If you catch yourself staring quizzically at the endless piles of freshly delivered cardboard boxes, then you must be fully aware that you’re already in your new home and the most difficult part of your cross country move is now over. The excitement that you have finally crossed the finish line with flying colors and […]
Americans are constantly on the move. Each year, about 36 million people move within the United States—across town, across the state or across the country. The average household goods shipment weighs 7,935 pounds—almost four tons! About a third of all moves are handled by a professional moving company, and the good news is, the vast […]
Hiring a moving company makes any large move easier. Whether you’re moving your family across the country, relocating for a new job, or buying and moving into your first apartment, having the extra help available is always handy. Although moving companies will move almost anything, there are still a few items that may be considered […]
Moving can be difficult if you don’t plan ahead and choose the right mover. Here are a few tips you may want to consider when shopping for a mover. Make an educated choice! References Before choosing a mover, it is important to verify the good standing and valid licensing of any moving company. We urge […]
During the busy summer moving season, it’s important that consumers act fast to schedule their professional move. Almost a third of all moves take place in the summer, peaking in June, according to the U.S. Census. The busiest times are often near the end of the month and on weekends.Scheduling your move mid-month or mid-week […]
Moving is a stressful time, but it is also a great opportunity to lighten your load, both figuratively and mentally. While you are cleaning your closets and donating or discarding used clothing and belongings, why not take a look at your financial closet and dispose of paperwork. According to the IRS, in most cases, you […]
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 12 percent of Americans move to new homes every year, with 3 million moves from one state to another and 800,000 of those moves handled by a professional mover. As the nation kicks off National Moving Month to start the busy summer moving season, here are five tips to […]
Prepare for Success Keep all cleaning supplies that you will need out of your moving boxes. These may include: Windex / glass cleaner Magic erasers Cleaning spray/wipes Shower cleaner Floor cleaner / mop / vacuum Duster Trash bags Step ladder Cleaning rags/paper towels Any specialty cleaners for counters / appliances / chrome / etc. Cleaning […]
Finding the right moving company for your commercial or residential move is vital to whether or not your relocation goes well. While a do-it-yourself move is an option, getting help from a reputable moving company means that you’ll get someone with experience making sure that your move is completed efficiently. If you want confidence in […]
While it’s certainly possible to pack up and move your belongings on your own, there are some items that require extra attention. Some of your belongings may need more care while others shouldn’t be moved at all. To take the guesswork out of knowing which items you can tackle yourself and which require more expertise, […]