Finally, moving day has come to an end! It’s time to get your new place up and running. You may be wondering where to start. Here are some tips for what to do after moving day to make your transition go more smoothly: Unpack and organize your belongings right away; take the time to properly store items like clothing, books, …
Self-Storage or Mover’s Storage
There are times during a move when you need the calendar to stretch a little, or maybe a lot, to coordinate your date schedule. Self-storage units and mover’s storage offer an option to coordinate the move-out and move-in dates that best suit your plans. So, what are the pros and cons of those two storage options? We’re glad you asked! …
Simplify Your Move
Moving has the potential of being one of life’s most stressful events. It is exciting to move to a new apartment or to a new city and you don’t want to lose that excitement stressing over your move. Eliminating stress and anxiety are important factors for a healthy life and properly planning your move can keep you smiling all the …
Relocating to Remote Areas Across the Country
A hike in the woods in northern Maine or climbing a mountain trail in Montana are life experiences that call to many of us and become bucket list items, but for some, checking them off the list is not near enough. Less of a place to visit and more of a lifestyle decision, people are heading to the most beautiful, …
Dealing With the End of Summer Moving Rush
The busiest time of the year for moving is during the summer. The peak of the summer moving season is during August and September. Movers run out of crews, truck, and container rental companies run out of inventory, and self-storage units fill up as people are between homes. Do not panic. If you are getting ready to schedule your move …
What Are My Peak Season Moving Options?
This summer has been extraordinarily busy for moving. The number of American’s moving more than fifty miles is up significantly and finding resources is getting harder. As we go into the end of the summer, demand will be at its peak from the middle of August until the middle of September. For families with children, it is that last chance …
Where Can I Find Moving Boxes?
U-Haul Dealers, Schools, OfficeMax, the Liquor Store, your new neighbor down the street. What do they all have in common? Boxes. Sturdy boxes are essential for protecting your household décor and personal belongings when you move. Here are some tips and tricks to gathering boxes and making your move easier and safer. #1 New Boxes If you can buy new, …
How to Pack Like a Pro
Doing your own packing is a great way to get organized and save money on your move. Even if you plan to do the packing, there are some items that are best left for the movers to prepare. Large mirrors or pictures, glass tops, mattresses, and TVs are some of the items that you should consider having the movers pack …
Moving Industry Capacity –Plan Your Move Early!
Summertime is when everyone moves. Schools are out, the weather is nice(er) and because of that, 65% to 70% of Americans move between May 15th and September 15th every year. The summer of 2022 is quite different. This summer there are events creating demand for moving services that can directly impact your moving day. The Great Resignation is driving employees …
Do-It-Yourself Moving May Not Save Money This Year
There are many moving options when planning a cross country relocation, ranging from professional full service moving to total DIY relocation. Each service type has its own value and lets you participate in as much, or as little of your move as your budget requires. Do-It-Yourself anything typically saves money but interstate moving might be the exception to the rule …