Category: Moving Articles
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A Professional’s Guide to Moving Furniture Without Breaking It (or You)
Moving is hard work. Trust us, we understand. Some people preparing for a move choose to take on the challenge alone instead of calling in professional movers for help. Here are some tips for making your move a little easier if you decide to tackle the move on your own. Keep in mind, Metcalf Household…
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Moving? How to Get Your Child Comfortable the First Night in a New Home
Moving is strenuous and trying. It is also a big adjustment for everyone in the family. If you have children, it can affect their schedules and their sleep, which can cause problems for them during the day. Fatigue and exhaustion are difficult for adults to deal with, let alone children. School-aged children need 9 to…
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Getting Organized for Your Move: How to Stay on Top of the Chaos
The average American will move over 11 times during their life. Americans move more than people in most of the other countries in the world. So no matter who you are, getting organized for a move is something you’ll need sooner or later. But you’re in luck. Here are our five best tips for getting…
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How to Transfer Your Utilities When Moving to a New Home
Are you ready for your upcoming move? As you get wrapped up in the chaos of moving, don’t forget to transfer or set-up utilities for your new home. It’s one of those necessary chores that’s easily overlooked — until you try to take your first shower in your new place, only to discover you don’t…
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What Types of Boxes (and How Many) Do You Need to Relocate?
When buying a new house, there are hundreds of different costs to think about, as well as the price of your down payment and mortgage. From homeowner’s insurance tax to professional movers, you’re likely to feel the financial pinch. So, when it comes to moving day, having the right types of boxes may be far…
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Business as Usual: How to Plan Moving Your Small Home Office
At least 43% of Americans occasionally work remotely from home. What’s the best way to be productive when you’re working from home? Working in a dedicated small home office. Your small home office is a vital space but, it can be easy to overlook when you’re moving. Getting the bedrooms and kitchen sorted and packed…
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6 Secrets Your Professional Mover Wishes They Could Tell You
The average American will move more than 11 times in their lifetime. With all that moving going on, tapping into the help of a professional mover will save you headaches and stress. Once you’ve established a moving date and signed your moving contract, there are a few more things that professional movers want you to…
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How to Prepare for Your Moving Company: 6 To Do’s Before the Move
Are you planning on moving but don’t know where to start? Is the idea of moving making you panic? Each year, more than 35 million Americans pick a new place to call home. If you’re wondering how to reduce stress on moving day, this article is for you. We’ve got tips on how to create…
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Questions to Ask Movers (Before You Start Packing)
Getting ready to move? Do you have your moving company locked in and ready to go? Here are some common questions you should ask your movers before you pack that first box. Having all the right information will help your move run smoothly! Do I need an in-home estimate? No matter what size your move…
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4 Tips to Know When Hiring a Moving Company
No one likes to take on a move by themselves, but not everyone decides to hire a moving company. Some people prefer to have their friends and family help them out. In most cases, though, professional movers are the best option. You just have to know what to look for when hiring a moving company…


