How moving companies save you time
Moving is a big job and if you have ever moved to a new home, there is no doubt in your mind that you'll need to spend countless hours getting ready for the relocation. But it doesn't have to be endless hours on your part if you use the right moving company. Moving companies exist for many reasons as you might imagine but one of the main reasons is that they save you tremendous amounts of time. If you've ever tried to move yourself and ask all your buddies to chip in, you know just how much is involved when
How to protect TV’s, computers and other technology during a move to a new home
We are often asked about what to pack, what not to pack, and items that need even extra packing for an upcoming move. Many of those questions revolve around technology. Since our lives depend on it now, it makes perfect sense you would have a whole host of different devices around the home. Those can include computers, video games, televisions and even personal technology devices. Here are some guidelines for protecting all your electronic devices when you move to your new home. Protecting televisions during your move Let’s tackle the big items first, the TV. The best and most affordable
How to downsize your home with less stress
Are you ready for a simpler life? Tired of mowing that lawn every week or even shoveling the snow that comes with living in New England? Maybe you're tired of cleaning that four-bedroom house with multiple bathrooms. Whatever your reason, downsizing to a newer home that is more manageable, is a great choice for many. But downsizing can be stressful too. Leaving that big home with four-plus bedrooms and getting yourself into a smaller home or even a condo or apartment has become more and more widespread. You know what we always say; Moving is stressful. But when you “have
4 stress-free tips to help you get packing for an upcoming move
Alright, it's time to move. Maybe you got a new job or a promotion, maybe you're downsizing or maybe you just decided you're moving to Florida from Boston. No matter why you're moving, there's one thing that absolutely needs to be done and needs to be planned. And that is packing for a move. But packing up your house doesn't just happen. We know you'd like that because many people don't like packing. But it goes without saying, it's a necessary part of moving. So what's the best way to get ready for packing up your home? Here are a
Packing for a move made easy
Guess what? Moving can actually be exciting for you and your family. Now we understand there is a little work to get there and get comfortable in your new home but once you get there it can be fun. Just think about all the new areas and rooms in your house that you can decorate and make your own. And if you choose a home that fits your needs, hopefully, you found a nice relaxing yard to enjoy countless hours in the outdoors. But if you have ever moved before then you know one of the first steps is
What should I do first after moving to a new home?
You and your family have gone through the entire moving process. You packed everything in your previous home, hired a local moving company, put everything on their trucks, and transported all that to your new home. Your moving crew placed all your furniture and other heavy items where you asked them to and now you are left with what could be countless boxes to unpack. And that could be just the start of what you need to do to feel more comfortable in your new home after moving. What should you do to make your new house a home
What should come first on my moving checklist?
You make checklists for grocery shopping. You make worksheets for all your projects at your job. And you make lists for your holiday shopping. And if you're moving, which might be just one of the largest projects you ever tackle, you're going to need a checklist. It's that simple. Having a checklist for your move is absolutely critical. Because we still need to live our lives, work on jobs, get the kids to school and help them with their homework while getting ready for a move, you're certain to forget a few things if you don't have everything in
What should I do before the moving company arrives?
Moving can be a stressful experience for many. And we emphasize the word CAN, because moving does not have to be stressful. If you plan accordingly, leave enough time to get everything accomplished that goes with moving to a new home and you contact a local moving company far in advance, you should experience a stress-free move. Before your moving company arrives on moving day, there are several tasks that should be accomplished before the truck pulls up to your house. If these are left undone, your moving day could end up chaotic. Here are a few examples of what
Do not make these 5 packing mistakes
We see moving mistakes all the time and those also come in the form of mistakes during the packing process. We get it, you probably are not thrilled about packing but if you're going to move and you want to limit injuries and be organized at the same time, you will want to pack properly. Here are a few common moving mistakes when it comes to packing that we see. Putting off packing until the last minute Do you want to get stressed out? Then wait until the last day to start packing. That's one way you can experience
Packing Small Appliances for an Upcoming Move
Packing your small appliances for an upcoming move Look around your home and you will see dozens up small items that need to be packed during a move. As they have become part of your home for so long, when you actually need to relocate, you may be surprised at how many of these small appliances and other items will need to be wrapped and packed to get to your new home. Just think about all these items in your home. Start in the kitchen. You have toasters, toaster ovens, waffle irons, coffee machines and so many more kitchen
