During a cross-country move, unprotected and unsecured bicycles in the moving van can easily sustain damage. Keep your family’s bikes in top shape by packing them for your long distance move. Here’s how to prepare your bikes for a safe delivery to your new home. Gather Your Supplies The safest way to ship your bike…

Packing is difficult enough—moving furniture and heavy boxes on the big day is even harder. Without proper planning, it can be exhausting and even dangerous. Furniture moving gone wrong can result in damage to your belongings or even personal injuries. Luckily, you don’t need to know how to move furniture by yourself. If you’re planning…

New agent announcement National City Transfer and Storage (NCTS) recently joined Wheaton World Wide Moving’s agency network as a prime interstate agent. Previously affiliated with Arpin Van Lines, National City joins more than 200 Wheaton agents across the country. “National City Transfer and Storage has a long history and a reputation of excellence, which is…

Moving when downsizing into a smaller home can be a challenge. For many people, sorting, organizing, and deciding what goes and what stays are all time-consuming, stressful tasks. If you’re a homeowner who will soon be moving from a larger home into a smaller home, these tips can help you stay organized and get through…

When you think of spring break, you likely picture road trips, white sand beaches, or other popular vacation options. The last task you want to undertake over your spring break is your upcoming move. However, many moving companies recommend the spring season for moving when possible. In this blog, we discuss six reasons why you…

Moving in winter can be stressful, moving with leather furniture can be stressful… moving in winter with leather furniture—that can feel like double the trouble! Items such as leather sofas, chairs and ottomans are at risk of damage from the freezing temps and precipitation. However, there are several things you can do to protect your…

Pool tables are substantial room features that weigh up to a half-ton each, but they’re also remarkably fragile game furnishings. As heavy as it is, you must be gentle when you move your pool table to a new location. If your pool table is moved carelessly, you may have to pay for costly repairs to…

Kids are resilient, but research has shown that frequent moves can be stressful for shy children. Kids with extreme shyness may suffer acute sadness when they leave valuable friendships and familiar living quarters behind. You can use several methods to help your shy kids while relocating. The following strategies can ease your child’s transition from…

After months of coordinating, planning, and schedule changes, you are finally ready to pack up and enjoy your new home and apartment. The boxes are packed, moving trucks are on the way, and you are hit with some unwelcome news: your new home or apartment is not vacant, and you are forced to postpone your…

Sometimes people move because they have gotten a job in a new city or state. However, sometimes the reasons for a move are more challenging. Work opportunities may be few and far between where you currently live, so you may need to relocate in order to find a new job. Moving without a job lined…