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Moving cabinets and armoires – the quick and easy way

Posted on June 29th, 2011 2 Comments

Armoires and cabinets are indeed attention catchers, the beauty of this decorative furniture can suddenly be diminished especially as moving day draws near. It’s the type of cumbersome furniture that one would rather leave behind if it were not for their effective storage qualities. Plus relocating with this type of furniture can be a great challenge. Here are a few ways in which you can easily move armoires and cabinets without the fuss and stress.

One of the first things that you should do is to remove the items that are packed into the armoire and cabinet and place then in boxes for moving. If they are fragile items such as porcelain ornaments and the like, be sure to bubble wrap them a few times before gently placing in them in the box. When it comes to your cabinet, it would be wise to remove the shelves (if they are indeed removable) and put them aside. These shelves should be placed in another part of the truck for moving since you do not want it to slide out and damage other items in the vehicle. You should also think about removing the doors of the cabinets as well; a rough drive can make it catapult to God knows where in the back of the truck.

There are some who may have armoires and even cabinets that have glass doors; these can be very tricky to move. When you get to this part you can either call on professional movers to assist you if you think you would make a mess of it or simply use a moving blanket over the area as it is made for protecting fragile items such as these.

We also recommend that you also remove the drawers in the cabinet or armoire rather than taping it to stay sturdy. By taking it you would be giving yourself an extra headache as most of the times the tape would is hard to remove and would ultimately destroy your furniture.

Another option for holding the drawers and doors in place is to get it shrink wrapped. Shrink wrapping an item such as this is a tedious job, but it’s worth it especially when you are trying to protect items such as these.

If you want to remove the doors and drawers instead one of the first things to do is to remove the screws and set them aside in a Ziploc bag and label so that you can locate them easily when you move. Once that is completed and set aside, then it times to remove the drawers and doors those of which you should also wrap in moving blankets.

 

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Moving Insurance Tips

Posted on November 10th, 2010 1 Comment

Planning on moving without getting your household items insured could very well be equated to a skydiver jumping out of an aircraft without his parachute – it is that risky. Accidents while moving are almost inevitable and if they should happen, would you be prepared?

There are many types of moving insurance that you can apply for; you just have to know which one would be best for you when moving day arrives.

Prior to moving you can take your time and look at different types of moving insurance that would suit your every need. Usually moving experts would first point you into the direction of your homeowner’s insurance to see if the moving aspect can be covered.

Even if your move isn’t covered by your home insurance, you would be glad to know that you do have options that you can explore.

One of the most common kind of moving insurance around is that of Release Value Insurance. With this type of insurance the protection is limited and it would only allow you to come away with a small percentage should your items be lost, stolen or damaged. Companies that offer the Release Value insurance would give you some 60 cents per pound which works out to be much less than what you paid for your household items in the first place.

There are other options that you can explore such as Third-party insurance. This type of insurance is pretty similar to the aforementioned Release Value Insurance in that you your mover would give you 60 cents per pound for any items that are damaged, stolen or lost. In addition, with this insurance you can also source additional insurance from an outside company which would probably pay the balance of what your items are worth.

If you choose the mover’s released value option, you may be able to get additional coverage from an outside company. With third-party coverage your mover is liable for 60 cents per pound of damaged goods. The insurance company would pay any remaining costs.

Finally there is Full Value Insurance, a type of insurance that allows coverage to your entire household items. This type of insurance is one of the more expensive types on the list and it offers a variety of compensation plans should your items get damaged, lost or stolen. For the damaged items, the moving company would either replace your item with one that is similar although it may be cheaper in price or they may offer to pay you cash for it or even repair it. Whatever method the movers choose to compensate you, it is definitely means that they would have to absorb the many costs to do so. Movers are now trying to avoid losing money in this process by ensuring that your items get to its destination in good condition.

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Exercise safety with self-move

Posted on August 20th, 2010 No Comments

These days self-move is more popular than ever and while they save you a chunk of money than if you were to hire a moving company, it can also prove to be risky business especially if it is your first go at it.

Most moving companies have professional movers on hand that are able to twist and turn, lift and bend their bodies this way and that in order to wriggle out furniture and other household items even from the tightest spaces.

When you decide a self-move you would be moving the items yourself with a help from a few friends and family. Do you think you would be equip for the job? To get prepared for a self-move there are a few things that should be on your “must-have” list in order to pull off a successful move.

Foremost you would need to arm yourself with the right type of moving equipment in order to secure and lift your items to take them safely to the moving vehicle. You should first protect your body by investing in a few back braces for you and your helpers  so that bending and stretching would not leave the lot of you in great pain after the move. Even before using the brace it would be wise to do a few warm-up exercises where you can get a chance to stretch those muscles and get your body ready for the move. Exercise would not only help in loosening your muscles it would also prevent joint and body ache after the move.

Another important item during your move would be an appliance dolly which can be purchased as well as rented. It is ideal for carrying around household items that are both big and small. The dolly is on wheels and have straps on them to perfectly secure any items lifted. And to protect your household items from getting scratched or damaged during the move you would also need to get some moving blankets which is a good investment since they can last you up to 10 years.

Even how you dress for the move should also be taken into consideration as moving gurus would tell you; foremost is that you wear comfortable shoes to go back and forth and one that would be easy on your feet and back. In addition, moving experts advise that you avoid wearing loose clothing as they can easily get caught up in items that may either destroy or clothing or injure you in the process. You should also avoid wearing jewelry while you love for the risk of losing it or having it get hooked up to something that may cause it to come undone.

It goes without saying that moving is indeed a stressful event more, so for a self-move and one can come away from the whole ordeal with a lot of bodily aches and pain. Even during the move you may develop a headache, someone could get injured while moving a sharp item and a host of other unfortunate possibilities. For that you should always have a first aid kit on hand that is equipped with everything from bandages to pain relievers.

Above all ensure that you have enough refreshments and snacks to take you and your moving crew throughout the day.

These days self-move is more popular than ever and while they save you a chunk of money than if you were to hire a moving company, it can also prove to be risky business especially if it is your first go at it.
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How to move a refrigerator

Posted on April 27th, 2010 No Comments

What is one of the more challenging household items to move? If you were to quiz twenty people the majority would answer that it is the refrigerator. Refrigerators are no doubt considered a big and heavy duty appliance. Bulky by nature, the refrigerator is not one of those items that you can successfully move alone. Moving experts say that moving a refrigerator can even pose a bit of a problem for those who may be equipped with professional moving equipment such as a dolly. Rather you would be better off purchasing two large pizzas so that you can woo as many helping hands as possible not to help you eat… yet but to help you move the refrigerator from its current location.

One of the first things you have to do to prep your refrigerator for moving is to first unplug it. The refrigerator should be unplugged and defrost some six hours before moving. Refrigerators usually come with several compartments so your next task would be to start cleaning the interior of the refrigerator as you move the shelves and trays along the way. After drying the interior of the fridge, you can start removing the parts of the appliance such as its hinges and handles, trays and shelves. These parts must be placed in a safe place for reassembling later. For the hinges and handles, you can place them in a labeled plastic zipped bag.

The last thing you need is to be moving the refrigerator and the doors won’t stay closed. To avoid this, it is best to tie the refrigerator with a strong type of material such as a bungee cords or ropes. You may be inclined to go the cheaper route by taping down the refrigerator doors but this can truly damage your refrigerator’s appearance when you attempt to remove the tape at the new home. Now you are ready to move the appliance and to do so moving experts suggest that the refrigerator is held upright.

As you and your helpers start to lift the appliance, remember to do so with extra care as it would not be a good thing if it tilts too much. Take your time and hoist the refrigerator so that you can place it on the dolly. Once on the dolly you can roll it slowly to the moving truck. Even as you start loading it on the truck, you must maintain that upright position as much as possible. If you were to lay the refrigerator sideways, you run the risk of filling the cooling tubes with compressor oil which could cause problems with your refrigerator when plugged in. Similarly, carrying the refrigerator on its back is also not recommended. When you get to your new home and have positioned your refrigerator, you are advised to wait a few hours before plugging it in. This would be enough time for the oil to return to the compressor.

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How to move an armoire

Posted on March 31st, 2010 No Comments

Armoires are attractive in the home but can definitely be a bit challenging to move. With that said it is really better to leave this type of moving jobs to the experts. However, if you are determined to turn this into a do-it-yourself moving project, then read on. To move a large furniture or an armoire you would need lots of padding and tape which would keep your armoire intact by the time you get to the other location.

The first thing that you need to do is to remove all the shelves from the armoire. These shelves are to be bundled within the padding or a blanket and then wrapped tightly with tape. As you wrap the shelves try to keep the adhesive part of the tape from getting on the shelves as much as possible. If the tape accidentally gets on the shelves, it would be difficult to remove so make sure when you are using the tape that it is only applied to the blanket or pad. Once the shelves are wrapped you should take them to the truck where they would sit separate from the other parts of the armoire.

Depending on the type of armoire that you own you may have a few removable parts on it which may include doors. If this is the case then they should also be wrapped in a blanket or padding. Even if you leave the doors on remember to protect the handles and the knobs. Now you are ready to wrap the armoire with excessive padding from its top to the bottom, front and back and the sides also.  The padding should be reinforced with an excessive amount of tape which would also be wrapped tightly.

Even if you have a large armoire and the padding is not providing coverage to the back of the armoire then make sure that you at least cover half the top and bottom as those parts of the armoire can easily be scratched which ultimately can look unsightly.  If your armoire has a glass door then you can protect it with heavy duty cardboard after it has been padded just to further reinforce it. Now that your armoire is packed securely then you are ready to take it to the truck. Think about getting a shoulder dolly as it would help make your job a lot easier in carrying the armoire from your home to the truck and then to the new house. It would also save you from having back problems due to lifting long after you have moved in.

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