Because, let’s face it, moving’s stressful. And expensive. And did we mention stressful ? It’s no wonder most people eventually decide to ditch the DIY approach and hire professionals. But that doesn’t mean the stress goes away. There are plenty of things that could go wrong. To make the day go as smoothly as possible, you need to know how your movers work best—which includes when you should be there, when you can pitch in, and when you need to get the heck out of the way . We quizzed some movers on their biggest pet peeves when it comes time for moving day. Here are seven things you need to know. 1. Don’t be afraid to do your homework—in person “Our industry has a horrible reputation, and we’ve earned it,” says Aaron Steed , CEO of Southern California’s Meathead Movers . “There are good guys and there are bad guys, and it’s really hard to tell at the time of estimate.” Every company is going to put its best face forward during the estimate proce...
Ask any emergency room doctor, moving day (and the days building up to the move) can be dangerous. If you take the right precautions, though, you can prevent that trip to the emergency room. Save Your Back Your back is one of the most vulnerable parts of your body, and we’ve seen people tweak their backs after lifting small boxes, not just heavy furniture. Remember to always lift from the knees, not from the back. Also, it’s a good idea to use a back brace on moving day. Save Your Knees After running up and down stairs, and back and forth to and from my car, our last moving day just about killed my knees, and they take months to heal. Knee pads and knee braces can be lifesavers during a move. At the very least, invest in some sleeves to help support your knees. Save Your Ankles Ankles rarely give you any notice before you injure them, so it’s important to be very careful. Don’t move too fast. Take slow, deliberate steps when carrying things. If you are the one who gets ...
According to a recent Gallup poll, 33 percent of Americans wish they could move out of state. Whether you are a recent college grad or a midcareer professional, pulling up roots and moving to a new state comes with its share of headaches. Is it better to hire a mover or rent a truck? How will you insure your belongings during transit? What expenses will your new employer cover? Before you break out the boxes and shipping tape, consider these 10 ways to simplify the moving process. Make a Budget and Start Saving Shipping, gas, hotel and insurance costs pile up quickly. Add security deposits for renting and starting utilities in your new home, and it becomes clear that moving requires quite a few upfront expenses that can drain your bank account. Making a budget and a savings plan to cover the costs will help smooth the transition, but don’t rely on the security deposit from your old place to cover those costs. It often takes weeks and sometimes longer for a landlord to refund you...
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