As the holiday season begins and it’s time to unpack your festive décor, don’t let tangled lights and broken ornaments spoil your decorating game. Whether you're moving into a new home or simply trying to stay organized for next year, storing your holiday decorations properly can save time, space, and headaches.

How to Pack and Store Holiday Decorations Like a Pro

Here’s how the George Moving & Storage team recommends packing and storing your decorations.

1. Declutter Before You Pack

Before packing up everything, take a few minutes to sort:

  • Donate decorations you no longer use or love

  • Recycle broken lights or worn-out garlands

  • Label any sentimental items to ensure they get extra care

Pro Tip: If you’re planning a move soon, now’s the perfect time to lighten your load.

2. Use the Right Containers

Avoid throwing everything into random boxes. Instead:

  • Use clear plastic bins so you can see contents at a glance

  • Store fragile ornaments in sectioned containers or egg cartons

  • Wrap lights around cardboard or spools to avoid tangling

  • Use garment bags for artificial wreaths and hanging décor

3. Label Everything Clearly

Trust us: future-you will thank present-you.

  • Label bins by category: “Outdoor Lights,” “Tree Ornaments,” “Inflatables”

  • Use color-coded tape or stickers for even faster sorting next year

  • List contents on the outside of each box or bin

If you’re moving or using temporary storage, clear labeling keeps everything accessible.

4. Store in a Climate-Controlled Space

Holiday items—especially lights, candles, and delicate décor—don’t do well in humid attics or freezing garages.

That’s where we come in. George Moving & Storage offers climate-controlled storage units in Freedom, PA, ideal for:

  • Holiday décor

  • Seasonal furniture

  • Off-season inventory (for businesses)

5. Make Next Year’s Setup Easy

Want to make next year’s decorating faster? Try this:

  • Pack items by room or display area ("Front Porch Set," "Tree Only")

  • Keep a small box labeled “Open First” with tree skirt, remote-controlled lights, etc.

  • Snap photos of your holiday setups this year to recreate the look later

Need Help Moving or Storing Holiday Décor?

At George Moving & Storage, we help families and businesses across Pittsburgh, Eastern Ohio, and Western Pennsylvania with moving, storage, and logistics, even during the busy holiday season.

Whether you’re planning a move, preparing for guests, or clearing space, let our expert team help you finish the year organized.