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Items Not to Pack For A Move
Before your things are packed and loaded, please take some time to look over the items that we cannot put on a truck or in a container. Hazardous and perishable materials are not allowed, and we recommend that you keep sentimental or personally important items with you. Hazardous Materials: Aerosol cans Ammonia Ammunition Car batteries…
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Unique Moving Tips You Haven’t Heard
We know moving and packing can sometimes be overwhelming. We’re here to help by offering a few unique moving tips to help create a less stressful and successful move! 1. Moving plants is just not a good idea. Not only is it extremely stressful for them, there are many states that do not allow plants…
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Mini Storage, Portable Storage or Warehouse Storage?
Many people look for a mini storage unit when they need to store things, but there are also other options available for storage, and each has pros and cons. Mini storage units are garage-like spaces. The advantage of a mini storage is that you can come and go as you please, usually through a secure…
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Pre-Packing Checklist
If you’re a planner and are preparing to move, you’re in the right place. Our essential checklists for moving are informed by decades of moving experience. 1. Stock up on packing supplies We recommend ordering your supplies six weeks before your move, well in advance. You don’t want to run out of supplies on the…
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Two Month Moving Countdown: 1 Week Out
The final countdown Prepare your appliances. Be present when the appliance service representative arrives to prepare your appliances for shipment. Check in with your move coordinator. If you have any questions, reach out to your move coordinator. Go through your moving plan with him or her to confirm accuracy of all details. Finalize packing. If…
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Two Month Moving Countdown: 2 Weeks Out
Plan for pets and overlooked items Coordinate your pet’s move. Reconfirm travel plans for pets. Will you need to board them or leave them with friends? Take your pet to the vet. Take your pets to their veterinarian to be sure you have all required health certificates and inoculations required for your destination state. Don’t…
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Two Month Moving Countdown: 3 Weeks Out
Prepare friends, family, and belongings Visit your local spots. Take your family to visit and say goodbye to your favorite local places that hold happy memories. Let your kids say their goodbyes. Plan a small going-away party or get together for your children and their friends. Say your goodbyes. Consider having a casual dinner or…
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Two Month Moving Countdown: 4 Weeks Out
Confirmations and Cars Check for any change of plans. Has there been a change in the items you plan on moving? A change in dates? Be sure to update your moving agent. Check in with your agent or move coordinator. Reconfirm that your agent has your destination address and the phone numbers where you can…
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Two Month Moving Countdown: 5 Weeks Out
Lighten Your Load – toss, sell or give away what you can Use this moving planner to keep track of your move in the months leading up to the big day. Get organized. Start going through room by room to determine what is worthy of making the move with you. What would be easier to…
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Two Month Moving Countdown: 6 Weeks Out
Notify Utilities Companies and All Service Providers Use this moving planner to keep track of your move in the months leading up to the big day. Establish your mail forwarding. You can easily complete a Change of Address form online at the United States Postal Service website. You can choose the start date of mail…