No matter how carefully you organize your household move, unexpected events that are beyond your control can happen throughout the relocation process. You've been anticipating and looking forward to the moving day for a long time and any difficulty or delay may cause additional stress and frustration. The truth is that certain situations cannot be prevented, no matter how trustworthy and professional your movers are. As much as we would like to have a smooth moving day, there are unforeseen circumstances we have no control over. Tips for avoiding moving day delays There's no doubt that moving house is one of the most stressful … [Read more...]
How to keep your home undamaged on moving day
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...]
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...]
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 to de-stress after a move?
Moving house is considered one of the most stressful life-changing events one can experience. With so many tasks to handle within a predefined time-frame, you are likely to end up both emotionally and physically drained once the move is completed. Hopefully the following suggestions will help you find your own way to de-stress after the household move. Relaxing after a household move - Whenever you feel anxious and overwhelmed take a few deep breaths. Free yourself of nervous tension by focusing on your breathing. With every inhale and exhale your heart beats will be slower and slower and your muscles even more relaxed. - Get back … [Read more...]
How to keep your sanity if you are moving in less than a week
Moving house is a stressful event even under normal circumstances, not to mention the pressure when you need to organize the entire move in less than a week. Relocating in a short time requires quick decisions and efficient reactions. Although organizing the whole move in one week seems too complicated, hopefully our tips will help you deal with the challenge and sort this unexpected situation out. Being short on time you will have to come up with an efficient moving strategy you can rely on throughout the process. Tips for planning a move in less than a week - Try to maintain a positive attitude. No matter how hard and hopeless the … [Read more...]
What’s the easiest way to move antique furniture?
If you are lucky to have rare pieces of antique furniture, you are probably aware that moving them to a new residence may be very challenging. Being valuable from artistic, practical and sentimental standpoint, antique furniture requires special approach during the household relocation. Moving expensive pieces of furniture on your own can be very risky, so in this case it's highly recommended to find specialty movers who will handle your precious items with the finest professional care. However, there are certain steps that you alone can take in order to make sure your relocation goes smoothly. Tips for moving antique furniture - … [Read more...]
Safety tips for NYC moving in winter
A cold and snowy weather doesn't have to be an obstacle when it comes to moving house. Although it's a perfect time to stay indoors and watch your favorite movie or drink tea, a winter move doesn't have to be a disaster. Being aware of possible problems and scenarios during the winter move you will be able to deal with them successfully or even prevent them. Although most of the household moves in NYC take place between May and September, some people would say that moving in the winter has its advantages. People who prefer cold weather are probably inclined to undertake similar actions (or those who are forced to move during the … [Read more...]
How to avoid possible delays when moving house
Putting down roots in a new city is a challenging process that starts with a life-changing decision to move house. A successful household move takes a lot of planning in advance, so in order to have a perfect moving day you need to invest a lot of time and effort. However, sometimes no matter how hard you try, things don't go according to plan and some unexpected situations may arise during the moving process. When you are about to move to another city, it's crucial to be prepared for sudden, unforeseen, sometimes unpleasant circumstances that may occur. An unexpected change of plans or sudden delays may add to your stress and … [Read more...]
How to enjoy holiday season while moving
Moving during the holiday season is not the scenario you hoped for when you were planning your festive activities. December is not the most convenient or desirable period to move house, but it doesn't have to be a disaster either. Sometimes you don't have much of a choice when it comes to setting the moving date. A household move is an important life event and if it's taking place during the holiday season, you should find a way to enjoy the holidays and perform a successful household move at the same time. Balancing your moving responsibilities with your private priorities and Christmas plans seems like a very difficult and … [Read more...]
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