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Packing for a Move: Essential Guide, Tips & Timeline

Moving to a new home can be an exciting adventure, but the thought of packing up your entire life into boxes often feels overwhelming and stressful. The key to a successful move lies in proper planning, organization, and a few handy packing tips to make the process more manageable. Picture the satisfaction of settling into […]

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Moving House Timeline: How Long Does It Really Take?

If you are selling your current home and buying a new one, it will likely take several months to complete your move from the start to finish of that process. Once you find a home, it takes about 2-4 weeks for the mortgage approval, and another 6-10 weeks to complete the purchase

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Moving a Fish Tank: The Ultimate Guide for a Safe & Easy Move

Among all of the questions asked in any move, one of the most common is “how do you move a fish tank?” The answer is: carefully. It takes planning, and it takes the right equipment.  Moving a fish aquarium might seem like a challenge. Don’t worry. We know what to do.

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Safe & Easy Glassware Packing Tips for a Smooth Move

When thinking about the best way to pack glasses for moving, start with the right supplies.  To begin, you’ll need sturdy boxes.  A regular cardboard box will do, or you can purchase dish boxes, a cardboard box with thicker walls and a re-enforced bottom. 

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What Size Moving Truck Do I Need? [Size Guide & Tips]

You’ve made the decision: you’re going to do the move yourself.  You just need a truck.  Simple enough.  Before you rent, though, make sure that you’re choosing the right size vehicle for the job.  Renting something too small can be a nightmare.

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How to Pack Clothes for Moving?

Place hanging clothes in wardrobe boxes and put foldable garments in boxes. Remember to pack a suitcase to keep with you containing enough clothes to last until your belongings arrive from the movers.

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Do You Tip Movers?

When you hire a professional crew for moving, you should always tip each crew member at the end of the day. A good amount is usually 15-20% of each mover's pay for the day. This usually works out to around $20-40 per person per day. This is just a guideline and tipping more is always good.

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Tips to Find Moving Boxes

When you are preparing to move, one of the most important things you will need are moving boxes. This is a very basic moving supply that makes it easier to get your belongings from one place to another. Whether you are moving across the street or across the country, you will need at least some of them. So, what are the best ways to get them?

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The Ultimate Guide on How to Pack Fragile Items for Moving.

Imagine the scene: It's moving day, and you've just arrived at your new business premises. You unpack your first box and discover the antique vase that used to sit on your CEO's desk has smashed into a hundred pieces. It was an office heirloom — your CEO's most valuable "valuable." As the person who arranged your corporate move, you've got some explaining to do...

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