Boston's top pack and ship service shares useful tips for packing furniture for shipping. Whether you're packing your furniture for a local neighborhood move or are planning to ship your furniture cross-country, you'll want to keep the following tips in mind: Empty the drawers. We know it seems super convenient to pack your dressers with the drawers full of clothing, but doing so makes each … [Read more...]
The Pet Friendly Small Move
If your household is you and your dog - or you and your cat - planning your next move doesn't have to be complicated. Whether you're moving across town or across the country, Boston Pack and Ship can help you make your small move simple and stress free. Here's what you need to know: We can't ship your pet for you. Believe it or not, people do ask us this question regularly. None of the freight … [Read more...]
Why Choosing a Small Load Moving Company Makes Sense for Busy Professionals
"The innovation community around Boston is just amazing," Glenn said. "I've been lucky to do some great work with a start up here in Cambridge - but now the building I live in has been sold and I have to move. It's not like I have a ton of stuff - I don't. But I have absolutely no time to move and not a lot of money to spend. What do I do?" For single people, small families, and busy … [Read more...]
Small Household Moving Options
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Why Choosing Small Load Movers Makes Sense for Many Single People
Because we've been a moving company in Boston for a long time, we've heard just about every question you can imagine about small household moves. One question crops up with surprising regularity. Many people want to know: Do I need to hire the movers if it's just me moving? The easiest way to answer that question is with another question: How do you plan to move your bed? Not many cars have … [Read more...]
Shipping Household Goods Can Be Cheaper Than Moving
Moving can be very expensive, particularly if you're going a long distance. There are some instances when shipping some or all of your household goods can be the most cost-effective way to relocate your household. Here's what you need to know: What are Household Goods? Household goods include furniture, appliances, clothing, books, and furnishings - a category that includes things like … [Read more...]
3 Signs It’s Time to Move Out of Your College Housing
"I knew all of my suitemates before we moved in together, so I thought this was going to be an ideal situation," Mercedes said. "But it turns out that it's really not the best fit, and I'm thinking about moving." While it's impossible to get exact numbers, local student housing experts acknowledge that a significant number of Boston college students - perhaps as many as 25% of all … [Read more...]
Tips for Shipping Musical Instruments Internationally
You might think a musician would be nervous when they get up on stage to perform in front of a crowd - and most would say they are, at least a little bit. But the real scary situation for musicians, music lovers, and anyone who buys and sells musical instruments is when those instruments need to be shipped internationally. The Challenge of Shipping Musical Instruments … [Read more...]
Leaving the Empty Nest Behind: Seniors & Small Moves
"Personally, I find the whole idea liberating," Marilyn said. The 78-year old Charlestown resident has recently decided to sell her home and move to a smaller place. "My children are grandparents now. They're having the big gatherings at their place. I can visit them - and enjoy not having to worry about the expense of keeping this big house up." Marilyn downsized extensively before her move. … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Save on a Small Household Long Distance Move
If you live on your own, or your family doesn’t have a lot of stuff, your household move may be what’s considered a small move. For our region, a long distance move takes you out of the greater Boston area. If you’re moving from Boston to Miami, for example, that’s a long distance move. Here are 3 ways you can save money when you’re moving your small household a long distance: This … [Read more...]