniture and prevent damage (pillows, comforters, towels and cushions make good padding, too). Break down what you can (bed frames, for example) and fit them in where there's space.
You want a snug fit so that things are held in place - but not so compacted that boxes get crushed and items damaged. If you're moving just boxes, start loading from the front of the truck to the back. Begin with a cornerstone. "It's the package that sets the depth and height of your wall, and it's a sturdy one," hesaid. "Maybe 18 to 24 inches wide, by 12 to 24 high. That package is usually touching the last wall, the end of the trailer, and that sets the depth."
Heavier and sturdier packages go on the bottom, lighter ones on top. Build at least three shelves of boxes, rather than one tall (and unstable) column. For anything stacked above chest level, use a small stepladder.
Designate a loader. Others assisting with the move can bring things out to the truck, but it works best if one person is inside fitting pieces together and acting as the team quarterback.
Use all the space, not only so things don't shift during transit, but also for efficiency purposes.
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