Moving to a new place is exciting, but sometimes we find ourselves with little time to pack. That’s okay, we’ve all been there! A last-minute move is not as uncommon as you may think, but it can be easier than it usually is. We have some expert tips to avoid...
If you've ever moved then the visual of an overflowing trash bin, and sneaking trash into your neighbors' bins in the middle of the night, probably hits close to home. Luckily there is a way to avoid this scenario by using the 5 R's to have an eco-friendly move. What...
In a large and busy city like Atlanta, it can be hard to make sustainable choices. That’s why U-Haul is making it easier by providing products that support sustainable moving in Atlanta. The latest product, U-Haul Ready-To-Go℠ Box, is not only sustainable but also makes packing and unpacking easier. Read on to learn more about sustainable moving in Atlanta.
The beautiful province of Ontario, Canada houses cities known for their sustainable initiatives, which have been created thanks to social demand. At U-Haul, our commitment to sustainability has led us to create products and services to support Ontario’s sustainable...
Instead throwing those leftover moving boxes in the recycling bin, turn them into something else completely new. Try this DIY upcycling project and turn a box in a storage bin. Using a few household supplies and a leftover box, you will be able to re-create the...
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It's the cherry on top whether you're moving, shipping or storing. Packing Peanuts are the last touch in the packing process to ensure that your items are protected when while being transported. Before picking up your packing peanuts, did you know not all packing...
In August we celebrated with one million U-Haul customers who helped The Conservation Fund’s Go Zero® program plant hundreds of thousands of trees across the Lower Mississippi River Valley and protect redwood forests in Northern California. While we know that...
Welcome back to Reuse at U-Haul. If you have not read the first article in the series you can find it here: Take A Box, Leave A Box. In the first blog we talked about reusing boxes through the Take A Box Leave A Box program. Of course when packing or unpacking those...
Reuse is the middle child in the reduce, reuse, recycle family, and is often out-shined by both its siblings. People should be aware that the three Rs are placed in order of effectiveness. Reduction should always be the first consideration, and while...
The phrases “Going Green” and “Being Green” have become increasingly popular during the past decade. Many of us have not only have become familiar with these terms, but also have become educated about the importance of living a green lifestyle. As mentioned in Moving...