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Trucks are less expensive to rent during middle of the month & middle of the week. Friday & Saturday are most expensive days by far.


Save time & your back by using a cleared-off table top or counter in each room for packing boxes, you get more accomplished & save energy.


Get the best rates on your next move by moving mid week or mid month. On these typically slower days, moving companies may offer discounts.


Pack electronic equipment in original box or use lots of padding, preferably bubble wrap, & pack tight in a box so it doesn’t move around.


Don’t under or overfill boxes or they won't stack properly. Fill empty spaces with towels, clothes, paper etc. & be sure top fits on square.


Large appliances: Check owner’s manual for weight & dimensions to determine manpower needed to safely move & if disassembly is necessary.


By law, moving companies can’t transport hazardous materials such as gasoline or anything termed combustible, corrosive, or flammable.


Moving Fridge/Freezer: Combat moisture & keep fresh by putting baking soda, coffee or charcoal in a sock or nylon stocking & placing inside


Packing Boxes: Save time & your back, use a cleared-off table/counter in each room. You’ll find you get more accomplished and save energy.


Lock pets in a room during move, while this can be confusing & frightening for them, better that then they are underfoot & get hurt or lost.


Moving can be stressful for pets or worse with the comings and goings could get out & lost if possible leave with a friend on moving day.


If you plan on cleaning old home yourself, leave the power & water on for a day or 2 past move date so you can come back & clean when empty.


2.) Never back up without a friend on the ground spotting. 3.) Anticipate your stops & allow yourself 3 times the braking time as normal.


Driving a rental truck? Avoid the 3 most common accidents: 1.) Watch above, you need at least 12 feet clearance so no fast food drive thru.


Protect valuables: money, jewelry, guns, passports/important documents, laptops, tablets, etc. Pack in personal vehicle or on your person.


Check with your renters or homeowners insurances before move to see your coverage, sometimes a small upgrade can get you great protection!


Keep items organized by room & labeling boxes by category will help make the transition into your new home smoother.


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