Category: Moving Articles

  • How to Decide What to Get Rid of Or Keep When Moving

    The day you pack for a move can be stressful, especially if you haven’t organized your stuff beforehand. There are over 300,000 items in an average American home. That makes you wonder how many of those items are necessary and which ones are just taking up space. That’s why we’ve decided to help you figure…

  • 5 Tips to Make Your New House Feel Like Home

    Moving into a new home can be an overwhelming experience. There are so many elements that go into a move, big or small. Are you one of the 14.9% of Americans who are moving this year? Read our top five tips to make your new house feel like home as soon as you walk through…

  • Top 5 Tips to Avoid Injury and Stay Safe While Moving

    You’ve packed your boxes, booked a moving van, and signed your lease. Now what? There’s no denying that moving can be a stressful affair. You have to pack up your things and make sure that you’ve checked every box on your moving checklist. About 1 in 9 people change residences in the U.S. every year.…

  • What to Unpack First in Your New Home

    So, you’ve arrived at your new home. Congratulations! Now, you’re ready to unpack, settle in, and enjoy it. There’s just one small problem: how do you know where to start? Don’t worry we can help you. This guide will answer that question for you and teach you how to unpack what matters most and have…

  • Cheap Moving Tips for People on a Budget

    Moving is not one of life’s little pleasures. It’s a lot of work, time-consuming, stressful, and pretty expensive. But people still need to do it. Each year, around 11 percent of Americans make a move. Either across town or to a different country, people are continually relocating. The good news is that, with the right…

  • Top 5 Things People Forget When Getting Ready for a Move

    Along with job loss and divorce, moving is one of the most stressful life events. It can wreak havoc on your health and keep you awake at night. During times of stress, people are prone to be more forgetful, and that’s certainly true during the moving process. We’re going to take you through the top…

  • Making the Transition: How To Help Kids Acclimate

    Making the transition to a new house is a stressful affair for all involved. Between unpacking and reorienting, it can be easy for kids to become overwhelmed with the changes taking place. But there are ways you can help your kids acclimate to the new home after a move. Here are some tips to help…

  • Tips For Long Distance Moving

    It’s not uncommon for individuals to uproot and undertake long distance moving to other parts of the country. Never made a big move before? Here are some important things to remember. Before Your Long Distance Move There are many tasks you’ll need to accomplish even before moving. These long-distance moves don’t allow you to take…

  • 3 Pawsome Tips That Make Moving With Pets Less Stressful

    Moving is one of the most stressful events of a person’s life. Now, imagine that you’re nearly half your size, on four legs, and can’t understand your loving owners? Now that’s stressful. Metcalf Movers are here to help you make moving with pets as seamless as possible with these three tips! 1. Prepare Ahead of…

  • 5 Festivals in Rochester, MN You Need to Check Out

    Moving to a new location is more than hiring movers and unpacking things in your new home. It means settling into the area and getting in a groove. Most people start the process of becoming a local with a work routine and making friends with neighbors. However, if you prefer to jump right in, attending…