Moving Along with Your Moving Preparations

Is it almost time for your move this summer? A few weeks can pass by quickly, and you want to make sure you’re not caught off guard by the time moving day comes around. Beat procrastination and set aside time this week to call your moving company for some quality moving boxes and packing materials.

All My Sons Moving & Storage will deliver a variety of moving boxes and packing supplies to your door at no charge, but check with your moving company to make sure the service is offered. You will only pay for what you use, so don’t worry if you have extra moving boxes lying around. There are various types of moving boxes you can request, including dish packs and wardrobe boxes. Dish packs come equipped with separated cubbies for glasses and mugs. Wardrobe boxes are tall and come with a cardboard rod to hang your clothing on. Of course, I also have boxes of all sizes for anything from bedding to books.

If you’re looking to collect some used moving boxes, beware that a used box is structurally weaker than a new one. Ask your moving and storage company for gently used boxes, or stick with new ones. The longer your belongings will be in moving boxes, the sturdier the box should be. Naturally, my coworkers and I are here if you have any questions before, during and after moving day.

 

One Step at a Time

When things get busy and time is scarce, it is easy to get overwhelmed, especially when it comes to your move to Dallas. The smallest hiccup in your plans can be enough to set you on edge and slow your progress. I know moving is stressful, and you want to get it over with as soon as possible. But slow down! During your move, take a few deep breaths and take it slow. Rushing can lead to injuries and costly damages if you mishandle your belongings. Here are a few tips to help keep you focused during a hectic move:

1) Have a Plan – Move heavy items first, when you’re more rested. Move boxes room by room, starting at one end of the house and making your way to the opposite end.
2) It’s Not a Race! – Don’t walk too quickly while carrying heavy items. Also, refrain from trying to lift bulky items without the help of another mover.
3) For best results, call professional movers! There is no substitute for experience.

 

Summertime is Moving Time

Your Moving Plan Doesn't Have to be THIS detailed!

Summer is getting closer, and so is your summer move! Hopefully your plans are moving along smoothly. It’s a little less than a month from moving day now, so here are some additional tasks to take care of now to ensure a smooth move to Dallas.   Be sure to check out past posts to make sure you’ve covered all of the initial preparations.

1) It’s time to create your furniture floor plan. Make a rough sketch of your new space and decide how you would like your furniture arranged. You can even color-code your furniture by room. Preplanning will make your move easier, and your Dallas movers will make sure each piece is placed as you want it. This way, you won’t have to move your heavy items and rearrange everything after the movers have left.

2) If you live in a multi-unit complex, particularly a high-rise, make preparations for a smooth move out of the community. Some communities can reserve a freight elevator at your request, giving your movers access and much-needed space to safely move your belongings without imposing on other residents. Check to see if loading docks or special parking are available and make a reservation for your moving day. Access to a dock will help your professional movers load your items more efficiently.

Four weeks can go by quickly, so keep checking back for more moving tips as the countdown to moving day continues!

 

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Welcome to the first week of May! Our Dallas movers are continuing to prepare for a busy summer moving season, but that doesn’t mean there’s no time left for celebration. As you join the DFW community in celebrating Cinco de Mayo, reflect on the importance of the holiday.

Cinco de Mayo is a highly-celebrated holiday in Mexico commemorating the Mexican army’s defeat of the French army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. The battle is famous as an underdog success story. The French army was notably better-equiped than Mexican forces and had remained undefeated for 50 years. The holiday is celebrated throughout Mexico and the United States with gatherings that include food, music and dancing…and maybe a cerveza or two!

Enjoy the festivities happening around the community and at local Mexican restaurants. Happy Cinco de Mayo!

 

Corporate Relocation Services at All My Sons

In this economy, a good employee is a priceless commodity. So when all of those great employees are interrupted by a stressful move of your business, productivity can suffer. If you find yourself facing a corporate relocation in Dallas, it can be an anxious time for business owner and employee alike. You’re preparing for a new environment while business needs to go on as usual.

So what to do? To solve this problem and save your business a lot of headaches, my coworkers and I implement a plan that expedites your move while reducing impact to your employees and your business. How do we do this? All My Sons assigns your company a personal moving consultant the minute you call to request our professional moving and storage services. Your moving consultant, our office staff and a large team of Dallas movers get to work planning your office relocation. We break into teams, with half handing the safe loading of your company’s belongings while the other team transports and safely unloads your belongings. We can set up furniture while protecting the walls and flooring of your new space. As an added bonus (and my favorite feature), most office relocations are performed using plastic, stackable bins instead of cardboard boxes. These bins offer more protection for your belongings while reducing environmental impact.

All My Sons definitely has experience in corporate relocations. We also offer storage for businesses, moving tips and more.

 

All My Sons Gives Build-A-Bear a Lift

Cute and Cuddly bears are best when donated!

While troubles in the economy have led many businesses to cut corners, it reminds moving companies like All My Sons Moving & Storage to reach out to the community now more than ever. Our office staff and Dallas movers are working hard to make sure each customer gets a personalized moving and storage service package at a great price.

In addition to helping our customers, our local movers and moving professionals from across the country also help the community by volunteering and donating their time, energy and resources for the benefit of local charities. Recently, All My Sons of Indianapolis gave the time and energy of several movers, plus resources like moving trucks and packing materials to a charitable program called Stuffed with Hugs.

Founded by Build-A-Bear Workshop, Stuffed with Hugs is an event that allows community members across the country to make a personalized, stuffed toy in the workshop, free of charge. The finished toys are donated back to Build-A-Bear Workshop, which in turn distributes the toys to needy children and a variety of child-centered charities.

And that’s where our friends in Indianapolis, Indiana come in! All My Sons of Indianapolis picks up the boxes of stuffed toys and makes sure they are safely delivered to local charities, hospitals, disaster sights and more. Each time Build-A-Bear hosts this great event, or professional movers will be there to ensure each toy reaches its destination safely.

Great going, AMS of Indy! Let’s keep the good deeds rolling.

 

More Tips for Your Move This Summer!

A few weeks ago I laid out some suggestions to begin organizing, planning and executing your move this summer. How are the preparations going? Now that summer is just over a month away, there are a few more things you can do to ensure a smooth move to Dallas.

Have you submitted a Change of Address form to the post office? Visit the USPS website to change your address online, or pick up a hardcopy at your local post office. Be sure to allow a few weeks for the USPS to process the form and update your address. In the mean time, let everyone from family members to service providers know that your address is changing to prevent delays in receiving your mail.

If you have a green thumb, start planning on the transport of your plants. If you want to take your garden with you, pot your ground plants. Remember, most moving companies cannot move your potted plants, so plan to move them yourself or make alternative arrangements. It’s a good idea to pack fragile potters and repot your plants in portable, plastic pots for the move.

Don’t forget you pets! Remember that a move can be as stressful for Fido as it is for your human children. If you have access to your new home at this point, take your dog over to the new area. Even a brief introduction to the backyard will make your pet feel more comfortable with the change.

Getting these simple yet often time-consuming tasks out of the way now will leave you with less to worry about on moving day! For more moving tips, come back soon or visit our moving checklist on the All My Sons website.

 

Cure Your Home Storage Woes

Trash those moth balls for good!

A childhood memory recently popped into my head as I was thinking about how moving and storage processes have matured over the years. My family utilized our attic to store our winter clothes during the summer and vice versa. I remember pulling a favorite sweater out of a cardboard moving box, the pungent and medicinal smell of moth balls permeating each piece of clothing in the box. Yuck! It seemed like it took weeks to get the smell out.

While storage is easy and convenient at All My Sons, some of our customers prefer utilizing closet, attic and shed space for their storage needs. New products are now on the market and offer protection for your items, without the stinky moth ball smell. Here are a few tips to help keep your stored goods in great shape.

1) While moving boxes are great to use during your move, avoid using them for storage purposes. Purchase a few large, sturdy plastic bins that seal tightly to keep out air, bugs and dust.
2) Take advantage of vacuum sealable products. These space-saving bags let you use your vacuum cleaner to pull air out of specially-designed, durable storage bags. Your items stay safe and, in the case of linens or clothing, take up less space than traditional storage methods.
3) Choose your storage area wisely. Remember that your attic can reach sweltering temperatures on even a mild day in DFW. Candles, thin plastics and plywood can warp and crack in extreme temperatures.

If professional storage isn’t for you, the Dallas movers of All My Sons want to make your home storage as convenient, safe and easy as possible.

 

Think Positive, Dallas!

Are you tired of hearing down news about the economy? Despite gas prices leveling out around $2 a gallon and recent reports that the job loss rate has decreased, the media is still focusing on the tough times of today. As a local moving company, it’s our job at All My Sons to be community-oriented and sensitive to our customers’ needs and personal situations. Because we deal with a very stressful, very intimate life-changing event such as moving, it’s important that our Dallas movers are as careful interacting with our valued customers as they are handling moving boxes and furniture.
Whether your move is economically related or not, All My Sons will treat you with the same respect and care we’ve been providing our customers for years. You don’t have to worry about price hikes, limited moving crews or any other shortcuts that other Dallas moving companies may take. Rain or shine, and good economy or not, our Dallas movers are here for you no matter what. Peace of mind is important to us and our families, and we want to provide what comfort and support we can to your family. It’s our job to brighten your day in ways you didn’t expect. Whether it’s a genuine smile from a helpful mover or fast service when you call our office, my coworkers and I know it is the details that count when it comes to moving in Dallas.

 

Seasonal Decor Meets Storage Woes

As I walked around the house to collect all of my Easter décor and pack each item back into boxes, it occurred to me how much my holiday décor collection had grown in the past few years. One look into the attic confirmed my fears: the once-a-year décor items are taking up TONS of space. Not only that, but each time I dig into the décor boxes after a year of storage, an array of bug bodies, mouse droppings and spider webs has found its way in. Even the plastic bins are no match for rodent teeth on a mission.

So after a call to a local pest control office, I decided to add my collection of seasonal items to my storage unit at All My Sons. This entails making a phone call to schedule the movers for a pick up—and that’s ALL! Sure, I can pack the boxes, but the professional movers can even take care of that task as well.

And because All My Sons is a full service storage company, I simply make a call and my decorations are brought right to my door. Service this good doesn’t exist anymore!

I’m just glad I no longer have to risk a bug bite to get into my attic, wash and dust my decorations or find a melted wax candle in the bottom of a box.