Moving Day Tips

The big day is almost here. Browse our guides on what to pack last, how to stay organized, and how to keep moving day running smoothly from the first box to the last.

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Move-Out Cleaning Checklist: Room-by-Room Steps

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A move-out cleaning checklist is important for getting your security deposit back, preparing the space for the next tenant, and helping you keep track of often-forgotten cleaning tasks like scrubbing baseboards,... Read More

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Moving Day Survival Guide: What Should I Keep With Me?

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Moving into a new home is an exciting milestone, but it can also be overwhelming. Proper preparation can make the transition smoother and help you settle in quickly.

One of the most important steps in this process... Read More

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Preparing for Moving Day: 10 Ways to Make Your Movers' Lives Easier

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There are a lot of tips and tricks out there to streamline your move, but ultimately, the best way to prepare for movers is to have everything organized and ready to go before your movers arrive. This not only... Read More

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Should You Use Salt or Sand on an Icy Driveway?

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Although summer is the most popular moving season for several reasons, moving in the winter also comes with plenty of advantageslike scoring lower rates thanks to off-peak season pricing.

However, there's one... Read More

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Avoid Theft During Your Move

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Moving to a new place can feel liberating. Still, there’s one concern that can overshadow that excitement: someone walking off with your belongings during the move. Fortunately, a handful of best practices, like... Read More

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Can You Ride with Your Movers?

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The short answer is: no, you normally can’t ride with your movers in their truck. Most moving company policies prevent it because of liability concerns and insurance limitations.

Also, many moving trucks only have... Read More

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Do Movers Assemble and Disassemble Furniture?

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Yes, many professional movers will provide furniture assembly services. They’ll disassemble furniture before a move and reassemble it at your new home. However, certain items might not qualify. Movers handle... Read More

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Here's How the Pros Move in the Rain

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You'd hope rain would stay away on moving day, but until a weather machine is invented, moving in the rain remains a possibility. Unless the storm turns into a hurricane or flooding, most movers continue operating... Read More

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Do You Need Parking Permits for Moving in Denver?

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You’ve packed, labeled your boxes, scheduled movers, and checked your moving list twice. But what about parking? Denver’s busy neighborhoods, narrow streets, and metered zones can make parking a moving truck or port... Read More

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Do You Need Parking Permits for Moving in Charlotte?

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When you’ve packed every box, labeled every room, and scheduled your movers, the last thing you want to derail your moving day is costly fines. Charlotte's Uptown congestion and historic neighborhoods make curb... Read More

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Are You Supposed to Help Movers? What to Do While Movers Are Moving Your Stuff

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Here's a quick answer: No, you're not supposed to help movers lift boxes or carry furniture. While it can be awkward to sit around and watch someone else do the heavy lifting, your movers are trained for the job,... Read More

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Moving Permits 101: How To Get a Parking Permit for Moving

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A moving permit is official permission from the local government that allows you to park a moving truck legally. It's usually for a specific day, but it may be longer, depending on the terms.

If you live in a major... Read More

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Do You Need Parking Permits for Moving in Austin?

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If you’ve ever tried moving in Austin, you know the real challenge isn’t always the traffic. It’s finding a legal spot to park your moving truck that's close to your front door. You’ve planned your boxes, movers,... Read More