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Holiday Home Safety Tips

From the children all the way up to us adults, we pretty much have one thing on our minds during the holiday season - having fun! However, taking just a little time to think about safety around the home can go a long way in preventing a whole host of unwanted circumstances. Here are our "Holiday Home Safety Tips" that will hopefully put you at ease during this time of year. Weather If you live in New England then you know that one day, it can be 60 degrees out and the next day you can have snow on

What Is Exclusive Use?

Whether a local move or a long distance relocation, understanding “moving jargon” or moving industry specific terms can be confusing and stressful. We asked the Humboldt Experts to break down some of the most commonly used terms so you can “relax and get moving”. What is exclusive use? Upon request and subject to availability, the customer may request and the carrier may provide an exclusive unit for shipment. This means no other client's goods will be loaded onto the truck for hauling. The customer will have exclusive use of the truck for the duration of their transit. Transportation charges

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Fall Home Maintenance Tips

We know Summer has come to an end but you’re still not done trying to kick back and relax. We get it. You can still relax this Fall and we’ll give you a few tips for how to get back to your leisure time in short order after you get a few things done around the house. Fall is not only a great time to get work done around your home, sometimes it is absolutely necessary to keep your home from any damage in the coming months. If you live in the NorthEast, you know that Winter is coming

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Does My Mover Have To Provide An Inventory Of My Shipment?

Whether a local move or a long distance relocation, understanding “moving jargon” or moving industry specific terms can be confusing and stressful. We asked the Humboldt Experts to break down some of the most commonly used terms so you can “relax and get moving”. Does My Mover Have To Provide An Inventory Of My Shipment? Yes. Your mover must prepare an inventory of your shipment before or at the time of loading. If your mover's driver fails to prepare an inventory, you should write a detailed inventory of your shipment listing any damage or unusual wear to any items.

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Are You Ready To Weather The Next Big Storm?

Here at Humboldt Storage & Moving - you may think we just specialize in your typical residential and commercial moving. However, we also have an entire department of experts dedicated to emergency moving services. When it comes to emergencies in the home, having professionals by your side is one of the keys to easing the stress of unexpected disasters. Here are our tips to help you weather the next big storm. Food, Water and the Basics We all have seen the line at the store and the photos of the bread and milk shelves empty. It is because as humans we

What’s A Long Carry?

Whether a local move or a long distance relocation, understanding “moving jargon” or moving industry specific terms can be confusing and stressful. We asked the Humboldt Experts to break down some of the most commonly used terms so you can “relax and get moving”. What is a long carry? A long carry is a charge for carrying your goods excessive distances between the mover's vehicle and your residence. Charges for these services may be in addition to the linehaul charges.

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Don’t Sweat It! Summer Home Maintenance Tips

Summer is the time of the year most of us long for. If you live in the northeast then summer is always on your mind. Beaches, biking, hiking, outdoor activities and just hanging out on the deck grilling your dinner, all these activities say, summer is here! In addition to all that relaxing, summer is a great time to get a few things done around the house. We asked our Emergency Moving Expert, Joe Geary, to share what he thinks are the most important summer home maintenance tips. Gutters Summer is a great time to clean out those gutters

What’s The Maximum Amount My Mover Can Demand I Pay At Delivery?

Are you stressed over what you might owe your movers at delivery? Relax! The Humboldt Experts break it down for you here. On a binding estimate, the maximum amount is the exact estimate of the charges, plus the charges for any additional services you requested after the Bill of Lading was executed (charges therefore not included in the move estimate) and any charges for impracticable operations* (not to exceed 15% of all other charges due at delivery). Your mover must specify on the estimate, order for service, and Bill of Lading the form of payment acceptable for them (for example,

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How To Avoid Summer Fire Hazards

Summer is a great time to kick back, relax, take a few extra days off and enjoy family and friends. As we spend a lot of time outdoors, we also want to be safe as there are many activities during the summer that while very enjoyable and relaxing, can also potentially cause a fire hazard and damage to your home. Our Emergency Moving Expert, Joe Geary, has complied a short list of activities and tips to help make the rest of your summer is relaxing and safe along the way. Grilling Who doesn’t love grilling outdoors during the summer - it is

What Are My Options To Pay For My Move?

There are several different options for a domestic move, and even different options for a local move versus an interstate move. To help to provide you with the most accurate information, we have broken these down by move type. Interstate Moves On an interstate move, there are three different, acceptable forms of payment: The first option is payment using a credit card. At United Van Lines, we offer a web-based e-Acceptance option for signing the initial paperwork for your move. If you plan to pay for your move via a credit card, you can submit your payment information via

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