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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

Humboldt Announces July 2017 “Stress ReMover” Award Winners

Humboldt Storage & Moving is proud to announce the recipients of our July 2017 “Stress ReMover” Awards. Congratulations to Michele Harris & Pat Casey. As part of our commitment to our brand – “Relax and Get Moving” – Humboldt seeks to honor employees who go above and beyond to reduce the stress of their coworkers and customers. Winners are nominated by other employees and are voted on by a committee. Michele's Nomination : “Michelle recently coordinated a very large, involved, and difficult move. The shipment was over 37,000lbs with many moving parts & Michele handled it all in stride. I was

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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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How to Protect Your Home From Rain Damage

Heavy rain causes major damage to homes nationwide every year. How do you protect your home from rain damage? Our resident Emergency Moving Expert, Joe Geary, offers up the following tips on preventing water from coming in, preparing for a rain emergency, protecting your belongings, and what to do in case of damages. If you’ve ever had the experience of having water in your home then you know the stress and inconvenience it can cause. In fact, “inconvenience” is most likely an understatement. In most cases, heavy rain is the culprit when it comes to water invading your home and

What Actions By Me Limit or Reduce My Mover’s Liability?

Do not make these costly mistakes. Your actions may limit or reduce your mover’s normal liability under the following three circumstances. If you include perishables, dangerous, or hazardous materials in your household goods without your mover’s knowledge. Here are 10 common non-allowable items that you will need to address prior to your pack and load dates. (10 Non Allowable Items) If you choose the alternative level of liability coverage (60 cents per lb per article) but ship household goods valued at more than 60 cents per lb per article. You fail to notify your mover in writing of articles

What Is Storage In Transit?

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 Storage in Transit? Storage in transit or "SIT" is the temporary / short term storage of your household goods in the warehouse of your mover while pending transportation at a later date. For more information about Humboldt's storage warehouse, visit : Humboldt's 135,000 ft. Storage Warehouse