Archive for category: Long Distance Moves

Part One

Moving from one place to another is often time consuming and stressful.  The first question people often ask themselves is whether or not they should consider moving truck rental and move themselves, or, hire a full service moving company to handle the logistics for them.  The decision is up to you, but remember, time is money.  3 Guys Moving is a reliable, full service moving company with experienced movers and packers who can help ease the burden of moving.  Whether you are handling it yourself, or hiring a professional moving and packing company, here are some tips to help make your move less stressful.

GET ORGANIZED

Getting organized can prevent much stress.  Consider taking an inventory of all of the items you plan to take with you. Make a list of all your belongings and categorize items (i.e. kitchen, Molly’s room, etc.). Then, plan a garage sale and/or trip to a donation center to get rid of items you do not wish to take with you. Doing this will make it easier, especially when the movers and packers arrive.

START PACKING EARLY

Time flies so the earlier you start packing the less stressed you will be later.  Even if you plan to hire a packing and moving company, there will likely be some items you wish to keep with you. Start by packing the items you plan to move yourself. Then, make sure you have everything else ready for when the movers and packers arrive.

USE QUALITY MOVING SUPPLIES

If you hire a packing and moving company, they will have plenty of quality moving supplies on hand when they arrive to pack your belongings. However, if you plan to handle the packing yourself, we suggest purchasing quality moving supplies such as sturdy boxes, strapping tape, bubble wrap, packing wrap, etc.  Our professionals carefully and strategically place items in our moving trucks all the time. Breakage, when it occurs, is usually a result of customers not properly packing boxes and other items for transport.

Our next article will cover three more tips to help ease the stress of moving. 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company based in the Greater Tampa Bay area.  Our movers and packers handle all types of local and long distance moves.  When hiring a packing and moving company, experience matters.  Our team of experts can ease your mind and help you achieve a stress-free move. Give us a call to learn more today!

Approach the process of packing with a plan and you will avoid a lot of chaos. As one of the preferred local movers Tampa, Florida has to offer, packing and unpacking services are a part of our repertoire. Keep in mind the following as you plan your move!

What to Pack First
It might seem obvious, but non-essentials are the place to start. What falls into this category? Anything that is stored in the attic is a great place to begin. Items that are out of season like holiday decorations or items you do not use on a regular basis. These could also include camping materials, surplus items like extra towels and linens, and specialty cooking equipment or fine china.

What to Pack Last
As you approach moving day, there are certain items you will refrain from packing until a couple of days before you move and others that you won’t back until the day of your move. Bathroom supplies fall into this category because you will want to be able to access the essentials like toilet paper, first aid kit, as well as medicine and daily toiletries. Bedding is another factor. While extra linens can be packed early on, you will wait until your final day to pack up your bedding and your bed will most likely be moved on this day as well.

What not to Pack
This does not imply that certain items will be left behind, but instead make sure you keep certain things easily available and at-the-ready.

• Prescription Medications
• Snacks
• Treats for your Pets
• Comfort Item for Children
• Change of Clothes
• Cell Charger

We are happy to take on local and long-distance moves. Visit 3GuysMoving.com to discover more about our approach to moving!

When you are making a move, the entire family is affected including those furry or feathered (or scaled) family members). When moving with a pet, remember that this type of change has the potential to cause stress. That can be alleviated if the right measures are taken to ensure the process goes smoothly. This post focuses more so on dogs and cats, but regardless of what type of pet you have in your family, you will want to make sure they are comfortable and prepared.

Make sure you have all the essentials at the ready. While your pet does not need to access all of their toys during the move and a giant bag of kibble doesn’t need to make the trip, it is important to pack a bag that keeps everything easily accessible. Items to include:

• Ziploc Bag of Food
• Treats
• 1 Comfort Object – Toy or Blanket
• Grooming Tools
• Kitty Litter or Doggy Bags

This is not only necessary for the initial trip if it is a longer distance move, but also plan for it to last the first couple days of the unpacking process.

Establish their space as soon as possible. If you make sure there is a designated area in the home to house their belongings. Depending on your pet and their personality, it can take some time for them to adjust to a new environment. Surround them with familiar items including fabrics that might contain recognizable smells.

Contact your vet to let them know of the move. Even if you are keeping the same vet, it is necessary to update their information. If your pet has a microchip you will definitely want to have the current address up-to-date. If they do not have a microchip, taking care of this prior to moving is highly recommended. If the worst were to happen and your pet runs off during the moving process, a microchip increases your chances of bringing them back home.

Ultimately, you know your pet best and are in the position to ensure their moving experience is as easy on them as possible. When searching for local moving companies in the Tampa area, remember that the team at 3 Guys considers every aspect of your move. Visit 3GuysMoving.com for a free estimate!