Need to move, but don’t know where to start? Take this crash course from “about.com” on Moving and Packing!
For some people they’d rather give birth than move; while it ranks as one of my least favorite things to do, it doesn’t have to be quite so painful. The key to any good move is to know where you’re going, be organized and plan ahead.
Packing furniture in a truck can get a little tricky. You want to fit as much as you can efficiently right? Read this advice on eHow on how to efficiently pack your furniture in a moving truck.
Successfully packing furniture on a moving truck can help make the moving experience a more pleasant one. Proper packing will not only make unloading easier, but it will ensure the safety of your furniture as well as the person driving the moving truck. Follow the guidelines below to ensure you are packing your furniture properly.
Read more: How to Pack Furniture in a Moving Truck | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_4449848_pack-furniture-moving-truck.html#ixzz1mf4fIQY1
You’re planning a move, and you need some help. You have boxes of light stuff, but you also have heavy furniture and other objects that need to be move. Instead of straining your back, follow these simply tips that will help make your life easier.
The key to moving something heavy by yourself is to use more brain than brawn. First make sure the item – including any protruding parts – will fit through openings and around corners. Then give careful thought to how you can do the job with the least strain. Once you decide on a strategy, be patient; going slowly may take time, but it may also prevent injury. If necessary, find a helper. Here are some tips:
Planning on moving to Los Angeles. Easier said than done right? Heres some quick tips to help you going.
Los Angeles boasts dozens of neighborhoods within the city. Despite the smog, insane traffic and crowded neighborhoods, relocating to Los Angeles is something that thousands still do each year. Relocating comfortably to Los Angeles requires careful consideration.
Read more: How to Relocate to Los Angeles | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_4500643_relocate-los-angeles.html#ixzz1mUrG9H71
We have decided to start helping you guys with some simple packing tips, you may think that packing cups is pretty straight forward. But youd be surprised at the easy mistakes some people make.
Not to fear, We are here to help!
• With packing paper in place on the work table, position one cup six to eight inches from one of the corners.
• Now pull the near corner of the paper up and over the cup.
• Nest a second cup directly on top, with handle to left (second cup should “nest” itself in packing paper folded over the bottom cups).
• Pull the two side corners up and over, one at a time, and tuck corners inside the top cup.
• Hold the bottom and top cup in position and roll cups to the remaining corner. Fragile mixing bowls may be rolled in the same manner.
• Delicate cups, like china, should be wrapped one at a time. Antique glass or china should be stuffed with crumpled tissue and wrapped one at a time.
Really helpful video on some money saving tips for your move
DID YOU KNOW ?
* Over 40 million people move each year in the U.S. alone
* People who are moving spend more time during the 3 months surrounding their move than non- movers spend in 5 years.
* Relocating homeowners spend as much as $10,000 on “feathering the nest” purchases alone; relocating apartment dwellers spend around $4,000.
* Almost 40% of families who relocate involve two career couples.
* Over 15% of people moving are moving out-of-state.
Preparation And An Inventory Averts Trouble
• Take down ceiling fans prior to moving day. Movers will charge you for the cost of an electrician to do it.
• Purchase enough insurance to over damage to especially valuable items, or transport them yourself separately. Movers may not pay for damage to items you pack yourself.
• Hire a piano specialist to prepare your piano for the move. Service to a piano will add a hefty additional charge to your bill if the mover does it, and there’s a greater chance of damage.
• If you have many books, pack them yourself and mail them book rate to save significantly on the cost of your move.
• Grandfather clocks should be dissembled by a clock specialist prior to moving day.
• Ask the mover to inventory your items and check the inventory carefully to be sure everything is included.
• Check polished table tops and antiques for any existing damage (nicks and scratches) and note its exact location.
• Note down the location of all existing damage (worn areas, pulls) to fabric on furnishings.
• Disconnect the water to the washing machine and refrigerator and gas to the dryer and range prior to moving day to avoid a surcharge.
• Confirm on the inventory that all goods with moveable parts are fully operational prior to the move.
here is a helpful video, good tips on reinforcing your moving boxes
Moving can be traumatic for humans, but it is even far worse for household pets since most of their lives are limited to the inside of our homes.
Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make yourself and your pet’s move a whole lot easier at both ends and on the road.
Make sure you pack all the right things when traveling with your pet
• Veterinary records, certificates, and recent photos
• Medications
• Beds (pillows, towels, or other crate liners)
• Plastic bags and scoops for dogs
• Your pets’ usual foods and plenty of water from the home you’re leaving (changing their water source can be disorienting and upset their stomachs)
• Food and water bowls, a can opener, and resealable lids
• Leashes for cats and dogs
• Litterbox for cats
• Cage covers for birds and rodents
• Paper towels for messes
• Toys, chew bones, and treats
• Provisions for the first day at the new home
Make sure your pets have correct identification on at all times during the move. If traveling abroad make sure you check the regulations and requirements for moving with your pet. If your pet has an ID implant remember to have updated contact information