Ask The Humboldt Experts: I’ve Recently Moved. Can I Still Vote?
Yes; you can certainly vote after a recent move, but you may need to update your voter registration with your local election office. Does my voter registration move with me? No. If you move within your existing county, you must complete a new voter registration form to update your new address. If you move to a different county or state, you must re-register with your new county and/or state. To find this information, visit your state election office’s Web site. Do I also have to notify my former election office that I have moved? Requirements vary by state, but it
Do My Movers Have to Determine the Weight of My Shipment?
For interstate moves: generally, yes. If your mover transports your household goods on a non-binding estimate, your mover must determine the actual weight of the shipment in order to calculate its lawful tariff charge. If your mover provided a binding estimate and has loaded your shipment without claiming you have added additional items or services, the weight of the shipment will not affect the charges you will pay. Your mover must determine the weight of your shipment before requesting you pay for any charges dependent upon your shipment's weight. Most movers have a minimum weight charge for transporting a shipment. If
Ask the Humboldt Experts: Top 5 Tips for Packing Plates
Ask The Humboldt Experts : How Do I Wrap Plates For Moving? That's a common question we get all the time. Here are our top 5 tips when packing plates. Use plain, white, un-inked paper. Newsprint or other printed papers can rub off and damage your plates during your move and especially if they will be stored for any period of time. Plate paper between each plate to prevent scratching and build protection. Build a stack of 4-5 plates. Remember to place paper in between each layer. Wrap your plate stack in a final, outer layer of paper. Stack plates in a
How Can I Protect Myself From Rogue Movers?
Don't Fall Victim to "Rogue Movers" The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the primary agency charged with protecting interstate moving consumers. They keep tabs on criminal “rogue movers”. Rogue movers look to scam as well as take advantage of consumers. These scammers use different tactics and tips such as bait switch tactics to scam consumers out of thousands of dollars every single day. The Set Up: With the shuffle of planning, packing and preparation demanding your full attention, rogue operators will attempt to earn your trust with low pricing and inflated promises of professionalism. Rogue movers will
Should My Mover Write Up An Inventory of My Items?
Every day Humboldt Storage & Moving, Boston's oldest and most experience moving company, sets out moving families all over the world with one goal in mind: to ease the stress brought along by transition. We asked the Humboldt Experts : Should my mover write up an inventory of my items? 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. The purpose is to make
Ask The Experts: How to Research Moving Companies
Researching moving companies may seem like a very time consuming endeavor. However, you are looking for not only someone who will pack and move everything you own, but that you can trust with the belongings you have collected your entire life. This makes it very important to find a moving company you can count on to not only offer you a good deal, but who will take the time and effort to take the stress out of your move. That being said, no move is stress-free, and a good mover is not cheap, but the best movers in the country
Ask the Experts: What Should I Expect During a Summer Move?
The Summer months are getting underway, which means we are in the thick of the busiest moving season of the year. Here at Humboldt Storage & Moving, we know during the Summer - busy schedules, the heat, the kids out of school, strict move timelines, mover availability, and more - can make moving an even more stressful experience than it normally is. Our experts have put together the following tips so you can be prepared for your Summer move. Book Early! - During the Summer, chances are that most moving companies are stretched thin and are running on an extremely tight schedule. A good philosophy is to
Should I Hire a Moving Company to Pack?
When it comes to moving, one of the biggest challenges is packing your belongings. It’s a time consuming process, tedious, and difficult, but many people are probably hesitant to pay someone to pack for them. Maybe they wonder if they can trust strangers with their things, or maybe they’re just not sure it’s worth the price. On the other hand, paying the moving company to pack saves a lot of time, and certainly have more experience. It’s a big decision to make, one that affects many of your valuable or precious personal belongings. If you’re on the fence about paying
What is Valuation Coverage?
You’ve worked hard to furnish your home and you can count on Humboldt to handle your belongings with the utmost care and respect. By choosing to work with Humboldt you have already significantly reduced the risk of loss or damage. But if you would like additional peace of mind, Humboldt is pleased to offer Full-Value Coverage for added protection. The coverage is up to a value that you declare. For more information about moving valuation, please inquire with your relocation consultant or personal move coordinator. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-GhdAk9V5c&feature=youtu.be Note: The moving valuation option you select determines the basis upon which, if any,
Moving with Autism – After the Move
Moving With Autism Tip: Moving to a new home with a family member on the autism spectrum can be challenging but it's after the move that can be equally difficult. We've developed a number of tools to help. See what the experts say about coping after the move. Moving with Autism - After the Move
