10 Uses for a Ready-To-Go Box®

If you’ve ever finished packing and wondered what to do with boxes after a move, you’re not alone. Cardboard boxes are often a one-time solution that creates extra work once the move is over. Ready-To-Go Boxes by U-Haul ® offers a flexible alternative.  

Instead of buying boxes you may only use once, you can rent reusable moving boxes at any U-Haul location when you need them, with the ability to extend and return them when you’re done. These plastic moving boxes are ready to use right away, so they can fit into a wide range of everyday situations, beyond moving day. Here are 10 practical ways people use Ready-To-Go Boxes to make packing, organizing, and transporting items easier. 

1. Last-Minute Moving Needs

When moving plans change or packing takes longer than expected, it’s common to run short on boxes. Ready-To-Go Boxes are easy to add at the last minute because they’re pre-assembled and require no additional supplies, such as tape or a box cutter. Simply pick them up, pack what’s left, and keep your move on schedule without scrambling for supplies. 

2. Apartment or Dorm Cleanouts

Cleaning out an apartment or dorm often means working in tight spaces and making quick trips in elevators or stairwells. With built-in handles and a sturdy base, Ready-To-Go Boxes help keep everything contained and are easy to carry, helping you stay organized when space is tight. 

3. Storage During Home Renovations

Home projects don’t always require long-term storage. Sometimes you just need a place to put things for a few days or weeks. Ready-To-Go Boxes are useful for keeping items out of the way while painting, replacing floors, rearranging rooms, and more.  Return them when you are finished, with the option to extend as plans change. 

4. Small Business or Office Use

Whether you’re reorganizing your office or moving work supplies to a new space, Ready-To-Go Boxes provide a simple way to pack and transport files, equipment, or materials without having to buy and store boxes you may not use again. 

5. College Move-in and Move Out

College moves  are fast-paced and leave students with little room for storing boxes. You can use Ready-To-Go Boxes for moving books, clothes, and dorm essentials during move-in, move-out, or between semesters, then return the boxes instead of storing them. 

6. Everyday Storage and Organization

Some items don’t have a permanent home but still need to stay organized, like seasonal clothing, paperwork, or household extras. Ready-To-Go Boxes offer a temporary storage solution that keeps items organized without adding clutter once you’re done using them. 

7. In-Between Moves

When move-out and move-in dates don’t line up, it helps to keep a few essential items separate and easy to access. Ready-To-Go Boxes are often used to hold everyday necessities during short gaps between homes.  

8. Multi-Trip Moves

Not every move happens all at once. If you’re making several trips with a smaller vehicle, use Ready-To-Go Boxes to make the process easier. Pack once, load efficiently, unload, and repeat, without worrying about boxes breaking down mid-move. 

9. Eco-FriendlyPacking 

Many movers want more sustainable options when it comes to packing. Using reusable moving boxes like Ready-To-Go Boxes reduces the need for single-use cardboard and fits easily into an existing moving plan without extra steps or planning. 

10. Decluttering and Donations 

When it’s time to declutter, Ready-To-Go Boxes® makes it easy to gather items headed for donation, storage, or resale. Pack everything in one place, drop items off, and return the boxes when you’re done, with no extra cleanup required. 

Rent a Ready-To-Go Box online or at your local U-Haul location to make your move more sustainable and organized