If you’ve decided to pack your items on your own, you know that you have to purchase wrapping supplies and moving boxes. These are the packing materials you are going to need for moving your household stuff. When choosing moving boxes, keep in mind that: There is a variety of sizes and types of moving boxes to choose from. You have to select the ones that fit your specific needs. Moving…
For packing your cookware it’s best to use small to medium sized boxes. If you can’t afford purchasing new moving boxes, you can use old shipping boxes or boxes from grocery stores. You can also ask your friends to borrow some boxes. If you have some valuable pieces, however, you’d better buy moving boxes that are specifically manufactured for household moving. Before placing your…
Packing up your entire household can seem like mission impossible. Just do not panic and try to have all of the things on the moving list checked. If you have two to three weeks left before moving day, consider the following tasks to tick off. If you haven’t packed your stuff yet, this is the time to begin packing. It’s best to start with…
When purchasing purchasing moving boxes, you’ll notice they come with three inside dimensions listed in this order: length, width, and height. For example, a box with dimensions 18″ x 14″ x 12″ represents its length, width, and height, respectively. Discover the common types of moving boxes and their uses Small boxes (18″ x 13″ x 13″) are perfect for packing heavier items…
Some of the companies selling glass ornaments typically put them in a box full of peanuts. This method is a little risky as ornaments try to settle to the bottom of the box and are more likely to crush. Cracks, chips and breaks can cause a valuable ornament to become worthless in an instant. So if you wonder how to safely…
Moving to a new town is a stressful process to go through. Changing your job and home might be a difficult moment for the entire family. After all, moving takes you away from friends and relatives. However, if you get familiar with the new place you are moving to, your moving experience might not be as scaring as expected. If…
Having more than three weeks before moving day, you might be thinking that there is still much time before you start worrying about the details. But a thoroughly planned move is essential for organization. It is still not the time to pack your items or clean the house, but there are other things you may consider doing. If you haven’t changed…
Moving sounds scary and exciting in the same time, doesn’t it? The thought of starting a new life in a new place keeps you thrilled, but one thing could mar your happiness – the process of packing and carrying all your items. Sometimes is just too hard to balance between work and possible looking after the kids, so finding enough time for…
As moving day approaches, it’s time to schedule your moving sale. A garage sale is best for earning some extra money while selling your unwanted stuff. There must be a pile of unnecessary items you have accumulated over the years – old toys, magazines, books, clothes, antiques, souvenirs, plants, cookware, appliances, pieces of furniture, gadgets in your closet or under your…
It’s a tough decision choosing a reliable moving company among hundreds of companies. After all, you have to find movers you can trust to pack and move all your belongings. There are important things you should pay attention to when choosing professional movers. So, your research, although time consuming, is definitely worth it. Some of your friends or colleagues have probably moved once or…
