Short-Distance Moving Tips
Changing schools because of a move is difficult. It’s even tougher to make that change partway through a school year. But if you’re a parent who has to move during the school year, take heart. Children will adjust; it might just take a little more effort on your part to help them through the transition. […]
Holiday moves are toughest on the kids, not you. Moving is hard. Moving with kids is even harder. But moving with children over the holidays — is there even a word for it? One that we can print on this site? Adults have to deal with the hard work of moving: the packing, the organizing, […]
When it comes to labeling boxes, you may think that there’s nothing more to it than busting out your trusty black permanent marker and making a few scribbles. But there’s actually a science to labeling moving boxes. Label your moving boxes in an organized way, and you can make move an easy and efficient endeavor […]
Dispute Settlement Program Before moving your household goods, interstate movers are required to provide you with information regarding their dispute settlement program. Movers must offer a neutral dispute settlement program as a means of settling disputes that may arise concerning loss or damage to your household goods. Loss or Damage to Goods If your goods […]
If you’re looking to save some money, you can opt to pack your own items to send with the movers. If you are new to packing and moving, read these packing tips to help you get started. Use Original Box Material If you can pack something in its original boxing material, do so. Appliances will […]
Before packing cartons, you’ll need to wrap most items to protect them from scratching and breakage. Available materials include bubble pack, foam peanuts, and tissue. However, like most professionals, Walsh uses bundles of clean, unprinted newsprint. How to Wrap Like a Pro Start by placing a small stack of paper on a flat, uncluttered table […]
“In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun!” That’s what Mary Poppins said to naughty children, and here we’ve applied that philosophy to the moving experience. Moving is never as fun as camping, but there are ways to make your life easier while it happens. So grab your squeezebox and […]
Rogue movers typically work like this: Without ever visiting your home or seeing the goods you want to be moved, they give a low-ball estimate over the phone or Internet. Once your goods are on their truck, they demand more money before they’ll deliver or unload them. They hold your goods hostage and force you […]
Follow these simple guidelines to keep your plates and flatware safe during your upcoming move. Dishpak cartons can be purchased at Walsh, they have double corrugated walls and include cells and dividers. If you do not want to use Dishpaks, you may choose a medium size box. Either way, line the box with an extra-large sheet of […]