Getting ready for your next move? Having to decide between a truck or a trailer is just one of the questions to ask but as you begin planning your next move, there are a few more questions that come to mind to someone whom may have never rented a truck, let alone a...
When you're spending hours packing or unpacking everything you own, lifting heavy furniture and boxes, and using a variety of tools, it's not unlikely for a few casualties to occur. From paper cuts, to stubbed toes, to dehydration, it's important to be prepared for...
Pet Terrariums are often large and most likely fragile. To keep it protected during your move, wrap it in bubble wrap. The bubble wrap will provide cushion and protect the terrarium for scratches. Use tape to secure bubble wrap. Furniture pads will help with easy...
Whether it's your first time moving with a trailer or your 20th time, the same rules still apply...slow down when trailering. Driving a car trailer combination is not the same as driving your car alone. You should always reduce your normal driving speed when towing....
Whether you're in the middle of a project like moving or on your way to work or even just driving a short distance, do you wear your seat belt? Seat belt usage has grown exponentially over the past 25 years and now is at the highest percentage of...
It's the most wonderful time of the year.The wonderful baking smells permeating the air. Two days-worth of insane cooking; all consumed within 20 minutes! The ritual of selecting a tree (sometimes cutting it down ourselves) and putting it up with handmade...
You planned your move, rented your trailer and now it's time to pack! Looking at all your belongings and trying to fit them into a trailer can seem overwhelming, but with a little preparation, your job will be done in no time! Although you may just want to throw...
Packing tape? Check. Boxes? Check. Band-aids for the cut you got lifting the dresser? ...Check? Before you begin to pack up your moving truck or vehicle for your move, don't forget to bring an emergency moving kit as injuries can occur. Here's a list of some...
Grilling around the barbecue in the summer comes as naturally to most as does cooking on the stove. While grilling is great for creating distinct flavors and bringing family and friends together, unsafe grilling can damage property and can cause injury. According to...
Are you moving cross-country, or just taking a road trip to see the world? Road trips can be a lot of fun. I just went on a road trip from Minneapolis, Minnesota to Phoenix, Arizona over the course of 5 days. I had heard about the dangers of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)...
Moving into a home with gas appliances is one of the smartest decisions you can make. While a gas appliance may cost a few more dollars up front, the savings over time are great -- gas appliances costs range about half of what it costs to operate an electric stove on...
There are quite a few benefits to changing your locks after you purchase a new home. This is a relatively inexpensive but highly beneficial task that will help your new home feel safe and secure. So, if “change the locks” is on your long list of post move-in “to-dos,”...