Month: April 2020

Are you preparing for a big move? Why not tackle spring cleaning too? Here are four tips from the pros to help you clean and prep for your move at the same time.

Tip #1: Downsize and Donate

Decluttering is always on the spring-cleaning to-do list, and it should be on the move prep list as well. Go through your drawers and closets and pull out things that no longer fit, that you no longer use, or that you don’t want anymore. Sell or donate these items to lighten the load for your move.

Tip #2: Clean as You Go

As you pack your belongings, dust and wipe them down before you put them in boxes. You don’t want to unpack dusty, dirty items when you get to your new home. Cleaning as you go will mean you’ll have a cleaner home when you get to your destination and unpack.

Tip #3: Clean Your House as You Pack It

Lots of people pay for move-out cleaning. Instead of packing and leaving things dirty, clean as you go, and you’ll leave a clean house behind and save money not using professional cleaning.

Tip #4: Get Organized

Spring cleaning usually includes getting organized. This is especially important if your spring cleaning goes hand in hand with a move. Get organized now, so your home and belongings are not in chaos when you get to your new home.

Getting tips from the pros can make a huge difference in how smoothly your move goes. At Nilson Van and Storage, our goal is to make sure your move goes off without a hitch. Contact us today to schedule your move, and for all the resources you need for a move that is simple and stress-free.

If you’re moving from one home to another, you’re probably starting the packing process. Before you end up with a bunch of broken belongings at your destination, learn how to pack your valuables and breakables. Take a look at these four tips for protecting your stuff in a move.

#1: Put Heavy Stuff on the Bottom of the Box

Putting heavy stuff at the bottom of your boxes will keep it from crushing things that are lighter and easier to crush or break. This is true for local moves and long-distance moves.

#2: Fill Gaps with Clothing and Linens

It’s hard to pack boxes without leaving some gaps. Instead of leaving space for stuff to shift and break, fill in the gaps with your towels, sheets, and clothes. It will get these items packed for the move while protecting your belongings in boxes.

#3: Use the Right Packing Materials

For dishes, glassware, and other breakables, make sure you use the right packing materials. Wrap plates in packing paper with paper in between the plates for cushion. Wrap glasses and other breakables in bubble wrap with packing paper around them to cushion them in the box.

#4: Don’t Leave Open Space

A common way for boxed belongings to break is when there is space left at the top of the box. When this happens, boxes stacked on top of it will cause it to crush, breaking things inside. Make sure to pack all boxes solidly to the top to protect what’s inside.

Instead of spending a lot of time packing and then worrying if you did it right, count on Nilson Van and Storage professional packers to do all of the packing for your big move. Contact us today for all of the information you need to prep for your move.

It’s moving season, and it can get overwhelming. Instead of letting it turn you into a stressed mess, take a look at these tips from the pros. They’ll help you master your move without pulling your hair out.

Tip #1: Schedule Ahead of Time

Scheduling your move as far in advance as possible is critical. The sooner you know your desired move date, the more likely you can get your movers scheduled on the day you want. It can also give you plenty of lead time for packing, organizing, and arranging for everything you’ll need for your relocation.

Tip #2: Buy Moving Supplies

Before you can move, you have to pack. Before you can pack, you have to have packing supplies. Pro tip number two is having the right supplies on hand for your move. Proper moving supplies include:

• Boxes
• Bubble wrap
• Packing paper
• Tape
• Box labels

Tip #3: Get Organized!

An unorganized move is a stressful move. Get organized ahead of time to reduce your stress and make your move easy and painless. This can include making a comprehensive to-do list, creating a schedule, gathering all of your moving supplies, numbering rooms and boxes, and delegating tasks to various family members.

Tip #4: Hire a Moving Company

Nothing makes a move easier than hiring the right moving company. They can help you with boxes and supplies, packing, timelines, and to-do lists. They can manage the process so you can focus on getting your family situated in your new home.

Looking for more tips from the pros so you can master your move? Contact the team of professional movers at Nilson Van and Storage today.