Ryan Carrigan

Quick answer: You can move in the rain if you waterproof your boxes, wear non-slip gear, and keep each trip outside as short as possible. Use plastic bins for electronics and documents, cover floors and furniture, and only reschedule for lightning, flooding, or other dangerous conditions. Jump to the moving in the rain info you’re […]

Here’s the bottom line: The best companies for small moves, like U-Pack, TSI, and uShip, price by what you actually ship, so you only pay for what you move instead of the 1,000-pound minimum billing weight some van lines use. Our Better Moves Project participants paid $1,146 – $3,665 for small long-distance moves of 680 […]

“Good afternoon. Can you move and transplant a tree?”Call and ask a traditional moving company this question, and you’ll probably get a resounding “NO.”Yes, trees can be uprooted, moved, and transplanted in new locations.That said, most household goods movers won’t be able to help. It’s just not their area of expertise, and they don’t have […]

Moving day safety is crucial to a successful move. These moving day safety tips will help you get through the moving day unscathed.

Some careers never go out of style. The mythical status of astronauts is as powerful today as it was in the days of the original Apollo 11 moon landing. When NASA opened applications for its Artemis Generation of astronauts in 2020, a program to include Mars exploration, they received more than 12,000 applications in just […]

Quick answer: The moving and trucking industries are often misunderstood due to persistent myths. Contrary to popular belief, owner-operators in the moving industry often face high expenses that significantly cut into their earnings. This and more in our guide on debunking moving industry myths. For those unfamiliar with the moving and trucking industries, they can […]

If you are wondering, “Will movers disassemble furniture?” the short answer is usually yes, especially with full-service movers. The key is knowing what is included, what costs extra, and how to prep so you do not get hit with surprise fees. Table of contents Do movers disassemble and reassemble furniture? Which furniture items typically require […]

Moving heavy weights and other equipment is always a challenge. Even if you’re pretty strong, you also have a busy schedule and a lot of furniture to move.Fortunately, movers are happy to move your workout gear for you. They’re a cost-effective option in the long run, as they reduce the risk of lost or damaged […]

Overall Opinion: Finding a good location to house your belongings is almost as difficult as finding a new home. This is where websites like Neighbor Storage come into play.Neighbor Storage is a popular storage app aimed at movers and people who want to turn their extra space into storage units. Let’s take a look at […]