New York City is undoubtedly a great place to live. The reasons are too many to list, but suffice it to say that there’s literally nothing else like it on the planet. However, if you, for one reason or another, feel you might need a break from the city that never sleeps and/or are looking…
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Moving is a big job, no matter how hard you try, there are some things you just can’t get around. While there are inevitably some things that you can scratch from your to-do list just as quickly as you write them on, packing isn’t one of them. Whether you’re…
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Nothing says Fresh Start like a fresh clean space. Hopefully, you followed our tips for move preparation and packing. If you did, you’ll have gone through the step of sorting and downsizing your items. A good purge in your current home can help set the stage for a new beginning. Of course, a good purge is only the…
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Looking to make a move to NYC, but have kids in tow? Visions of the life of a New Yorker don’t typically conjure up playdates and after-school activities. Thanks to Hollywood, most of us imagine nightlife, broadway, glamorous brunches, and maybe some action-packed chase scenes. Thankfully, that’s nowhere near a complete picture of what NYC has…
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The answer depends on both the piano and the people involved. Specialist piano movers will be able to do more with fewer people and they’ll know exactly what it takes to safely move any piano, from the smallest Spinet Piano to the biggest Concert Grand. Be warned- most everyday moving companies don’t have a lot of experience…
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Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones that once the neighbors saw the moving truck, they were at your doorstep—casserole dish in hand. More than likely, this wasn’t the case and you’ll have to reach out to your neighbors to settle in your new neighborhood. 1. FIND OPPORTUNITIES Create opportunities for conversation and be the first to say…
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Things get crazy on moving day. Stuff breaks, the movers are late, you come across a drawer you thought you’d emptied. You get the picture. There’s no way to predict what kind of shenanigans are in store, so the best you can do is be prepared and have the right supplies for those just-in-case moments on the horizon. MOVING SUPPLIES We’ve…
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Before moving day ever gets here you’re already frazzled. You’ve rented a truck, met with movers, consulted utility companies, done a million other things and now you need to finish packing. Moving is tricky enough for us humans so imagine how confusing it is for your pets when things inside the home start getting shuffled…
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As a midwesterner, you enjoy your outdoor furniture when the sun is out and the humidity is low. Of course you’re going to take it all with you when you move, but how do you pack your outdoor pieces? As a professional moving company, we know all about moving the odds and ends of your…
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If you’re like one in every five American families, you’ll be making a move this year. Since moving can feel like an organizational hazard, the best thing you can do is start getting things in order as early as possible. The thought of packing up everything you and your family own is daunting, especially when…
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