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4 Tips for Summer Moving

4 Tips for Summer Moving

Moving can be tough. Moving in the summer during 100+ degree weather? People think you're crazy. Still, many families choose to move during the summer time because children are out of school, and that makes it a whole lot easier for family and friends to help out when...

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“It’s My First Time Driving a 26 Foot Moving Truck”

“It’s My First Time Driving a 26 Foot Moving Truck”

Alison, coming through, 10-4, over. I've got to admit, my first time driving a 26-foot moving truck made me feel like a 'truck driver', All I needed was my radio and trucker hat. If anyone were to give me the 'honk your horn' signal, I'd surely respond with a big...

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Organizing and Storing Linens

Organizing and Storing Linens

Is your linen closet a disaster? Do you have piles of wadded-up sheets and towels hanging off the shelves with set-in wrinkles? It's probably time to go through your linens, fold items properly, and put them away so that they don't attract dust, silverfish or moths....

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How to Move in Manhattan, NY

How to Move in Manhattan, NY

If you’re moving in Manhattan, or getting ready to move to the city, there are a few key things you need to know.  We met with the experts at the U-Haul moving and storage location in Chelsea to get some insider tips on how to move efficiently in the busy city of...

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Is Driving Hands-Free Really Safer?

Is Driving Hands-Free Really Safer?

Many people mistakenly believe that hands-free devices are a solution for distracted driving. They allow you to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. But, what about the distraction of carrying on a conversation while driving? Have you ever tried to...

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Gardening With Recycled Moving Supplies

Gardening With Recycled Moving Supplies

Spring time is here for most Americans and that means a few things: longer days, spring cleaning and getting the garden tilled and ready to go! Spring is also a great time for a move -- mild weather and cheaper rates are at the top of my list! Nothing is better than...

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What is Distracted Driving?

What is Distracted Driving?

It’s the first day of April, which means that not only will you be on the lookout for April Fools’ Day pranks and April showers, but also hopefully learning more about a terrible epidemic in America. April is Distracted Driving Awareness month. Whether you are driving...

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How to Prevent Frozen Pipes

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes

Even though winter is almost over, some areas are still experiencing freezing temperatures, snow and ice. With the combination of extreme cold and wind chill, the winter months are especially hard on pipes. Even the smallest of cracks in a pipe can cause your home to...

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Ask the Expert: We’re Here to Help!

Ask the Expert: We’re Here to Help!

We are excited to announce the launch of a  new resource specifically designed to help you.  The “Ask the Expert” feature  is a source of advice for specific moving, storage and organization questions.  Our experts have years of...

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Towing a Trailer: Safe Towing Checklist

Towing a Trailer: Safe Towing Checklist

Whether it's a rental trailer or one you own, towing a trailer for the first time might be a little daunting. If you're anything like me, you'll have a million questions. After figuring out what kind of hitch is right for my vehicle and how to safely load a trailer,...

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Distracted Driving = Disaster

Distracted Driving = Disaster

Imagine driving the length of a football field blindfolded. That sounds pretty intense, right? Now, imagine you aren’t the only one out there driving on that field. There are other people driving as well. Some blindfolded, some not. Sounds like a recipe for disaster....

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How to Load a Vehicle Onto a Car Carrier

How to Load a Vehicle Onto a Car Carrier

One thing that can easily get overlooked when planning a move is how to get your vehicle to your new home. If you go the do-it-yourself route, which can save you A LOT of money, there are a couple options: a tow dolly or a car carrier. A tow dolly lifts only the front...

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