Moving Tips, Advice & How-Tos
Moving your earthly possessions from one household to another is exhausting. After the move itself, you may find yourself slumped in your new living room, staring blankly at sealed boxes still full of stuff.
Unpacking is almost like a second move; you need time to organize and arrange the new house or apartment. It can take days, even weeks, and...
First, Do Your Research Are you contemplating a move to a new city but aren’t sure that moving is the right thing to do? It pays to do your research and ask around. Talk to people who have lived there, look up online resources, and read local newspapers or blogs to get a feel for […]
Moving is a pain no matter how you slice it. But if you go the DIY route and wrench your back wrestling a double-door fridge, that pain may stay with you for life to remind you of your dogged determination to save a few bucks. Lifting injuries are common. For someone inexperienced and untrained to […]
You have to move. Immediately. What next? Most people plan a move several months in advance. This gives them time to organize, clean their homes, and pack leisurely. But sometimes, a last-minute move can’t be avoided. Maybe you received an unexpected job offer in another state, and the boss wants you on-site in a week. […]
Hiring the right moving company is one of the bigger decisions you’ll ever face. Online reviews can help, but they don’t always tell the whole story. They can be bought or posted by trolls and unscrupulous competitors. And even if you do your research, there’s no guarantee that everything will go smoothly on moving day. […]
We always take special care of fragile collectibles when we’re moving. We secure furniture with extra padding and label boxes to ensure things don’t get lost or misplaced. But we sometimes forget about electronics. Most household electronics are durable enough for everyday use; moving is another story. It doesn’t take much to scratch or crack […]
Most moving companies can’t transport the following items by federal law and internal policy. If you’re caught trying to move them by moving truck, you and the moving company could be subject to fines or other penalties. If you must move these items, please do so by car. Hazardous Materials Things that are flammable, corrosive, […]
Moving Boxes Vs Shipping Boxes: Is There a Difference? Yes, there is a difference! Shipping boxes are often free — you may already have a few lying about the house, or you may be planning a night of dumpster diving behind the local office supply store. All kidding aside, most moving boxes don’t differ much […]
Moving is a daunting task for most people. They have stuff crammed into closets, stashed in spare rooms, and hidden in the crannies of the cupboards — things that have collected over the years like dust bunnies. Where to begin? Pack the Things You Don’t Need First Start by packing the things you don’t use […]
These tips will help you navigate the potential pitfalls of moving. There are so many things to consider! Here, we’ll cut to the chase and list only the important stuff. Planning Your Move Start early Almost everyone has more than they think they do, and almost no one leaves enough time to pack it. The […]
Wrapping How Tos Before packing cartons, you’ll need to wrap most items to protect them from scratching and breakage. There are a variety of materials available, including bubble pack, foam peanuts, and tissue. However, most professionals use bundles of clean, unprinted newsprint. Start by placing a small stack of paper on a flat, uncluttered table […]
Start Packing the Right Way Before you decide to do your packing yourself, consider the responsibilities. Sure, it takes time and energy to get the job done right, but doing it yourself can be a real money-saver, even if you’re paying a mover to load the truck. For example, if you’ve hired a professional mover, […]
Follow the advice below to ensure your fragile china, glassware, pictures, and lamps arrive intact at your new address. Call us if you have any questions, or have our professionals do the packing for you. China & Glassware We recommend dish pack boxes. Wrap all china and glassware individually in several sheets of packing paper. […]
We all know moving into a new home can be stressful, but so can a move into a storage unit. Make sure that everything is safely packed, and has enough room to stay intact, but close enough to where you can fit everything in one place. Here are tips on how to pack your things, […]
Packing the garage and storage shed for moving can be a little more time-consuming than you first think. These areas are usually filled with an odd mix of stuff, from lawnmowers to weed whackers to racks and hoes and your Aunt Georgina’s collection of garden gnomes. They also hold items that can be harmful if […]
Moving — we’ve all experienced it at least once in our lives. It’s a time-consuming process that has the potential to create a lot of unwanted stress. Here are a few tips for dealing with the stress that can arise when moving. Take Time to Prepare Because residential moving can be time-consuming, you should allocate […]
As a book lover, you’re rightfully worried about how to protect your precious volumes on your upcoming move. After all, you’ve heard the horror stories about torn pages, damaged covers, and other traumatic problems. It helps to know that you can avoid these issues, prevent an anxiety attack, and arrive at your destination with your […]
In the rush of moving to a new home, you may feel too overwhelmed to remember some essential things when moving. That’s understandable since moves are known for their ability to create a high degree of stress. In a best-case scenario, you won’t feel too overwhelmed to remember to bring everything you need. However, as […]