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Strap Your Items Securely During Your Move

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

Potential problems can easily arise when furniture is not strapped properly to the bed of your truck. It is essential that you take precautions when moving to and from locations when you are carrying heavy loads. Be sure to strap your furniture with secure straps to prevent harm from happening to your items or others on the road.

One option you can take is to hire professional movers. Professional moving companies have equipment that helps them load items to and from your home safely. They are trained on how to properly pack a moving truck so items will transport well.

If you decide to move your possessions in your own vehicle, remember to strap down your objpickup-motorcycle-tie-downs-anchorsects that have a possibility of moving around. A lot of damage can happen when things aren’t strapped down properly. Pay special attention to heavy items that can damage the other packages or even fall out of the bed of your truck if moved around too much.

Ratchet tie-downs work well for bulky items. They can keep even the largest of items from sliding around in your truck. If you are transporting riding lawn mowers or motorcycles, ratchet tie-downs are a good investment.

Other straps can work well for your move as well. Bungee chords are inexpensive and work great for small items, like bicycles or push lawn mowers. Ropes are another option, though you need to be certain that the knots are tied properly and won’t come undone.

There is certain amount of risk involved when transporting larger items. Be sure that your straps are tight and aren’t loose. The more straps you have on the object the more secure the item will be.

There is always a risk of an accident or injury happening when an item accidentally comes loose. There is little immediate danger to you, as a driver, but loose objects prove to be dangerous for the other cars out there on the road. Drive slowly while you have items in the bed of your truck.

Be aware that the stronger your chords are, the sturdier and more secure your load will be. You can find good quality bungee chords at most departments stores. There are also some professional moving companies that rent out their straps with their equipment, so that is another option if you want to look in to it.

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Furniture That Requires Extra Care During a Move

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

There are certain items in your home that will need extra care when moving. These items need to be moved by competent movers that will handle them delicately and appropriately. Professional movers are a good investment for these sensitive items because they are already trained to remove these items.

Larger furniture items tend to break off easier during moves. Be sure to plan ahead and pack breakable and sensitive items correctly to ensure their safety on your drive. Here are some ideas of different furniture that requires extra care during a move.

Moving a piano can be really difficult- professional help is a good idea

Moving a piano can be really difficult- professional help is a good idea

Piano – A piano is one of the most difficult items for a mover to move. They are very delicate and awkward because of their shape and size. Find a mover that is specifically trained and experienced with moving pianos to ensure the best moving care.

Stove – Make sure your stove is disconnected before your move. Remove anything that can fall off, such as removable coils, and place them in their own separate box. When you are moving your stove be sure that all gas lines are properly secured.

Television – Televisions are also a risky object to move. They need to be packaged very carefully to avoid a break with the screen. Screens can break easily, so be sure to have a lot of protective padding around the television set before risking a move.

Washer and Dryer – These items both need to be handled with a lot of precaution. They are huge, bulky items and can be real headaches to move. Professionals have equipment to handle these large items and will do a good job with moving them from your home.

Freezer and Refrigerator – Its a good idea to defrost your refrigerator and freezer at least 2 days before your move. This will help keep the musty smell from settling in. Remove all shelves ansewingd package them in a separate box so they don’t break off mid-way through the move.

Sewing Machine – This item doesn’t need extra attention for small, local moves. If you are traveling long distance, however, it is a good idea to make sure it is properly packaged. Place paper or padding all around the machine, as well as in between the lid and base, to be sure there isn’t any unnecessary rubbing that will damage it during the move.

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Moving a Piano

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Pianos are a beautiful instrument and decoration for you home. It can be frustrating if you are moving through because out of everything your piano might be the most difficult. Here are some tips that will help you move your piano without damaging it.

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The first thing that you will want to do is figure out the exact trail of where you are going to move the piano to get it out the door and into the truck. You want to do this first because you will have to measure the piano as well as the door ways to make sure that you will be able to move the piano on it’s side to exit it out the house.

Pianos can be very heavy and difficult to move. You might have to rent a dolly or even a hydraulic lifter. It might even be a smart thing to bring in some professionals that will be able to help you with their experience.

Before you actually start moving the piano make sure that all the accessory items or anything else is moved out of the path so that you have a clear way to exit. You want to make sure you have enough people to do this to. It can be very frustrating trying everything but not being able to really do anything do to lack of manpower.

If you are really scared of your piano getting scratches it is best to wrap it with bubble wrap after you are done moving it outside. You don’t want to wrap it before hand because than it can be even more difficult to move.

Once your path is clear you are ready to move your piano. Remember that the legs are very weak points and that you can easily hit and ruin them. It is really smart to have one to two people just watching and making sure that the piano doesn’t hit anything.

The number one rule of moving a piano is to make sure that you move it endways. Another good reminder is to make sure that you bend your legs and take the strain off of your back as you pick up the piano and place it on a dolly.

Move the piano slowly. This isn’t a job that can be done too quickly because usually that’s when you will damage your piano. If you follow these simple rules you will find that your piano will be in perfect condition as you bring it from your old home to your new one.

This is a big job and you can never be too careful with something as expensive as a piano. Bring in some moving professionals that will help insure that your piano won’t receive any scratches or wont be ruined by moving it. They will know what they are doing and have done it plenty times before.

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Packing Odds & Ends

Friday, August 21st, 2009

When we are packing up, a lot of times we end up losing a lot of little items that we could have sworn we had but couldn’t find them after the move. This can be frustrating because we end up going out to the store to buy them and then find it a week later in an obscure box.

Often when moving, you're left with a bunch of odds and ends

Often when moving, you're left with a bunch of odds and ends

Going out and buying little things here and there after the move can start adding up to hundreds of dollars. If we pack properly this all can be avoided.

You have little items all over your home in different rooms that can get lost very easily. Get a box and label it odds and ends and then state from which room. Then wrap all those little items from that room in one box.

You might find that some rooms like the office and bedroom might have more odds and ends than your other rooms. You’ll have to buy more boxes for them then. Just to make sure that everything is organized and that you aren’t missing any boxes, write down odds and ends from which room followed by a box number.

Then, when you are making the move into your new apartment or home, you can simply move each box into the room that is stated on the box. You’ll know you are missing a box if you can only find box 1 and 3 from the bedroom.

Following this simple layout will make sure that you can find all of the odds and ends in your home, as well as make everything a nice and organized process.

You can even go the extra mile by marking on the outside exactly what should be found on the inside. There are so many different ways to pack up your odds and ends. Find a system that works well for you but always make sure that it is an organized one.

Once your packed, if you need help hauling your stuff to your new location, call a professional mover to help out. Two Man Movers offers a free estimate.

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How to Pack Your Goods

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

When it is time to pack up everything in your home in preparation for your big move, there are a few things to keep in mind as you pack your valuables. Because of my own personal experience moving a lot, I’ve jotted down a few things that I’ve found important to know.

Selecting the right box will greatly help your packing and move

Selecting the right box will greatly help your packing and move

I think it’s important to think about the size of box that you are using. I’ve made the mistake of using large boxes for things that should have been put into small boxes, as well as placing things into small boxes that I could have got away with packing into larger boxes.

I love boxes and am really starting to build a large collection of them in my home. The last time I moved I got a huge box, obviously without thinking, and started placing all my favorite books in it. Well, before I knew it, my large box was completely full and I couldn’t pick it up.

Because we were in such a hurry, and all my other boxes were taken, I had to deal with my mistake. The large box had to be moved by two or three men and was way too heavy to be on top of anything, yet, I didn’t want anything placed on top of it to possibly ruin them.

If I had properly prepared, I would have taken more time thinking before about exactly how many boxes I needed. I would have also gone through all my rooms and looked through my stuff to see not only exactly how many I would need, but also the sizes and packaging supplies I would need.

If you are planning on packing heavy but small items in boxes, you need to be buying a lot of small boxes to place them in. Small boxes should be filled with such items as books, and canned food.

Large boxes are great to have as well and can be filled with things like clothing, blankets, towels and rugs. Really, anything that is light but more bulky.

Just ask yourself as you are packing if the box will be easy or difficult to carry. Always remember to secure the bottom of the box and make sure that it will be able to handle any weight that you place in it. It might be smart to place tape on the bottom at the seams so nothing can possibly fall through.

If you need more moving advice, or help getting from here to there, contact Two Man Movers today for a free estimate.

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Tips for Packaging Clothes for Your Move

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

Most of us don’t have the room, or desire, to pack along an iron with us during our travels. Yet keeping clothes looking nice and not like a wrinkled mess is an art that many of us do not know how to achieve when packing.

There are a few simple packing tips that can help ensure your clothes maintain the appearance you are hoping for. packing_2

Roll your clothes. Rolling your clothes keeps wrinkles from setting into your clothes, and keeps creases from strongly forming so all you have to do is give your clothes a little shake and you will be ready to go.

You can also fold your clothes together. By folding together two or more garments it gives each pair some cushion, making it less likely to crease or wrinkle in the folds.

Another way of protecting your clothing from wrinkles is using tissue paper. For your delicate items place tissue paper on top of the item and fold it up with the tissue paper inside. It is a more gentle way of folding your clothes with something else by adding more cushion to that article of clothing.

Pack your jeans or other clothing you choose not to roll on the bottom of your suitcase. It is a good idea to place your heavier items on the bottom of the suitcase too because you do not want to place them on top to wrinkle or press down on your other clothing.

Rolled up clothing should go on the top layers of your suitcase. You need to place your most delicate clothing articles on the top.

If, once your done packing, you are lucky enough to have some room to spare in your suitcase fill it up with something lightweight. You don’t want things to be too loose and have your clothing unfold or unroll.

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Packing the Glass with Care

Thursday, August 13th, 2009

Moving can be such an exciting part of your life. You’ve found that new home or apartment, and you’re ready to start a new chapter in your life. As exciting as the move can be, I dread Glass 1packing, and I’ve always struggled to find ways to do it to protect everything I have.

Sometimes we just want to hurry through packing just to get it done, but when we do that, we open our boxes up at our new home to find out that some of our precious items weren’t so well packed. We all have glass something in our homes and they are usually the things that break the easiest. In order to avoid that, I’ve listed some great advice or packing tips on how to pack and preserve your glass items.

First, find good cushion packing wrap. There are so many to choose from and every type will have fit to different needs. I’ve used newspapers and a lot of paper before to give it a good cushion space.

Next, depending on what type of glass you are wrapping, find a box or telescoping carton that is right for the size and shape. If you pack you glass with a lot of other items you can forget to mark it or it can get broken during the move from loose items that are packed with it. I will actually keep the original boxes that I bought them in, as well as the packaging to make sure that they are packed safely.decorative-glass

That leads us to our next tip. If you have a lot of glass items that you would like to pack together, make sure that you wrap them all separately. You can’t have anything loose. This means you also should be packing the box with a lot of paper or some kind of cushion so that all things in the box are prevented from moving.

Never use tape to tape certain glass items together. The tape will leave a sticky residue that will take long hours of hand washing to take it off. Just wrap things up tightly.

Mark all fragile boxes. This may sound like a no brainer but you will be surprised at how many times you’ll forget when all the packing starts. It’s so important to have these things marked for yourself or for those that are helping you move.

Hopefully if you choose to pack everything up and move things yourself, you will be able to find success with these tips. If you find that you are too overwhelmed, call some moving experts to both help you pack everything up or to just help you move.

Learn more about packaging glass with this short video tutorial:

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Keeping Mirrors Safe During a Move

Thursday, August 13th, 2009

Mirrors can be one of those really expensive items that you don’t ever want to unwrap after you move to find it broken. The anticipation of packing and moving can already be bad enough, you don’t want to have to worry about how your mirrors are doing the whole way to your new home.Mirror

We want our moving to be a great experience. The best way to ensure that would be to pack everything correctly. With mirrors, as well as with framed pictures and portraits, there are things we can do that will ensure that they arrive to our new home in perfect condition.

The first thing that you want to do is to take some masking tape and tape an X across the frame of the glass or the large mirror itself. This is for safety purposes just in case you drop it or if a box hits it, or any other items you are moving it with.

Next, wrap the mirror or frame up with clean paper or newspaper to give it added cushion. If you are wrapping up a painting that has no glass over it, don’t use newspaper only clean paper.

If you want added protection, use bubble wrap to make sure that everything stays in place.

You also need to find a telescoping carton or another packaging that is flattened and will fit the item you wish to pack snuggly You don’t wan to pack it in something where it will have too much room to slid around in.

One of the worst things anyone can do at this point is lay the mirror or frames down flat. When you do this people are tempted to place other boxes over them, or even step on them. Always lay the box down on the edge.

Lastly, it is always smart to label your mirrors fragile so that everyone knows to be especially careful with that item.

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Packing a Television

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

There are a few priceless possessions that you want to keep safe during a move, and if you are like me your television set is one of them. Properly packing your television will ensure its survival on the road and back into your home again.

The easiest way of packing your television is simply by putting it back in its original box. Normally the box has foam blocks that are there to support and secure your television in a way that makes it a lot easier to pack and move. Since it was packaged for that particular television it will fit more snugly and support your television the best.50hdx82

If you no longer have the original box your television came in you can still find boxes to fit your television. The best places to look are normally at your local moving dealerships, such as Uhaul. They also have a lot of good packing supplies, such as bubble wrap or moving pads, to help keep your television secure.

Once you have the packing supplies you would like to use, make certain you use the bubble wrap, pads, towels, etc around the television before you secure the television inside the box. The tape I like to use best is painters tape, as it doesn’t do any damage to your television when you take that off.

If you cannot find a large enough box to fit your television make certain that you use a lot of packing material. The best material to use would be ones that will help absorb shock, such as bubble wrap. Placing card board over the screen of your television will give it added protection from scratches.

When moving your television be certain to have another person there to help you move it. Televisions can be a lot heavier than we expect and having an extra person there to help put it in its box or move it to your vehicle will help make sure it doesn’t get dropped.

When moving your television make sure it is always in an upright position. Never place a television on its side. Whether or not your particular television manual states it or not, televisions weren’t meant to be on their sides and can handle traveling a lot better in their normal, upright position.

By securing your television by properly packaging it, you are ensuring its survival during your move. It will be back in its new place before you know it, without a scratch or dent to be seen.

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