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Welcome to our moving workshop! This workshop is here to help you prepare for your move so that everything is prepared for the movers' arrival. Once we start moving items, we need to make sure that everything is safe, efficient, and cost effective so that you can have the best possible moving experience. Scroll through the guide below and review the steps for each letter so that you can move with confidence.
Supplies
When it comes to getting your move started, the first thing you will need are supplies. It is important to use the proper materials so that you can get the pack job done securely and in a timely manner. Having the incorrect supplies can jeopardize the safety of your items or even cause you to overwork on your packing job.
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Step 1: Follow this Packing Supply Guide to figure out what materials you will need before you start packing.
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How to Pack
When it comes to packing your items into boxes, it is important that you know how to properly sort and pack your items so that everything is safe in transport.
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Step 2: View this instructional Packing Video to learn how to properly pack your items.
Ideas
Once you have the supplies and the skills needed to pack your items, you will need to think about how you want to get the pack done. Will you call some friends? Will you do the job yourself? Or will you hire professionals to do the pack job?
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Step 3: Come up with some ideas on how you will get the pack job done. Decide which one of your ideas will be best for you.
Estimate
By this point, you should have materials gathered. You should also have decided whether you will have the packing done, or whether you will hire our team to do the packing. Now that you have made up your mind, it is time to figure out how much it will cost you to hire professionals.
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Step 4: Contact us for a moving cost estimate. Use our Online Form or give us a call at (414) 973-9449 and we will review all of the details with you over the phone.
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Look Around
Now that you have finished packing and/or getting your moving quote, it's time to prepare for the movers! It is important to be ready for their arrival so that the job does not have to take longer than necessary.
Step 5: Look around your home, make sure that they will have clear walking space. Make sure the place is clean and organized to minimize hazards and create a move efficient environment.
Double Check
Now that you are ready for the moving professionals to come and get the job done, the last thing to do is double check everything! Just in case anything was missed.
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Step 6: From the front door to the back, double check everything. See if there is anything you may have forgotten to pack, double check to make sure your boxes are finished. If the movers are doing the packing, make sure that you have the materials ready for them.
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Summary
At the end of the day, it is super important that you make sure your items are transported safely. Our team has been through many different moving scenarios, and we are always prepared to provide you with the highest quality of moving and packing services. At the end of the day we are here to ensure that you have the most easy-going moving experience possible. When in doubt, bring the professionals out. We are here for you so that you can move with CONFIDENCE.