Category Archives: Moving Tips

Post Image

Five Fun Ways to Upcycle a Moving Box

Once a move is done, if you used cardboard boxes you probably have a giant pile of them staring back at you. While most people pass them on to friends who are moving, use them for storage or dismantle and recycle them, we like the idea of upcycling them! Here are five fun ways to […]

Read More
Post Image

Three Tips To Keep Your Movers Happy in the Winter

As everyone is preparing for the holidays, are you preparing for a move? It’s cold out there but we work all seasons to ensure your precious cargo gets moved quickly and carefully. In extreme weather situations, we have to ensure our safety too, so here are three ways you can help us make your almost-winter […]

Read More
Post Image

Consider These Three Factors Before Purchasing a Home

So, your gut and brain are telling you it’s time to move? Before you start perusing the real estate listings and marching through Open Houses, there are some important factors to consider. Transportation How close is the new home to your workplace? Will you be able to commute without a headache? Is there transit readily […]

Read More
Post Image

Five Tips for Moving in the Summer Heat

Summer time and the moving is… excruciatingly hot. If you’re planning a summer move, here are five tips to ensure everyone stays hydrated and happy! 1. Hydrated movers are happy movers We will be working hard to move your beloved belongings in and out of the summer sun. If you provide some chilled beverages (water, […]

Read More
Post Image

Five Packing Tips You Need To Know About

When packing for a move, efficiency is key! Not all items you need to move are easy to pack, but you don’t need fancy equipment or supplies. Here are five great packing tips we found online that will save you time and headaches when packing for your next move! Wrap your fragile items (dishes, glasses, […]

Read More
Post Image

Five Steps To Ensure Easy Unpacking After A Move

As you approach a big move, it might feel overwhelming just starting the packing process. If you take a few minutes to get organized though, we promise you can do your future self — you know the one who has to unpack everything — a big favour. Here’s how to ensure your eventual unpacking is stress-free […]

Read More
Post Image

The Best Moving Hacks from Around the Web

With so many moves under our belts, we we love to share advice from firsthand experience. (See How to Pack, How to Prep for a Long Distance Move, and 5 Important Questions to Ask Your Movers.) We also love seeing all the imaginative and organizational moving hacks online. (We especially love Pinterest – you should follow […]

Read More
Post Image

Spring Cleaning 101

With Spring right around the corner, even if you’re not preparing for a move, it’s always a great time to get organized. After all, there is a reason they call it Spring Cleaning. After the long grey months of winter, Spring is the perfect season for a fresh start! If you need some cleaning inspiration, here […]

Read More
Post Image

5 Important Questions to Ask your Movers

You’re moving – that’s wonderful! Before you hire your moving company and get started packing, it’s important to sort out some very important details. To ensure your move is as smooth as possible, here are five questions you need to ask your movers before signing on the dotted line. 1. Ask for a detailed estimate […]

Read More
Post Image

Prepping for a Move in Winter

Winter is here! Yes, it’s great to not be dripping with summer sweat but winter moving has a few new challenges. If you’re about to start packing, here are our best tips for preparing for a winter move. 1. To keep beloved furniture from the elements, you can shrink wrap it or just cover it […]

Read More