When it comes to a move abroad, there are two mistakes that are often made – either the person tries to take everything with them, or they try to store everything they are leaving behind. Both mistakes can result in unnecessary expenses and hassles. The following guide can help you decide what to leave behind and what you should do with it.
Furniture
In many cases, it doesn’t make sense to move your furniture. Read More»
You’ve read all of the advice columns and listened to your friends warn you for the last few months—you know you’re supposed to have started packing weeks ago. Yet, your moving day is just around the corner and you have yet to put anything into a box. Take a deep breath, and try not to panic. You’re not the only procrastinating packer out there! Here are some key tips to ensure you get everything packed away in time for your move without tearing your hair out. Read More»
Whether you are fed up with having a cluttered basement, attic, and garage or you are in between moving homes and don’t have the room to store personal belongings, self-storage units are an ideal storage alternative. If you have chosen to store your belongings in a storage unit that is not climate controlled, one of the most dreaded problems you may encounter is having excess moisture in the unit. Too much moisture can cause significant damage to a variety of materials, including paper, wood, and cloth. Read More»
When you think of “bad moving weather,” snowstorms and rainstorms probably come to mind first. But moving during a heat wave can present just as much of a challenge. Not only do you have to protect your items from the scorching temperatures and searing sunlight, but you have to keep yourself and your helpers safe, too. Follow these tips to ensure your items make it in one piece and you don’t end up in the hospital with heat stroke. Read More»
Your boat was a major investment, and it is important to keep it safe from routine causes of damage. Unfortunately, some new boat owners do not realize that they may be making a few mistakes when storing the boat during the winter. By making these common errors, you are increasing the chances that the boat will experience major problems the next time you want to use it. Luckily, following these three tips will help your boat avoid some of these problems. Read More»