FreeserviceBoxes

If you are in the process ofserviceor if you are planning a move, you probably know how expensive boxes can be. You could probably spend several hundred dollars buying new boxes. Instead of buying new, check out these sources for freeserviceboxes.

Friends & Neighbors

You'd be surprised how many boxes you can get from friends. I probably have 20 boxes sitting in my attic right now. If you only get a couple of boxes each from half a dozen friends, you have 12 boxes.

Neighborhood Stores

If you frequent any small businesses, you should ask if they have any extra boxes. Chances are that they receive boxes all the time and probably just throw them away or recycle them. Ask your local doughnut shop, convenience store or even your veterinarian if they have any boxes. You'd be surprised you might walk out with a couple dozen for free.

Dumpsters

As a last resort, you can check dumpsters for boxes. Swing by a few and you might even find some free boxes just laying next to the trash bin, no dumpster diving required. I would recommend that you check the boxes carefully for insects before putting them into your car.