Damaging your home while moving in/out is the last thing you would like to experience during the relocation process. A lot of people going in and out and carrying heavy and cumbersome furniture pieces may cause damage to the floors, walls, fixtures, doors,... Both your current and the new home deserve special attention on moving day. The fact that you are moving out doesn't mean that you are allowed to leave your old home in poor condition. You will probably want your new home to look picture perfect, but remember that your old place is about to become someone's home too. A few simple steps will ensure that both of your homes are … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2017
Commonly forgotten tasks and expenses during the household move
As moving day approaches you will become more aware of how many costs and tasks are associated with relocation process. As it turns out, a pre-move period happens to be very busy and chaotic and it's easy to overlook some of the most important aspects of the move. Although it seems that you have compiled an endless moving checklist, chances are you are going to forget at least one task on the following list. While you are tackling one task at a time, keep in mind our suggestions. List of tasks people often forget to do before the move - Since we cannot memorize all moving tasks, it is highly recommended to customize your own moving … [Read more...]
How to properly unload a moving truck
Before the moving truck reaches its final destination, you need to take several steps to ensure a smooth and efficient move-in. - Have your new residence prepared for the moving day by making sure that all repair and maintenance works are completed by the time the moving truck arrives. - Obtain necessary permission to park the moving truck right in front of the building or book a parking space a couple of weeks in advance. - Book the elevator. Talk to a building manager and ask if there are internal restrictions as to when you are allowed to move in and for how long you can keep the elevator. - Create a detailed floor plan so … [Read more...]
Maintaining good family relationship when moving abroad
Maintaining long-distance relationships and staying connected with your friends and family after you move abroad is never easy. At some point many people find themselves moving far away from their loved ones, which can be really challenging for everyone involved. However, bare in mind that being far away from your loved ones doesn't mean that you cannot stay close. It's just that you will have to engage different approach and strategy to maintain your relationship even if you are miles away. The distance shouldn't put a strain on the relationship with your friends, family or partner. Staying connected with friends and family after … [Read more...]
Hiring professional packers for your upcoming move
As it turns out, packing your entire household for the upcoming move usually takes longer than expected. So many different tasks, large and tiny objects to tackle seem to make this phase of the relocation process very complicated, especially if you are moving on short notice. If your budget allows you to pay for extra services, professional packers should be the first on your list, along with the reputable moving company. Packing up your home for the move is probably one of the most important tasks on your moving checklist and, depending on how it's done, it may affect the entire course of your household move. In most cases, a … [Read more...]
Moving into a newly built home
Purchasing a brand new home is probably one of the most important investments you will ever make, so you need to make sure that everything goes according to the plan. After all, what could possibly go wrong if you are the first person to own the property and personalize it to your liking. With the moving day just around the corner, you are facing a lot of stressful situations regarding selling or renting out your old home or coming up on the end of a lease. Moving into a brand new home means that no one but you has lived there and you don't need to perform any major repair works prior to the moving day. Furthermore, you are likely … [Read more...]
Room by room packing and moving tips
If not planned properly, a household move can cause a series of unpleasant situations and difficulties. Hiring local movers may significantly relieve the moving stress, but if you are a good planner you can also pack up your entire household like a professional. Our comprehensive guidelines will help you pack your household belongings step by step and move to the new location in no time. Each room should be considered as a unique task that requires special approach. Although a household move is an undertaking we never look forward to, we all should have an efficient plan of action when it comes to packing the entire household room … [Read more...]
Spring cleaning before moving
Are you ready to freshen up your home and give it a proper spring cleaning before you move to another location? According to many people, spring is the ideal time to sell or move house and make a fresh start elsewhere. Spruce up your home and clean it from top to bottom this spring in order to make it more appealing to the prospective renters or buyers. Spring cleaning is quite a project and you need to have a proper approach to get the job done thoroughly and clean the areas that need special attention and care. Make your home look impeccable by following some of our suggestions. Spring cleaning tips - Reduce the clutter and … [Read more...]
How to pack and move the master bedroom
When planning a household move, your main goal is to organize and execute it as smoothly as possible. Setting your moving priorities is just one of many decisions you will need to make during the relocation process. A detailed moving checklist will help you stay on track in terms of moving duties and responsibilities as well as an assistance of some of the best moving companies in NYC. Once you establish which room needs to be packed first you can create your own moving timeline and act accordingly. Tips for packing a master bedroom for a move Since your bedroom will be occupied until the moving day, you shouldn't rush to pack it … [Read more...]
How much money to save before moving house
It's no secret that moving house can drain your wallet. How much you are going to spend on your big household move depends on several factors - how far away you are moving, when you are moving and if you are moving with the professional moving company or on your own . While some moving expenses are obvious, others may be easily forgotten or ignored, which may lead to further misunderstandings and unpleasant surprises. When planning a household move, it is extremely important to understand benefits of an accurate moving budget. Managing your finances in a logical way and setting up a budget on time will help you be better prepared … [Read more...]
