The kitchen is usually one of the last rooms you pack up before you move. This is because moving in itself is expensive and eating out for the weeks before and during a move can be quite costly. So, how do you get your kitchen packed and cleaned before your move and...
Loading a truck can be like a game of Tetris, and strategy is important. The key to loading is to be organized and load the Moving Truck in tiers as best as possible. Protect each item with furniture pads, or filling materials and stretch wrap when necessary. Here...
Your phone is probably the last thing you're worried about when you're moving. It's not needed to help psychically move your items, but there are some key apps to help make the process easier. Here are the five iPhone apps for moving we would recommend to help make...
If you didn't have time to check out all the Moving, Storage and Organization blogs, here are a few of my favorite stories from this week. Storage and Organization: How to Organize under your Kitchen Sink. Now that we have helped you organize your bathroom, maybe you...
When it comes to do-it-yourself moves, preparation and safety are both key. If you are renting a trailer to move your furniture and belongings, then take a look at our top four tips for a safe trailering experience. 1. Load the trailer heavy in the front The way you...
Packing up the items in your home for the big move can be a great opportunity to organize things and get rid of old items. But, how do you know which items to keep and which items to toss? Our guide below will help you determine the best items to take with you and the...
I came across a story recently about a clock shop in Hannibal, Missouri that’s refurbishing an old grandfather clock that belonged to the family of Laura Hawkins. She was Mark Twain’s childhood sweetheart and served as the inspiration for Becky Thatcher in The...
The third post in our New Year's resolutions series is about getting organized. It's one of the top ten popular New Year's resolutions. An organized work and home environment usually creates a less stressful and chaotic life. The focus of this post is to help you...
Good Housekeeping came up with a list of the most useless Christmas gifts people have received. Air Freshener Fruitcake Ugly Sweater Cleaning Supplies Wrinkle Cream Exercise Gear Voodoo Doll So this Christmas, how about giving a gift that no one receives, but...
We have all seen mattresses and furniture sitting on the side of the highway from overloaded and improperly secured cargo. That can be incredibly dangerous. It is very important not to overload your car or your truck when you move. It is extremely unsafe for you and...
Juggling your life is challenging enough without trying to juggle your move. Here are some tips that can help you when it comes to packing. Take a few moments and plan out how you are going to pack. How do you want things to look when you are done? You definitely...
How many times have you moved in your lifetime? I have moved over a dozen times over the years, which is well above the national average of FIVE moves over a lifetime. Moving is a challenge when you consider all the things you need --- moving truck, moving boxes and...