Moving Tips

Ways to help get your deposit back Take photos! Capture both your old place as you move out and your new place as you move in. Use ice cubes to remove any dents in the carpet that furniture left behind. Place the ice cubes on the dents, allow them to melt, then use a spoon to lift […]

Sure – there are plenty of steps to moving your office. However, are you sure you’ve thought of everything? Double-check your efforts by running through this Commercial Mover’s To-Do List. The Big Things Does everyone in the office know about the move?  Information can travel fast in a small office, but if the company has

Make Minor Repairs In many markets , repairs can make or break your sale. Here are a few easy fixes: Replace cracked counter of floor tiles. Patch any holes in walls. Fix leaky faucets or even replace them. Fix doors that don’t close properly and kitchen drawers that jam. Consider painting your walls neutral colors, especially if

Before you move, be sure you know all the utilities you’re responsible for and make the transfers. The further in advance you can make the call the better, as utility companies will need to schedule a time to make the switch. Another switch you can make in advance is filling out a change of address

Relocating your business or office requires coordination, scheduling and proper planning. We work with our clients to build a comprehensive, tailored, move plan to suit your unique needs. With Mike the Mover, our office moving service will ensure that your office move is completed on time and on budget. Our office relocation specialists have expertise

Did you move this summer? Are the kids starting at a new school? Here are some tips: Drive the kids to their new school before school starts. Consider introducing yourself to the neighbors, depending on your comfort level talking to strangers. You may want to go door to door or actually throw a backyard or

Our team is working hard all summer and we know how the heat can impact them. Here are some tips on beating the heat for outdoor workers: BY THE CANADIAN CENTRE FOR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY 07/02/2014| WWW.COS-MAG.COM No sooner does summer arrive then weather stations are issuing heat advisories. For some workers, the heat is

A successful move starts before you pack a single item. Many families de-clutter before putting a house on the market because it helps sell the home more quickly. This rarely happens in corporate relocations, and it’s a mistake. When businesses make a list of things they cannot live without, it helps identify things to leave

Clothes: take some, leave most Go through your wardrobe and separate what you need from what you think you can probably do without. Donate or sell the things you almost never wear — consignment shops are a great option to raise a little extra money for your move, or for the new wardrobe you’ll buy

1.Enusre that your movers are hydrated They will be working hard to move your belongings in and out of the hot summer sun. If you provide some cold drinks for the moving crew, they will be very grateful! 2. Unpack the Heat-Sensitive Items First Note which boxes hold the items that heat can affect and get

Below are tips and advice for homebuyers, sellers, and renters planning a move this summer. 4 weeks from move date Get organized and start notifying the right people and companies that you’ll be moving soon and give them a date to forward or terminate service. Start looking for licensed and professional moving companies, moving guides

Our drivers are on the road every day. Here are some tips to help you share the roads with large trucks and stay safe! What’s Different About Driving Large Trucks or Semis Drivers of heavy trucks face a few difficulties on the road, including: Reduced field of vision. Truck drivers have multiple blind spots on both

Moving is a big life event and can be stressful, moving with pets just adds one more factor to consider. Our pets are part of our family and a smooth transition into their new home is important for both them and us. Here are some tips on how to make moving with pets the best possible

It’s often said that haste makes waste. The same is true in moving – if you fail to plan out your commercial moving strategy beforehand, it’ll likely be a costly and frustrating process. Skip the drama while saving trees and time by considering the following: You’re probably packing too much paper. While you’re required to

Let’s be honest: moving an entire office is a tricky proposition. This is especially true in the busy Tri-Cities area. Once you find the perfect new home for your business, take the time to plan your move. By keeping these quick tips in-mind, you’ll make your next meet up with commercial movers easy and rewarding:

Most families need to move at some point. Whether it is for work, family or the need for a new home, moving can be a hectic experience.  As disruptive as moving can be for parents, the experience can be even more traumatic for kids. Especially since they may not be a part of the decision to