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...
Whether you realize it or not, the move distance plays a major role when you’re moving to a new house or apartment. In relation to the distance between the two homes, you’ve got LOCAL MOVING : moving just across the street, moving within the same town or city, or moving to another place within the same state; CROSS-COUNTRY (INTERSTATE) MOVING : moving to another town or city in a different state in the country; INTERNATIONAL MOVING : moving to another country. And while the difficulty of the relocation will increase proportionally to the move distance, so will the cost of the residential move itself. When you’re moving locally, you need to remember that the moving company you hire will charge you by the hour . What that basically means is that if you’re familiar with the average cost of movers per hour, you’ll be able to calculate roughly how much you will pay in the end. What are the average hourly moving costs? Hiring local movers by the hour Hiring professio...
As a soon-to-be resident of Redwood City, surely you’re already wondering about the attractions and activities the area has to offer. From lush parks to exquisite local cuisine, there is sure to be something that grabs your attention. Since you won’t know the city well when you first move in, our Redwood City movers have provided some of their favorite spots. Some of these include: Bair Island: If you are an avid runner, this unique trail is the perfect retreat from the city. Part of a collection of islands in the marshland, this island is home to an abundance of wildlife and fantastic views that will keep your eyes as busy as your legs. Huddart Park: Huddart Park features hiking and riding trails, playgrounds, and barbequing spots all within the great Redwood Forest. Because there is so much to do, this part of the peninsula a hotspot among locals. Additionally, this park hosts a weekly event called “Bicycle Sunday.” Each Sunday, park goers can roller b...
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