Tip Of The Day
Will It Fit?
When moving into a new home, make sure that all your larger pieces of furniture will fit where you want them to go. Check the doorways and staircases to make sure they are all wide and tall enough and check any sharp turns to be sure that the furniture will be able to make it […]
Don’t forget the straps!
When loading up a moving truck, it is essential to use ratchet straps to keep your things from sliding around inside the truck. Typically, if you are loading a full 26-foot truck, you should be safe with 8-10 ratchet straps. However, if you are worried that you will not have enough straps, go ahead and […]
DRINK WATER!
This may appear to be an obvious tip, but it is one that can be easily forgotten during a move. Think beforehand how you will have access to water for yourself and for those helping you. Decide if you will buy packs of bottled water or if you will carry around your own refillable bottle. […]
Don’t waste your pillows and cushions!
When packing certain items, such as lampstands, that leave a lot of empty room in a box, use your pillows and cushions to fill the extra space. This will keep the items from being shaken around in the box during your move while also giving you a convenient and useful place to pack your extra […]
Preparing a Dresser for the Move
First, take anything that is breakable (e.g. glass) out of the dresser drawers. Next, check the heaviness of the dresser to see if it will be able to be carried with its current contents. If it is too heavy, take out some or all of the contents until it is at a manageable weight. Once […]
Packing Books
Always pack books inside of a small box. Yes, you can fit more books into a bigger box…but it will very quickly become too heavy to pick up. When the time comes to actually move your boxes of books, you will be incredibly grateful that you went with the small boxes over the larger ones. […]
Tip for disassembling beds
When disassembling a bed for your move, take all the hardware from the bed (e.g. screws, nuts, bolts, etc.), put them in a plastic bag, and then shrink wrap the bag with the hardware around a piece of your bed. This will keep the hardware from being misplaced and/or lost during the move, making the […]
Loading a truck in the rain
When you are loading a truck with a ramp while it is raining, it’s important to keep safety in mind. If it is pouring rain, it may be best to take a break until the rain slows down and/or stops. However, if it is only light rain, you can take two to three blankets and […]
Lampshade Tip
When packing lamps, take off the lampshades and place them upside down in their own box. This will keep them from ripping and/or breaking. To be even more efficient, place the largest lampshade in the box first so that you can place other smaller lampshades inside of it. (Photo by James Orr on Unsplash)
Tips for packing wine glasses
When packing wine glasses (or any other glass with a stem), wrap each individual glass in paper and then place the glasses upside-down in a box. This will keep the stems from breaking…letting you properly enjoy your wine glasses after a long day of moving ? (Photo by Kym Ellis on Unsplash)
5 signs it is time to move
Because moving is so much work, sometimes it is hard to determine if it is time to move. Here are 5 signs, you may be ready to call the moving company: Your house has started to feel like it is too big or too small. You have to go far to go to work, go […]
Tips for good return on investment
Here are 5 tips on getting a good return on investment when selling a house: Replacement windows Kitchen remodel New Siding Installing a deck Garage door replacement
Moving tips for Hot Summer Days
Here are a few friendly reminders for moving on hot Summer days: schedule the movers to start as early in the day as possible have a day’s supply of water for everyone in a cooler with lots of ice or a big water jug make sure utilities at your new place are turned on so […]
Saving Money while Moving
Pick a random day to move. Movers typically are busies on the second half of the month. Choosing a less busy time of the month or year should lower the price of your moving quote.
A simple moving tip
On moving day, put a rubber band around the doorknob. This will prevent the door from latching on every time you carry a box outside. Saving you time and hassle.
Tips for Empty Nesters
If you’re an empty nester planning to downsize here are a few tips: Start the purging process sooner rather than later. Don’t wait. Be brutal. Don’t hold onto items just because you love it or are sentimental about it. If you don’t ever actually use it, take a picture of it and donate it (or […]
Tips for Senior Citizens Moving
If you are a senior citizen moving to or from the Charleston/Mount Pleasant area, and are on a purging/downsizing mode: 1. Make a list of possible recipients of items you want to keep in the family (i.e. children, grandchildren) 2. Assign items to each person as you go. This way you won’t have to think […]
Change the locks
You never know how many copies of the keys for your new home are floating around. Call ahead and set up a time for a locksmith to come in on moving day and change the locks.
Tips for Summer moving
Plan ahead: this is a busy time for moving companies in the Charleston and Mount Pleasant areas. Beat the heat: schedule your move during the coolest hours of the day Take care of your stuff: the moving truck can be hot, pack with you anything that doesn’t fare well in lot of heat like candles.
How to Stay Healthy During a Move
Take time for yourself The morning before the movers get to your place, eat a healthy breakfast, take time to go for a walk or pray/meditate. Stay well hydrated.