Moving Tips, Advice & How-Tos
Moving is a stressful event, even when you’re moving into a bigger and better place.
The excitement of a positive change can be overshadowed by the daunting task of packing all your belongings, doing without them for a while, and fretting that they may not arrive at the new address intact.
But with some planning and the right approach, you...
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. […]
Whether you’re moving, decluttering, or need a place for your excess belongings (i.e., Halloween decorations), knowing how to pack for storage is the key to preventing damage. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach; it depends on the items you’re storing, what type of storage you’ll use, and how long your possessions will be stored. This blog offers […]
Packing was a breeze when you had two shirts to your name. But now those two shirts have multiplied to a closetful, along with dozens of shoes, socks, and trousers you’ve picked up the way. And those are just the wearables. The garage is full to bursting with everything from lawnmowers to weed whackers to […]
“I just love moving” — said no one, ever. Moving is a headache. A pain. A drain on your time and energy. A major stressor in your life. It’s also one of life’s necessities. The average American moves 11.7 times from infancy to old age. That’s a lot of wear and tear on the nervous […]
If you’re an avid reader, packing your book collection can be daunting. Books are heavy They’re prone to damage if handled incorrectly They accumulate much faster than you realize They may have sentimental value They may have collector’s value worth hundreds of dollars In your carefree college years, packing was easy. You threw all 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 […]
Moving is a mix of excitement and dread. It takes time, effort, and planning — mostly time and effort. You have to sort, pack, organize, say goodbye to accumulated junk, and ensure nothing worthwhile gets lost in the chaos. A sound labeling system can help you deal with that chaos. Here’s why clearly labeling your […]
Are you moving, or have you outgrown your home, office, or apartment and no longer have room for all the furniture you’ve collected? Temporary storage may be your best option. Proper preparation and packing are the keys to ensure your furniture retains its condition until you’re ready to bring it back into the home or […]
A few weeks or months from now, you plan to move your household from one location to another. In the past, you might not have considered the environmental impact of moving. But now you wonder about how you can make the process as eco-conscious as possible. Fortunately, you have a range of options that will […]
The sofa doesn’t fit in your new living room as you imagined it would. There’s no space for the coffee table, and the armchairs have no clear line of sight to the TV.
You could have avoided the problem with a few careful measurements in advance.
You’re getting ready to move to a new home across town, across the state or across the country. To simplify this challenging process, you’ve hired professional movers who know how to get the job done. But even after you take this important step, things can still go wrong. Fortunately, you can avoid common mishaps by […]
The comfort of our furry friends means a lot to us. When moving, it can be stressful for the whole household. Most of the anxiety, however, may resign in your pet. You’re packing up boxes, and moving everything around! Dogs and cats can sense not only your stress, but the disturbance that is happening in […]
You’ve officially moved into a fantastic new neighborhood. Congratulations! But now what? There are many ways to introduce yourself to a community of people. It’s not just about knocking on doors (though, that works too!), it’s about genuinely connecting with the locals. Here are some thoughtful and fun ways to dive into your new neighborhood: […]
Moving means a lot of packing. However, there is a bright side to this tedious, time-consuming task. Although you’ll have to go through every single item you own, you’ll also have the chance to clear out unessential things that will take up space in your new apartment or home without offering any benefits. That way, […]
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, […]
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