When making a long-distance move, it is easy to get caught up in the process of going through all your belongings and packing them up safely. However, you also need to accomplish additional moving tasks, beyond packing, before your move-out date. Here are five items to put on your To Do List. 1. Change Your Address [...]
Some seasons of the year are wetter than others. If rain is in the forecast on your moving day, you need to prepare for the worst so you can avoid accidents like slips, falls and damage to your belongings. Here are some tips for protecting your belongings from water and protecting yourself from potential injuries. Cover Items With [...]
Even though standard cardboard boxes have helped millions of people move over the last several decades, modern movers have another option. Plastic bins or containers are becoming an increasingly popular option. If you're considering switching from cardboard to plastic, take a look at what these bins can do for you and your move. Moisture Barrier [...]
As an adult, you probably have mixed emotions about moving. You're excited to start life in a new neighborhood, but you're also sad to leave certain people and places behind. Your children probably feel similarly about the move, but since they are younger, they may have a harder time managing their emotions. If you're able to [...]
At first, packing up your accessories and wardrobe may seem simple. After all, most clothing folds easily and fits into a suitcase or box. However, when you're moving to a new home, you need to be a little more organized so your clothes won't wrinkle or get compressed. You'll also find that clothes and shoes quickly [...]
For an art collector, moving can present a special type of challenge. Your collection is your baby, and treating it with the kindest care is an absolute necessity. Whether your art has sentimental value or real market value, here's what you need to know about moving it safely. Wrap the Art Before packaging paintings, photos, collages [...]
If your child has sensory processing disorder, a neurological condition that causes your child to filter sensory information in a unique way, a household move can come with additional challenges. The unpredictability of SPD can make it difficult for your family to change its normal routine without upsetting your child — and moving will obviously disrupt the [...]
Going to college can be a stressful event. Whether you're starting your first year or returning after summer break, moving everything into a dorm or other type of college housing can be a challenge. These tips can help make your move to college this fall a little less stressful. Sort, Declutter and Purge Dorm rooms [...]
While many things are easy to toss into a box when moving to a new place, one item that you need to take special care of is the china cabinet. Not only is the china inside very delicate, but the cabinet itself requires some special preparation to move it safely. Here are a few tips for [...]
If you currently live in a cooler or moderate climate and are about to move somewhere hot, you need to be prepared for the upcoming change. The heat presents a number of challenges for packing and moving, and you must also plan ahead to make sure you have everything you need for life in a [...]