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4 Spring Cleaning Tips from the Pros to Prepare for Your Move

Posted on April 23, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

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.

4 Tips for Protecting Your Stuff in a Move

Posted on April 16, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

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.

Master Moving Season: Tips from the Pros

Posted on April 9, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

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.

Key Benefits of Moving in the Spring

Posted on April 2, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

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If you’re planning a move this spring, you may or may not know that you’ve picked the best season to relocate. Here are some of the key benefits of moving in the spring.

The Weather is Usually Good

Spring weather is ideal for moving. Unlike the scorching days of summer or the cold, blustery days of fall and winter, spring is generally mild. This makes for perfect moving weather. You might experience some rain, but spring moving usually means no weather delays or dangerous travel.

Beat the Summer Prices

The majority of moves take place during the summer months. This is peak season for people moving as well as for moving companies, which is why summer is when moving prices are the highest. You can beat rising moving costs by doing yours during the spring. Not only that, but you’ll also have greater access to the move schedule you want because moving companies have greater availability in the spring months.

Get Spring Cleaning and Moving Done at the Same Time

Moving means cleaning out cupboards, closets, dressers, and basements. So does spring cleaning. When you move in the spring, you can get both done in one fell swoop. Moving in the spring also means you’ll be ready to relax when summertime rolls around.

Are you planning a move to a new home? Spring is the best time of year for a relocation. From mild weather to flexible scheduling with a moving company, you’ll get the biggest bang for your buck by getting out of your old home and into your new before summer. When you’re ready to schedule your spring move, contact the team of moving professionals at Nilson Van and Storage today.

4 Tips to Make Your Office Relocation Go Smoothly

Posted on March 26, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

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Worried about planning your office relocation? We’ve got the info you need to bring your stress level down.

You don’t have to lose sleep over your office relocation. We have some great tips to make it go smoothly. Take a look at our four favorites.

#1: Plan Ahead

The sooner you can start planning your office move, the better. You’ll feel more organized, less stressed, and you’ll be able to book your commercial movers when you want them, instead of when they’re available.

#2: Get it On the Calendar

It’s critical to book your moving company as soon as you can. Not only will it ensure you get to use your company of choice, but it will allow ample time for them to help you through the process.

#3: Set a Budget

You must set a budget and stick to it. A reliable moving company can give you an accurate quote for your move, which will provide you with a guide for spending. Sticking to the budget can help reduce your stress and the stress on your company’s bottom line.

#4: Make Plans for Your Technology

Make sure you include your IT department in your move logistics and planning. You want to be up and running as soon as you hit the floor at your new location. Including IT in the planning can reduce your downtime and keep your business humming along with only minor delays during your move.

If a move to a new location is in your company’s future, don’t panic. With foresight, careful planning, and the right team of professionals in your corner, it can be smooth sailing. Office moves are more complex than residential moves, but at Nilson Van and Storage, we’ve got you covered. We have years of experience with office relocation and can get your business from one location to another without a hitch. Contact us today to schedule your free assessment and quote.

3 Things You Need to Know About Warehouse Moves

Posted on March 19, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

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A warehouse move is no small feat, but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Use these tips to help get you through it without a glitch.

If your business is warehousing and your growth means it’s time for a move to a bigger location, don’t panic. Warehouse moves can be daunting, but we’ve got some tips that can help make it smooth sailing. Take a look at three things you need to know about warehouse moves.

#1: Find the Right Moving Company

The moving company you choose can make or break your warehouse relocation. Choose one with plenty of experience with commercial moves and logistics, including warehouse moves. Get referrals from other industry professionals, check reviews online, and make sure you spend some time talking to them about their process. Make sure it’s a good fit for your business.

#2: Get Organized

Knowing your inventory, what your numbers are, and the weight of what you want to move will help in the process. Since most moving companies charge by weight, any excess inventory or overstock you can sell or get rid of before the move will save you on the overall cost.

#3: Get Your Employees on Board

Your employees can be a huge help during a warehouse move. Get them involved by assigning tasks, delegating jobs, and having them help with packing. The more hands on deck, the better.

If your business is moving its warehouse to a new location, it can seem overwhelming. At Nilson Van and Storage, we have the experienced team you need to make it go off without a hitch. Contact us today for a free estimate and help with logistics for your warehouse move.

The Surprising Complexities of Commercial Moves

Posted on March 12, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

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Commercial moves are a whole different animal than residential moves. We have the insight into the logistics behind them.

Is your company gearing up for a commercial move to a new location? Before you get started on the planning process, you should understand the complexities involved in moving a business. It helps to know what’s involved before you jump in. We’ll break it down for you.

Understanding the Timeline

Businesses have to stay open, even during a move. To reduce the downtime and any potential drop in productivity, it’s important to understand the process and what steps to take first.

Have a professional moving company assess your business, the space you’re moving from, and the space you’re moving to. They can evaluate everything that needs moving from one location to the other to build an accurate quote.
Set your moving date. Having a date for your move can help you build a timeline and allow you to book your moving company.
Get your employees on board. Notify them of the move, the dates, and the timeline. This will give them time to prepare themselves and their work schedules for any delays or downtime.
Begin packing personal items and prepare everything else for the moving company to pack and prep.

Keep Your Electronics and Equipment in Mind

Allow the professionals to pack and move any electronics, computer equipment, and other technology to ensure it stays in order and arrives in one piece.

Installations at Your Destination

Your moving company can help with any installations not handled by your facilities or IT personnel at your new location.

When your business is on the move, you want to reduce downtime and get to your new location as efficiently as possible. We can help. The commercial moves team at Nilson Van and Storage has years of experience moving all types of businesses. Give us a call early in the planning stages and we can help you every step of the way.

3 Items Packing Services Can Handle to Make Your Move Easier

Posted on March 5, 2020December 25, 2024 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

It might surprise you how much easier your move can be when you use packing services. Here are three things they can handle for you.

Are you planning on using packing services for your big move? If not, why not? Moving is so much work, it can be so stressful, and it can put you into overwhelm mode pretty quickly. Instead of pulling your hair out, take a look at three types of items packing services can handle to make your move easier.

#1: Your Clothes

Packing your clothes might not seem like a big deal, but when you look at every item of clothing in your dressers, closets, mudroom, basement, and storage, it can add up. And clothes are hard to pack and move, especially hanging garments. Packing services has the boxes and packing materials to make moving your clothes easy.

#2: Your Fragile and Breakable Items

It seems easy enough to pack your dishes, glasses, vases, lamps, and other breakables in a box for a move. But if they aren’t packed right, even for a local move, you could end up with broken items and boxes full of shards. Instead of risking it, let packing services experts use the right materials and the right boxes to ensure your items get to your new home in one piece.

#3: Your Electronics

If your move is long-distance, you want to take special care of your electronics. You want to be wary of temperature, risk of breakage, and loss of components. Try to imagine packing your TV in a box. Not easy, right? Instead, your moving company can provide packing services to make sure your electronics, including your giant screen TV, all get to their destination intact.

Don’t make a stressful situation worse. Instead of trying to manage every aspect of your move, including packing up your whole house, consider delegating. Let the packing services team at Nilson Van and Storage pack your house to prep for your move. You’ll rest easy knowing your belongings are safe and secure, and you’ll take a huge item off your to-do list. Call us today for a free quote on your residential move with packing services.

2 Unexpected Truths about Office Moves

Posted on February 27, 2020November 15, 2023 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

What’s the truth about office moves? Get the details on what to expect, including some surprising truths, from the office moving experts at Nilson Van.

If you are planning your first office move, you may be wondering what to expect. You likely know a commercial or corporate relocation is different than a residential move, and you want to prepare yourself and your staff for what’s to come during the process. Keep reading to learn two unexpected truths about office moves to set your business up for success.

#1: You Will Need More Boxes than You Think

Are you in charge of purchasing the boxes, crates, bubble wrap, and wrapping paper for the office move? Go ahead and double what you think you need to purchase. It’s frustrating to have to stop in the middle of packing to send employees out to buy more supplies.

One benefit of working with an experienced office relocation company is they will determine how many packing supplies you need, so you can pay for only what you require for the job. While you don’t want to run short, it’s also a pain to have costly leftovers. A moving company will help you get it just right.

#2: Your Employees Don’t Want to Be the Movers

Moving is stressful for employees and managers alike. The process can be a significant disruption to their daily work routine. However, if you ask them to be responsible for packing up their offices and moving boxes, the disruption increases from a few days to much longer. Plus, it can be a drain on employee energy levels and morale.

You can avoid irritating your valued employees by letting professional movers pack up their offices, including sensitive equipment and electronics. Then, they will be able to remain focused on their jobs and the task of transitioning to a new workspace.

At Nilson Van and Storage, we have a streamlined system for office relocations. We know your business can’t afford to stand-still during the moving process, which is why we handle everything, so you can keep productivity as high as possible. Rather than worrying about buying more bubble wrap or frustrating your employees with moving tasks, you can entrust the entire process to our capable professional movers.

Connect with us online now to learn more about our commercial moving services, or to request an estimate for your upcoming office move.

How to Manage and Minimize Moving Risks

Posted on February 20, 2020July 7, 2024 by 123_splashme@splashomnimedia.com_123

A residential move can be an exciting time, but it also brings with it some risks you may need to manage. While the goal is always to complete the move without any issues or problems, it’s a good idea to keep some potential risks in mind, so you can plan accordingly for the best results – no matter what comes your way.

Let’s take a closer look at the top three risks of moving and the steps you can take to manage and minimize those moving risks:

Moving Risk #1: Running out of Time

Whether you are facing an unexpected, last-minute move or the moving day just crept up on you all of a sudden, running out of time is a possibility. To avoid the scenario in which you are down to the wire on the last couple of days, frantically cramming things into boxes, make a plan well in advance, and stick to it.

You’ll be able to find helpful moving checklists online to guide you so you can have an idea of how far out from the moving date you should begin specific tasks. Or you can call on a professional moving company to keep you on track. They can get the job done, even when there’s not a lot of time.

Moving Risk #2: Injuries

During a move, you face a risk of injury to self or others who may be helping you physically lift and move boxes, furniture, and other belongings. Be sure to have the proper equipment available, including:

Moving dolly
Furniture dolly
Furniture sliders
Moving blankets and pads
Moving straps or ropes
Protective gloves

If you are unable to secure these items for moving day, it’s a good idea to let a professional moving company handle the task for you. At Nilson Van & Storage, we have all of the latest tools and equipment to expedite the moving process safely.

Moving Risk #3: Losing and Breaking Belongings

To minimize the significant risk of losing and breaking belongings during a move, making sure you have the proper insurance is essential. Reputable moving companies will offer different levels of liability insurance to provide the coverage you need.

Contact our expert moving team at Nilson Van and Storage today to learn how we manage and minimize the risks involved in residential moves. We are here to make your life easier and your move more successful.