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You have probably packed your clothes a hundred times for traveling and maybe a couple of times for moving. If you have, you should know the difference. You can’t put your winter coat away thinking: “Oh, I’m not going to need it in the nearest couple of weeks!” But, you still have to consider putting some items away, donate or just toss them to be able to move smoothly and successfully.You are just about to make way too many non-sentimental decisions as for your wardrobe is concerned. And those are the decisions you’ll have to make on your own, the rest can be done by a packing or moving company. One rule that will help you here: if you have not put a thing on for half a year (a year for seasonal clothes) it is time to get rid of it! Sorry, good old blue jeans from high school 🙁 We pack ONLY what we wear! And we pack up ONLY the way it stays safe during the move.If you are on a tight budget or there is any other reason you choose to pack your move yourself, a non-less important issue is to choose the material you’d choose for packing. Some gentle items require special wardrobe boxes or waterproof cases, other things like hats, shoes, or accessories have to be packed safely to avoid jamming or breakage. Therefore we recommend that you take note of several important packaging rules and learn what packaging materials are best to use if you opt for DIY packing.
20 February, 2019 /
When moving cross-country or long-distance, packing the whole house is not the end of the story. As if sorting out, labeling, arranging packing, and removal wasn’t enough, by the end of this one-step-from-a-nightmare event you suddenly realize there is still a garage to pack! People often forget about forthcoming garage packing or leave it till the very last moment trying to avoid this unpleasant and complicated task as much as they can. Without any exaggeration, the garage, full of unknown tools and unpredictable equipment is the space that we dread packing. Not only we are unaware if we are going to need all this stuff at our new place, but we also hesitate to apply house-packing materials to pack the garage tools and gear. Take a deep breath and follow our tips for the smartest way to pack up your garage for moving. 
06 January, 2019 /
 The holiday season is a common time to move, and for us, it’s our busiest time of year. For families moving during the Christmas holidays it is the perfect time to avoid a mid-year school change. The downside of moving over the Christmas holidays is that it’s combining two intense events into one relatively short period of time. The good news is that with professional movers on your side and a clear plan of action, your interstate move and all packing should go off without a hitch.When you are getting ready to move some common considerations may worry you, and yet sometimes you forget about the simplest things until it is too late. When it relates to moving and packing, especially with fragile items, a simple mistake can be costly. In an effort to help you keep all of your precious items like Christmas decorations intact, here are a few moving and packing tips for those that require a bit more care. 
01 December, 2018 /
Packing up and moving house is an unforgettable experience, but at the same time, it can also turn into a stressful one. We want to make boxing and unboxing your items as painless as possible. These extremely useful hacks will reduce the stress and expense of packing for moving. To fit every item into your rental truck, may at first seem like a bit of a puzzle, but there are some general tips like, not leaving everything for the last minute, start packing beforehand or make sure you have plenty of packing tape in stock. These extremely useful hacks will minimize the stress and expense of packing a moving truck for moving.
26 November, 2018 /
You finally got that great job offer and the company is paying to move you cross-country. Negotiating a package when changing a job is a must-know. You may think that you will need to prepare a budget for your move as well but the secret is that many firms back up their employees with the formal relocation transfer and even package. Here’s what you need to know about what to negotiate when relocating a job and how to do that. Below is a list of things that companies might include to overcome these inconveniences. Of course, the basics start with a moving truck, but you might be surprised by some of the other things. These are possible options of what companies may offer. Contact your HR department for details. Your particular relocation package must include:
12 November, 2018 /
 Moving to a new home is an expensive affair. It might get even more expensive if you have to keep your belongings stored before settling into a new house. In that case, you need to make sure your things are properly kept in a storage facility. Hopefully, you don’t have to repair your new place of residence after the previous tenant and will be able to move right in. The statistics show the greatest damage that can be done to the hose during the move is floor damage. It is also the longest to be fixed, and among the first reasons why people cannot move right into their new house. Damaged floors due to an incorrect or unsafe moving of heavy furniture will only be an additional waste of money for your family budget. Try to avoid costly property damage during your move.
09 November, 2018 /
The earlier ahead we plan our move the better. Everyone knows that. But not always you have this perfect period of six to eight weeks to plan, negotiate and pack your move. If you’re moving out in a hurry, there’s only one way to survive this last-minute move – excellent organization and effective packing. After all, your money, time, and nerves will be at risk during the short period you have until the moving van parks in front of your house or apartment. And when the three moving factors above are throwing a party together, another one usually finds its way to join – Ms. Moving Panic. But don’t worry, we’re there for you and have prepared a list of quick-moving tips so that you can get completely ready for the big day as fast as possible and, what is more valuable, with minimum effort? This article reveals packing tips for moving in a hurry.
07 November, 2018 /
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