Long Distance Move

The following items the one where you will find professional movers in California (as well as many other states) will not move. These items should not be packed into a box or be placed in a moving truck for safety reasons. Dangerous items or flammables Would you rather keep your candy apple red nail polish, or all of your other belongings? Nail polish is just one of many dangerous materials that could potentially cause damage to your shipment, as well as to company property. Anything that is explosive or flammable is a huge safety and liability issue for professional movers. These items include but are not limited to: Professional movers do not want to take the risk of losing or damaging valuable items as many of these items are irreplaceable or are covered only at the item’s current market value, which is likely much less than the original cost of the item. These items include but are not limited to: Perishables Perishable food items are hard to keep cool during a move and definitely not guaranteed. Non-perishable food items, on the other hand, can be packed and moved. You can also save yourself the extra work and donate your leftover pantry items to your nearest food bank. Plants (On an interstate move) If moving to a different state, it is possible that your plants may not be allowed. Make sure to reach out to your State Plant Regulatory Official or check the laws and regulations for the state that you are moving to on the National Plant Board’s website to find out which plants can and cannot make the interstate move with you. In case, also check on tips to consider when moving plants. *If you have any questions or concerns regarding whether or not an item can or cannot be professionally moved, give us a call at (650) 963-9456.

The One Move team rounded up some expert moving tips to create easy steps for you to have a stress free move. When it comes to moving across the country, hiring professional movers could save you time, money, and a lot of stress! Here are some perks for using professionals for a long distance move. Time is money! Whether you are moving by yourself for a new job or relocating your family, long distance moves take weeks of preparation. Sorting through the items that you no longer need, packing all your belongings and then loading, driving cross-country and unloading your belongings could mean more days off from work and the cost can add up pretty quickly. Besides, when you hire professionals to pack and move you, you will be able to spend some quality time with friends and family before the big move. Reduce Stress Moving to a new state can sometimes be a stressful transition. Add to that the responsibility of having to plan, organize and execute the move themselves can be overwhelming for most people. Hiring professionals to handle that the moving process will reduce the stress considerable. Hassle-free Renting and driving a truck cross-country, is not for everyone. Driving a rental moving truck is not like driving a personal vehicle. Bigger the truck, larger is the blind-spot. With a heavy load, trucks can be hard to maneuver. With professional movers, you do not have to go through the hassle and risks involved in driving a truck. Safety first Moving long distance requires proper packing in order to ensure safety of your belongings during transit. When you move yourself, the responsibility of protecting your items is on you. With professional movers, they are experienced in properly protecting your belongings and also offer difference insurance options to choose the one that is right for you. Hiring movers means you can avoid moving-related injuries and simply focus on getting settled into your new home.