Tip Of The Day
Claim a Good Parking Spot
When you are moving to or from a place located in a downtown area, parking can often be difficult to find. It becomes even more difficult when you are attempting to park a massive moving truck. In order to secure good parking close to your home, find an ideal spot (or multiple spots, depending on […]
Change Your Clocks!
When moving during the weekend of Daylight Saving Time, remember to change your clocks…especially if you have a specific time for a truck reservation or the closing of a house! The last thing you want is for your move to be thrown into confusion because of a forgotten time change. — Photo Credit: Lukas Blazek on Unsplash
It’s Okay to Ask for Help
If you have a move coming up and there are a few pieces that you know you don’t want to move on your own, or even if you dread the idea of doing the entire move yourself, ask for help! Either ask friends/family to come help or find a local moving company to take care […]
Stretch
Yes, your middle school gym teacher was right: You need to stretch. Before you start going up and down stairs, lifting heavy items, etc., make sure to stretch and warm up your muscles. Pulling a muscle is never a pleasant event and having it happen on moving day can lead to an incredibly unpleasant experience. […]
Don’t Lose Your Pets!
On moving day, it is likely that the doors of your house will be opening and closing constantly throughout the day. If you have pets (dogs, cats, etc.) you will want to keep them confined either to a closed-off room or a kennel. This will keep them from running out of the house and causing […]
Utilize Your Personal Vehicle
When moving fragile items, it can sometimes be risky to put them in the back of the moving truck. Instead, try putting them in your own car! This will keep the fragile items more secure than if they were jostling around in the back of a large moving truck. — Photo Credit: Low Country Images, […]
Backing up the Truck
Getting the moving truck in your driveway, or at least as close to your home as possible, can help speed up the moving process. However, when this involves backing up the truck, you will want to be sure to avoid hitting anything (or anyone) behind you. To do this safely, have someone else stand behind […]
Lift With Your Legs
When picking up items, especially heavier ones, be sure to squat down low and lift with your legs! Bending over and lifting things with your back will very quickly create back pain, making the moving process even more difficult. (Photo by Alora Griffiths on Unsplash)
Lock the Truck!
When you are storing your belongings in a moving truck overnight, be sure to lock the back of the truck! The last thing in the world that you want is for someone to steal your belongings.
The Beast
In many homes, there is one piece that is a nightmare to move. It’s big, it’s awkward, it’s heavy…no one wants to touch it. The key to a piece like this is (a) to get as many hands on it as you can, and (b) to take your time. If you try to do it […]
Wood Floors
If you are moving into (or out of) a home that has wood floors, be very cautious on moving day. Wood floors scratch incredibly easily, and something as simple as sliding a box on a wood floor can cause damage. To help reduce the risk of damage, lay blankets down on the wood floor to […]
Have a Flexible Schedule
Be sure to plan your move in a way that allows some flexibility for your moving date. Unpredictable things, such as bad weather, always have the potential to arise. Having flexibility built into your plan will greatly reduce the stress and chaos that these unpredictable events can often cause. (Photo by Jonas Kaiser on Unsplash)
Insurance Assurance
If you decide to use a moving company for your move, be sure to do research to see if they will provide insurance for your belongings. Some companies provide this insurance, some do not. It is important to know what type of company you are using before you officially book them for your move.
Use a Dolly
Help yourself out with your move by renting or purchasing a moving dolly. If you have to move heavier items, or if you have a large number of boxes, a dolly can be one of your best friends. Using it makes difficult items much easier to move, allows boxes to be moved quickly and more […]
Stay Warm
If you are moving in the winter months, it is important to remember to bundle up. Going from the warm inside of a house to the freezing cold outside can quickly lead to cold-like symptoms. Stay healthy. Stay warm. (Photo by Heather Shevlin on Unsplash)
Make Wide Turns
When driving your moving truck, always make wide turns! Especially when near curbs, it is important to watch your back tires to make sure they do not bump over anything. This bump could shake the truck, causing some of your belongings to break inside the back of the vehicle. The simple act of making wide […]
Stacking Boxes
When stacking boxes, whether it be in your house or on the moving truck, always put the heavy boxes on the bottom and the light boxes on top. This will keep your lighter boxes and their contents from being crushed by the heavier boxes.
Label Your Boxes
Knowing where your boxes are going to end up in your new home is incredibly important. In order to stay organized and make the unpacking process more efficient, it is crucial that you label your boxes. This labeling can be done in a variety of ways, including writing the name of the room on the […]
Don’t Try to Be a Hero
When moving, it can sometimes be tempting to attempt to pick up extremely heavy items by yourself. However, this can often lead to broken items and/or serious injury (both to your body and your pride). Always err on the side of safety, whether that means using a dolly or asking another person for help. After […]
Don’t Break a Leg!
When loading up and packing your moving truck, it is normal (and usually wise) to stack boxes and other items on top of tables or other flat-topped pieces of furniture. However, if these legs are long and skinny, too much weight on top of the furniture can cause the legs to snap. To avoid this, […]