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What Pro Movers Will NOT Move

What Pro Movers Will NOT Move

Most of what you own will probably be allowed on moving trucks, but professional moving companies have some things they are either legally prohibited from moving, or it’s just against their policies. Some of the items our packers and movers have come across are surprising, but some are obvious. Check them out: Weapons Guns and anything else that is either illegal or requires a special license. Some old guns don’t require a license, but are still considered dangerous, so make sure you check with your moving company before sending them off with your collection of antique guns. Poisonous/hazardous materials Anything that may combust or have a chemical reaction, such as paints, paint thinners, propane, pesticides, chemicals, acids, etc. These materials should only be disposed of in a designated area with a drop-off center. Do not throw them out or spill them in the toilet or the garden, as they will poison the ground, and some chemicals can harm your drains and pipes. Flammable materials Aerosols, charcoal for the barbecue, nail polish and nail polish removers, paint thinners, etc. Plants in question According to the National Plant Board, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and plant health agencies in the 50 states “regulate the shipment of nursery and greenhouse stock in an effort to minimize the spread of harmful insects, diseases, and other pests.” Some plants are not allowed to be moved between states, so check with the National Plant Board and your chosen moving company....
3 Moving Tips for a Seamless Moving and Packing Experience

3 Moving Tips for a Seamless Moving and Packing Experience

Getting the family ready for a long-distance move or a corporate relocation can be a daunting task for everyone involved. Based on the size of your home and the possessions you own, it may take days to prepare in advance for movers and packers to help you on your moving date. The effort that you put into your local move can also be very exhausting. Therefore, you always need a moving plan to ensure the move is seamless and not troublesome. Having said this, here are 3 great moving tips that can help you with a seamless and packing moving experience.   Pack far in Advance for Your Relocation   Many people wait until the last minute to pack up their things before they move from one location to another. Unfortunately, this can be a huge costly mistake. One of the top reasons why is that you may not want to take everything to the home with you. Instead, you may want to throw away things that you do not need, sell them or give them to someone who can use them.   Devise a Local Move Strategy and Document the move in full   Before you begin to pack up the first boxes inside of your home, you need to make sure that you have a good solid plan. By writing down each step of the move, you can avoid a wide range of issues including running it to problems that may cause you to miss the deadline.   Buy all of the Supplies Early   You are going to need boxes, tape, scissors, box markers, and a...
Packing, Moving and Storage Services During Thanksgiving

Packing, Moving and Storage Services During Thanksgiving

Are you looking for the best moving, storage, unpacking, and white glove moving services for your household items during your thanksgiving seasons? Are you planning to enjoy your end year festivities from another place? We ensure that we deliver the best services to our clients.   Why we are the best Chicago Moving Company:   When we claim we are the best service providers out here, thorough research and analysis of reviews from different clients we have been lucky to serve during their thanksgiving ceremony. Also, our services cannot be compared to any other company in our industry. Therefore, when you are looking for the best moving services, we recommend you to us and promise that you won’t regret your decision. Here are some of the reasons we believe that we are the best service providers out here;   Pricing   Our pricing of services is done decently to ensure that our client feels special about the services we are proud to offer during their thanksgiving. Among the aspects considered to calculate the amount you will be charged include the distance you are moving to, amount of a load of your household items in the moving process, among other factors. However, the reliability of clients makes us decent to them. Also, our services are offered decently to all our esteemed customers which makes us rank top.   Professionalism   Our clients are handled professionally as a norm of our company, not just to protect our name. To ensure the handling of clients is done professionally, we train our staff thoroughly and regularly. Also, our unity as a company makes...
#1 Packing and Moving Company in the U.S

#1 Packing and Moving Company in the U.S

Have you been troubled moving your household property from one location to another? Might you have developed a negative attitude towards moving companies due to bad experiences in the past? Are you the kind that parts away with huge bulks for just a single storage task? A solution to all the above questions is crooned up in one basket in our moving company. We are the better option when it comes to packaging. Our services are highly ranked by those who have treaded along them; therefore, we proudly outline what we offer in the following manner: 1. Pick up Welcome to the best organized picking up company in the U.S. We extend our services to any location in the country, and we bring along well-serviced trucks at your doorstep. All you need to do is make a booking via call or send us an email with your specifications. We are available 24/7, and reliability is our core value. 2. Packing and sealing You will not strain packing and taking your stuff into the mover since our staff is well trained for the service. The packers will arrange your assets into crates and boxes in a careful manner considering their state. The fragile items are handled with extra care and are always packed last in a professional way. Where sealing is necessary, we use special tapes to wrap up goods before transit or storage. 3. Issuance of catalogs Items are written down or typed out to ascertain safety and prevent unnecessary dramas that may accrue if any member is careless. The inventory ensures that you receive your items as they...
Office Relocation Tips

Office Relocation Tips

A wise man once stated that change is inevitable, while others added that a change is as good as a rest. Similarly, moving from one office to another is essential for growth and other factors. Are you a US resident who plans to relocate to new premises and wonders how? Our esteemed company is here for you. We help in moving items to your destined area at a pocket-friendly cost. Take a look at the below tips on relocating: 1. Take account of your items before pick-up. You are advised to note down all your property by either taking pictures, handwriting an invoice, or using mobile apps such as a notepad to record them. It is wise to print out copies given to the moving company and the rest remaining with you. Our company does a record of your inventory; therefore, there is no need to worry. 2. Pack the items yourself Confusion is likely to arise in unpacking goods in the new office if a different person did the packing. Our company has trained members who delegate their tasks with maximum perfectionism. Together with the owner of the items, we crack out a formula that prevents future confusion from either party. 3. Locate a reliable storage The new office may require cleaning up, renovation, or new structuring; you may need a place to settle your furniture and other items somewhere in such an event. Our company will offer such services for as long as you want. We have stores to help you keep your property safe until when you will be good to pick them up. 4. A...
Relocating In a Hurry? Here Are a Few Insights

Relocating In a Hurry? Here Are a Few Insights

So you have received that email or phone call that you have always hoped for but had no idea when it would come. The company you work for has made last-minute changes to transfer you, and you have to move in a hurry? Here are a few insights needed if you are moving out in a hurry. Prepare a list Moving out in a hurry often means you cannot bring along all your belongings- at least not all at the same time. Consider making a list of items you must carry versus the ones you can give or throw away. Some moving companies offer disposal services for things that you no longer need. Be sure to check with your movers beforehand if they do. Pack from room to room Moving in a hurry might not afford you the luxury to label each package as you would want. Packing room by room enables you to place a variety of items in larger packing boxes. Label the large boxes as Kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom accordingly to allow easy unpacking when you get to your new location. Ask for help Hiring professionals does not completely cut the need for supervision. But, the fact that you are moving in a hurry could mean you have a few errands to run somewhere else at the same time. Here is where enlisting help from family and friends comes in. Your friends and family can also help with the packing. Hire professionals. Moving out in a hurry could mean you have no time for packing and unpacking by yourself. If you can’t enlist the...
Moving Company Services

Moving Company Services

Moving can most times be a pain, especially if you do not have the right means or skills to seamlessly do so. With a moving company, you get offers on different services whenever and wherever you need to move. We offer services like: Packaging client’s belongings Loading Storage Moving can be long-distance or local. Personal and commercial moving is covered. Our specialty involves helping corporate and property owners safely transport their furniture, and other valuables to a specified location. We provide extra services after reaching the client’s destination. These are: Unpacking items Loading Offloading Careful placement of items in the new house or office. We offer additional services such as storage and cleaning for warehousing facilities, offices, and houses.​ We pride ourselves in the provision of all our customer’s needs. Our professional team performs the moving services seamlessly, offering you a stress-free experience. Every member of staff is properly trained and therefore highly qualified for their job specifications. We employ efficient and skilled people who know the importance of teamwork. The Moving Process Once all your belongings are packed in special packaging to ensure they reach in one piece, the crew gets ready to load the container, and the moving process begins. Once we reach the final destination, we ensure everything has been unpacked and arranged in your new home or office, in the way you deem fit. Apart from the general moving services offered, you can opt to request additional services to make everything as smooth as possible. All services are designed to fit your budget. Moving is emotional due to the sentimental value a space holds. It’s...
How Do You Prepare For An Office Move?

How Do You Prepare For An Office Move?

How do you prepare to move to a new office? Is this your first time considering your options and creating your budget? If you’re moving offices, you’ve come to the right place! During relocation to a new office, ensure you don’t miss anything. In this guide, we’ll discuss how to get ready to move an office. Develop a Timeline When preparing for an office move, develop a timeline. A timeline lists all the events leading to your move, whether a long or a local move. It also shows the order of events. Tour the New Space When you’re moving into a new office, you usually don’t have time to take a two days’ vacation to do it. But you can make moving as painless as possible. The crucial thing to do is to visit the new space before you move. It’ll give you a sense of how the layout fits together. Get the New Space Ready The first thing you need to do is make the new space suitable for work. That means clearing it of clutter. There are all kinds of clutter. You can tell a lot about an office by the clutter it keeps. Contact a Professional Office Mover Office moves are more than changing addresses. They involve a lot of paperwork. Professional office movers know how to make the transition as smooth as possible. Their packers will help you determine which files and furniture are crucial to your...
How Do You Move Your Pet When Relocating?

How Do You Move Your Pet When Relocating?

How do you move your pet when relocating? Do you know that pet moving is a much bigger operation than relocating yourself? Relocating is stressful for you and your pet. It’s also expensive to move your pets. How do you find a solution to transport your pets if you’re relocating? Here, we tell you how to move your pet during relocation. Read on! Contact Your Vet When moving a pet, there are several things to keep in mind. First, make sure the pet is comfortable with traveling in a car. Some pets may bolt, while others may be too nervous. Secondly, call your vet for instructions. Your vet may be able to accommodate your pet’s needs. Your pet will be well-cared for during the long move. Keep Your Pets Away from the Action If you’re moving, it might be a good idea to keep your pets away from the movers. Moving is stressful for everyone, whether far or a local move. Packers from a professional moving company will ensure your pets won’t be around when it’s happening. Don’t Let Your Pet out until You’ve Arrived Don’t let your pet out of your sight until you’ve settled safely in your new home. Make sure that your pet’s carrier has enough collar and leash. Some carriers have both the collar and leash attached, while others require you to mount them. Ensure that your pet’s carrier is big enough for the animal to turn...
5 Office Relocation Tips From the Pros

5 Office Relocation Tips From the Pros

Moving your business can be stressful – especially for small business owners. The last thing you need during the relocation process is an additional stress in the form of damaged equipment or even worse, data loss. Take these office relocation tips into account to ensure that all goes well with your transition to new facilities. 1) Keep your network up-to-date Even if your company is low on cash, invest in a wireless router. This way, there’s no need to run cables around the new office space. Once the hardware is in place, make sure the software is current. Upgrading passwords and anti-virus applications will protect against network intrusion during the move. 2) Out-of-office reminders Delegate a person to send reminder emails and/or postcards to clients, vendors, and associates in advance of the move. This little trick will give you time to reschedule appointments and meetings with former or new business partners in a timely manner. Add an additional touch by sending out packets with customized stationery. 3) Work with professional movers Make sure your office relocation company is using experienced movers who know how to handle computer equipment, not just furniture and inventory. Ask your moving agent to provide a detailed equipment inventory form that includes make/model, serial number, and new destination address for each piece of hardware. Follow up by email to verify accuracy. 4) Back up your data Even if you don’t switch over servers, make sure the office relocation company backs up important files onto a portable hard drive (or jump drive). This way, if anything happens during the move – including accidental deletion or equipment...