(English) Residential
Local Moving
Our local moves are made to simplify your life and make your moving day easy and hassle free. Whether your moving a one bedroom apt or a large family home our team is dedicated to giving you the best service from start to finish no matter how big or small the move is. We are pros at last minute moves and can gladly help you pick up & deliver purchases from local retailers. Call or request a quote online for your next move!
Packing & Unpacking
Packing and unpacking services are available upon request. Our specialized team will arrive before the scheduled move with all packing materials needed to pack any electronics, dish ware, mirrors, books, etc. Furniture and any large items that cannot be boxed will be prepared and wrapped. Our courteous and professionally trained team will arrive on Moving Day at the scheduled time to load up all items. A foreman will supervise the move while staying in regular communication with the client and coordinating any last-minute requests. Call or request a quote online for your next move!
Long Distance Moving
Please request a quote online or call to see if we are able to accommodate your long distance move. To strive for the service people expect from us, we are working on adding long distance moves as we continue to grow our fleet and staff here in the Rio Grande Valley.
Moving Protection
We know how important your household goods are to you, which is why we take care when handling your possession. Unfortunately, we understand that accidents may happen during the moving process which is why we are insured and offer our customers liability coverage for all their household goods. If you require additional insurance there are several insurance companies that will insure your items during a move for the full value.
Planning your Move
It is always important to have a plan before your move
1. Get organized early
Avoid leaving anything until the last minute. Unless you have to pack up and leave in a hurry, chances are you have between 30 and 60 days to make a plan and ensure that moving day runs smoothly. Create a countdown list and itemize everything you need to accomplish week by week.
2. Figure out your move strategy
How are you going to get from point A to point B on moving day? For shorter moves, you’ll either need to assemble some very nice friends with trucks or consider renting a truck for the day. If you have a big family to move or you’ll be moving long distance, you’ll want to price out moving companies.
3. Keep your movers in the loop
Boxes are one thing, but when you get to the big, heavy stuff, it’s important to let your movers know what to expect. Communicate with your moving company and explain all the requirements and expectations prior to booking; your mover has to be aware of all those minor details in order to estimate your total move time and cost, and have proper equipment available. That includes informing the company about any overweight items (i.e. a piano or fridge), access restrictions ( walk-up only, narrow driveway, 3rd floor apt etc) and whether you’ll need help with assembly and/or disassembly of furniture.
4. Pick the right transportation
If you’re moving a short distance, you may be able to get away with making more than one trip. But if you don’t have that luxury, you’ll need to make sure you have the right sized truck to transport all your belongings in one trip. Choosing the right sized truck is particularly important when moving farther away, as making several trips could be a an added expensive. We recommend using the following guidelines when determining the size of truck you’ll need for your move:
- In general, the contents of bachelor and one-bedroom apartments will fit in a 16′ cube truck.
- Two to three fully furnished bedrooms will require a 24′-26′ truck to ensure your move is completed in one load. Also assuming the furniture is not bulky and disassembled and all is properly packed in boxes.
- The contents of most houses can be moved in a 24′ truck with one or two trips. Depending on the size of your home prepare for a 2 day move.
5. Seize the opportunity to purge
Moving give you the chance to organize your belongings and get rid of items you no longer need or use. This can save you time and money as you will have less items to pack and transport. You can even make a little extra money by having a garage sale, putting furniture up for sale on a site like Craigslist, or you could donate your items to local charities and recycle any old magazines, catalogues or any old documents you no longer need just be sure to shred documents before hand.
6. Put together a packing kit
If more than one person is packing, stay organized by establishing a system and labeling every box and its contents to ensure nothing goes missing or misplaced. Have blank inventory sheets prepared so one person can tackle each area or room. Arm each packer with a pen, black marker, and packing materials, like newspaper, a packing tape dispenser and boxes.
7. Green your move
Moving day can generate a great deal of waste like cardboard, bubble wrap and newspaper. For items you’ll be storing even once you’ve moved in, opt for the reusable plastic bins you can purchase at stores like Home Depot or Walmart. These can be labeled to go directly into closets until you’re ready to deal with the contents. You can avoid cardboard for the rest of your belongings, too, by renting plastic bins from companies like Blue Bins Unlimited. You might also consider using older linens to wrap breakables.
8. Reuse boxes
You may still need a few cardboard boxes to round out your moving kit. A few weeks before you start packing, grab a few boxes each time you visit the grocery store. Keep in mind that smaller boxes are easier to carry when facing stairs and narrow pathways.
9. Take inventory
This is especially important if you’re hiring a moving company. Having a record of your household items is useful if something goes missing. Consider keeping a spreadsheet of the contents of each box. Then, assign each box a number and all you have to do is write that number on each side with the room it goes in. This not only help you keep track of all your items but will also help on moving day letting the movers know what rooms the items belong in.
10. Label everything!
Label all sides of the box (avoid the top). Whoever is carrying in your boxes might not make sure all labels are facing one way for your easy retrieval. Try labeling each side in marker so you can easily find what you need in a stack.
11. Pack in things you need to pack
You need to take your luggage with you. Why not use it as a box? The same goes for dresser drawers. You may need to remove them for transport, but if you don’t have too far to go, they can be helpful for light items. For delicate apparel that you don’t want to fold, using a portable wardrobe box is the way to go.
12. Prepare a moving day kit
Keep one box aside of “essentials” that you’ll need on moving day: cleaning supplies, light bulbs, toilet paper, garbage bags, a change of clothes, your toiletry bag, etc.
13. Be ready for your movers
Whether you have family or professional movers showing up at your door, be ready for them when they arrive. With a moving company, unless you hire packers, be ready and packed before the crew arrives. “Scrambling for boxes will delay your move and increase your cost.”
14. Protect your valuables
Find a safe place to store your valuables on moving day. Insure anything that’s valuable or breakable if you’re using a moving company. And if you’re moving a computer, do a quick backup of important files just in case something happens in transit. Jewelry should be packed and kept on your person.
15. Delay deliveries
If you’ve made some new purchases, such as a couch or dining room suite, schedule the delivery after moving day. That will help you focus your attention on moving day itself and will avoid any congestion between delivery people and the movers.
16. Don’t mistake belongings for trash
Try to avoid packing things in garbage bags. Well-meaning friends or family could accidentally throw them out on moving day.
17. Hook up essential services
Make sure you understand how utilities (gas, water, electricity) will be transferred over to you from a previous owner. Also, arrange to have your phone line, cable and Internet working if necessary.
18. Find a pet sitter for the day
If you have a pet that could be traumatized by a move, arrange to have them stay somewhere during moving day. If you’re hiring movers for a long-distance move, be sure to arrange your pet’s safe transport to your new home.
19. Make nice with your new neighbours
Start off on the right foot by informing your immediate neighbours that you’ll be moving in and what kind of moving vehicles you’re using. If you’re moving on a weekday, make sure your truck isn’t blocking anyone’s exit. If it’s wintertime, clear your driveway of snow and ice and make sure there’s plenty of room to park the moving truck. That’s essential on busy streets otherwise it could slow down your move … increasing your total cost.”
20. Treat your movers well
Whether you hired movers or friends and family, be sure to have food and drinks readily available for everyone. “On a hot summer day, your crew will appreciate a cold drink.