Long-Distance Moving Tips
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 […]
Moving is never easy, no matter what the time of year, but if you keep a flexible schedule, and aren’t on a tight timeline, you should consider the following factors. If you’re being relocated for a job, these factors could be part of a negotiation deal with your employer. The Ideal Time to Move If […]
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 […]
Use this step-by-step guide to pack all your glasses, goblets, and cups to ensure they get to your new home in one piece. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: No set time How to Pack Glasses & Cups If you can’t find a divided box, the kind used to ship bottles (wine and liquor), then use a […]
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 […]
You’ve made the decision to move. Now you have to break the news to your family, knowing full well they may not cotton to the idea. So how should you handle the situation? Here’s simple advice to make the announcement easier for everyone involved, even Mom. Tell them early. As soon as the decision has […]