by Author | Jul 11, 2022 | Long Distance Move |
A lot of residents are used to driving to where they need to go. That said, even seasoned drivers run into complications when traveling long-distance. Since commuting long distances is often a little chaotic itself, moving one’s life across a long-distance can certainly pose some unforeseen challenges. Therefore, it is key to plan for such a move beforehand, which includes learning some effective ways of simplifying the process. One of the best ways to simplify a move is to hire a professional moving company to help make sure the move goes smoothly and that the stressful burden of coordinating a long-distance move isn’t all on you. In this article, we’ll go over five of the most helpful tips for having a smooth long-distance move. 1. Downsize as Much as Possible The cost of moving is often heavily based upon the amount and weight of the total belongings being transported by the moving company; therefore, it makes sense to get rid of whatever you don’t need before the move to avoid any unnecessary costs. You can do this by: Having a garage sale Donating items that you no longer use, that you haven’t used within the past year, or that do not bring you joy Selling items online, at flea markets, or swap meets 2. Keep a To-Do List Staying organized and on-task in preparing for a long-distance move is often extremely difficult for most people – there is a lot to consider and plan for to ensure things go smoothly. Here are a few more tips to help keep you organized: Organize a to-do list in order of urgency...
by Author | Jul 10, 2022 | Moving Tips |
Moving is a huge undertaking; it requires a lot of pre-planning and research beforehand in order to make sure the move goes well. Movers who do not plan end up suffering in the end, so it is in your best interest to look into all of your options ahead of time, and never wait till the last minute to figure out a plan. A lot of movers don’t realize that moving and storage go hand-in-hand; renting a self-storage unit for a period of time is one way to help relieve some stress during a move, and is an efficient way to hold belongings that you are unsure what to do with. There are wide ranges of options when it comes to storage units, but what you end up deciding upon will rest heavily on what your specific needs are during the time of the move. By renting a storage unit, you may be saving yourself time and money in the long run. Sometimes moving dates aren’t always convenient for everyone—they often don’t coincide with rental agreements and wind up creating issues for movers. By renting a storage unit, you can have someplace to keep your items instead of spending another month’s rent. How you go about renting a unit is determined by necessity. 1. Make a list of all your items When you decide to go for a storage unit, you will first need to make a list of all the items you want to store in there. Usually it helps to think of all the bigger items first, and then the smaller ones later because smaller items can...
by Author | Jun 26, 2022 | Long Distance Move |
What makes a good moving company? If you’ve never hired a professional moving company before, then chances are you have no idea where to begin looking when you need to hire a moving company for your long distance move. Moving locally is one thing, but moving long distances presents challenges and difficulties that are often unforeseen or overlooked by movers. It’s important to find a moving company that is not only reliable and trustworthy, but who is accommodating and helpful to you personally. One of the best ways to determine whether a moving company is good at their job or not is to ask others who have used their services before. However, keep an open mind and make informed decisions based on your own experiences—what is best for you may not be what’s best for others. In this article, we’ll go over what you should look for specifically in a long distance moving company and how you can make your long distance move as simple and smooth as possible. What to look for in a long distance moving company It’s true—all good moving companies have a few things in common besides just excellent customer service. Here’s a short list of some of the qualities you should look for in a long distance moving company in particular: Years of experience and expertise You don’t want to be the guinea pig for a new moving company that hasn’t yet established themselves in your area. Find a moving company with extensive experience and expertise so that they can help you, not the other way around! Licensure and insurance The company should be...
by Author | Jun 24, 2022 | Cross Country Moving |
Moving in general is classified as one of the more stressful events in an individual’s life. Now, add a large family to that equation, pets, other life stressors, and a cross-country move, and you’ve got a recipe for extreme stress. Moving cross-country doesn’t have to be as scary and burdensome as it seems. With the right help, a cross-country move can be a simple, seamless transition. If you’re going to be moving across the country in the near future, it is likely you’ve already begun to stress about the details. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the ways that a cross-country move can be simplified with the help of an experienced, professional moving company. Don’t Worry About the Logistics There is a lot to consider when it comes to any move, let alone a cross-country move. Here are some of the logistics that a moving company can help with: Specialty Moves – Additional insurance and logistical factors like moving heavy items are important considerations with any move. Moving priceless items such as family heirlooms, expensive antiques, or large pianos doesn’t have to make your move more complicated. Professional moving companies aren’t all skilled in dealing with these unique circumstances, but with an experienced moving company, these details can be taken care of rather easily. Mapping Your Move – Leave the planning to the moving company. Driving across the country let alone moving your entire life and all of your belongings across the country is enough pressure to deal with – you don’t need the added stress of making sure your valuables arrive in at the right location in...
by Author | Jun 20, 2022 | Film Industry Moving |
Looking for the right moving company can be a challenge—especially if you’re trying to find a reputable, trustworthy moving company that is also experienced in specific tasks you’ll need them to complete. For instance, if you were hiring a professional moving company to help you move a grand piano, you’d want to know a little bit about their level of expertise, past experiences moving pianos, and how they can help keep your piano well-protected for the long haul. The same goes for moving in the film industry. The film industry requires frequent moving of set pieces, filming equipment, lighting and sound equipment…sound expensive? Well, all of that equipment, furniture, and so on are often high-quality and worth lots of money, so hiring the right film industry movers for the job is a critical step to ensure your film industry move goes smoothly and successfully. In this article, we’ll go over some tips for those of you who are looking for a moving company to help move expensive equipment such as these. Factors to Consider Before Hiring Movers Once again, it’s important that you take the proper precautions and perform adequate research before hiring a moving company to entrust with your expensive filming and audio equipment or high quality set pieces. These are the most salient factors to consider before you hire movers to handle this precarious job: Level of Experience This is one of the most important qualities of any moving company, let alone one that will be handling such important equipment and items. The moving company should have plenty of experience deconstructing pieces and/or protecting delicate items from...
by Author | Jun 19, 2022 | Office Moving |
You are not alone if relocating to a new office has you feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Along with the regular frustrations involved with any type of moving, office relocation can additionally interrupt your business operations and affect your bottom-line. Regardless of whether your new office space will be down the street or across several state lines from your current location, failing to properly plan the relocation can snowball into a messy situation for you, your clients, and your employees. In this article, we have outlined ways for you to smooth out the rough edges often associated with office moving. Plan Everything Out Ahead of Time Thorough planning early-on is essential for a smooth office move. This is not going to be completed during a one-night session. Allow yourself a period of several months to develop and revise a clear, written plan. You should include the following aspects of moving into your plan: Layout Choose where everything will go allows you to visualize and plan accordingly, in terms of purchasing new equipment and furniture. Design Make a simple floor plan for the movers and employees, to ensure that all parties know exactly where you expect everything to go. Categorizing Label items before the move through a simple system of color-coding, from high priority to low. This will allow everyone to know what order items should be moved. By having clearly designated priority and non-priority items marked, you can decrease the amount of business downtime. Reduce Stress Before the Office Move Whether you are excited or not about your new office space and location, you want to make the moving process...
by Author | Jun 16, 2022 | Interstate Move |
Moving is a unique experience, no matter where you’re moving to. However, it’s fair to say that moving down the street and moving to a new state pose two very different scenarios to think through. There are many particular considerations when it comes to an interstate move, and it’s important to really dedicate time to organizing yourself before attempting to accomplish such a huge task. One thing is certain: an interstate move can be very difficult without some basic help and guidelines. In this article, we’ll go over some basic tips to help you handle the unique challenges associated with an interstate move so that you can be set up for success. Nailing down your new location One of the first initial challenges in any interstate move is nailing down a location. If you don’t have the luxury of seeing the place you’re moving to, it can present quite an issue. You’ll want to know more about the location you’re re-locating to, including details about the space you’re going to try to fit your belongings in. Here’s some food for thought: Take measurements if you can. Think about particular logistics of moving furniture into the space. Make sure you have somewhere to load/unload belongings. Become familiar with the location, including nearby restaurants, grocery stores, and gas stations. Making necessary changes to personal information Changing your mailing address isn’t the only thing you’ll need to do: Forward mail to new address in case changes don’t update right away. Inform your loved ones and important people in your life of your new address and phone number. Update your drivers’ license and...
by Author | Jun 13, 2022 | Moving Tips |
Moving is one of the number one stress-causing events in an individuals life. If you’ve moved even once, then you know just how stressful it can be. Besides moving all of your belongings smoothly from one location to the next, the cost of moving alone can be a total hassle and quite easily expensive. Of course moving isn’t all bad; moving brings both benefits and challenges. However, we don’t all know how to successfully get through a move—especially on a limited budget. In this article, we’ll go over a few things you can do in preparation for your move that will help make the move go more smoothly and will also help you save tons of money in the process. Moving doesn’t have to be the hassle it’s made out to be—just plan ahead! Take your time packing It is awfully tempting to rush through the packing process—especially when you’ve gotten halfway through and realize you still haven’t finished the most challenging rooms yet! Taking your time packing will help you relax throughout the process, biting off one little chunk at a time. Take the time to plan what rooms you’ll pack each day, take careful inventory of what you’re packing and where, and beyond all else, pack carefully! When you take your time packing, things are less likely to become broken, misplaced, or discarded. You might even find a few things to give away or sell, which can significantly lighten the moving load and cost. Use free packing materials Packing materials can be expensive, depending on where you get them. Some moving companies provide their local movers with...
by Author | Jun 7, 2022 | Nationwide Move |
Nationwide moves are unique in that they require movers to really think ahead and plan their move efficiently. This is not always an easy task, depending on your level of organizational skill and multitasking. Hiring a professional moving company is one way to help keep your move on-track and organized, as well as significantly reduce the potential for problems along the way. Santa Clarita residents are used to long commutes; however, moving nationwide is an entirely new undertaking that professional movers in the area can help with. In this article, we’ll cover some of the basic complexities that Santa Clarita residents tend to run into during their nationwide moves, and some helpful tips for how to overcome some of these tasks that can frequently pose major obstacles to a successful move. Planning Your Budget – Budget planning is one of the most frequently complained-about topics when it comes to nationwide moves. It is often the case that you’ll need to plan to stay in a hotel overnight, or for several nights, along the journey. You’ll also want to consider the cost of food, the cost of professional services, and other expenses when planning your budget. It might not be the most fun you’ve ever had, but you’ll be glad you took the time to plan your budget when you still have money in your savings account after your nationwide move. Staying Organized and Efficient – Another difficulty that nationwide movers face is remaining organized and efficient throughout the entire process from start to finish. This is a daunting responsibility for many movers, but it’s worth it in the end....
by Author | Jun 2, 2022 | Gun Safe Moving |
You have to find reliable friends who can help you with the heavy lifting along with a dependable moving company for your necessary supplies. From bubble wrapping your plates to figuring out what’s coming or going, the process is overwhelming. However, there’s another aspect of moving that only a certain population of individuals think about: relocating a gun safe. While you may assume this activity is simple, you may be surprised to learn that it can be quite difficult. Think about it this way: your safe is probably one of the heaviest items in your home. Although you have strong friends or people helping you, you still need to understand the most effective ways to relocate this item without causing injury. In addition, relocating a gun comes with its own security threat. You have to make sure it is safe and secure throughout the moving process so as not to cause harm. If you’re going through the moving process with a gun safe, let’s consider these helpful tips and tricks to make this task easier. By the end, you’ll have the tools needed to handle this task with care. You can also use professional gun safe movers, so you don’t have to worry about this yourself. 1. Relocate Heavy Items The sole purpose of having a safe is to keep your prized possessions protected from others. Normally, one would never willingly take items out of a safe when you know potential strangers may be in and out of your home. However, you need to make your safe as light as possible for the upcoming move, this includes ammunition and...
