Whether you're exploring the frontiers of biotechnology, delving into the fundamental forces that shape the universe, or are trying to figure out the newest technological innovation the world can't live without, there's one thing that's clear - nobody wants to move the lab. Packing up delicate scientific equipment, electronics, and all of the stuff that goes into making science happen is a big … [Read more...]
College Student Moves are Harder When Mom & Dad Can’t Help Because of COVID
"My parents are fantastic," Mackenzie said. "They'd do anything for me. But Mom has serious health issues and Dad is her caregiver. I can't ask them to come up here and take that risk just to help me move my stuff." The Emerson student was not expecting to move at this time. However, roommate issues happen. "When we were talking about how I should handle this, my Dad asked "Are there any Boston … [Read more...]
Seeking Safety, Singles Moving to Smaller Towns
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, many young professionals living in densely populated areas like Boston are choosing to move to smaller communities. "Is it safer? Probably," Jeanne, a tech professional in process of moving to West Virginia. "Is it more affordable? Absolutely - and now that everyone's working remotely, there's no reason I can't be closer to my family." Saving Money … [Read more...]
Letting Go: Helping Seniors Move Stress Free
"Getting my Mom to accept she couldn't keep the house anymore was hard enough," Steven said. "There's no way I can ask her to handle packing up her things to move. It's just too emotional for her." Steven's original plan was to travel back to Boston to help his Mother move, but he has health conditions that made travelling during COVID-19 impossible for him. "That's when I began my search for a … [Read more...]
Amidst Uncertainty, Some Boston College Students Are Finally Moving Back Home
As Spring semesters go, this has been a wild one. The impact of COVID-19 on Boston's college students is hard to measure. While many area students left the area in March, quite a few had to stay until the semester came to an end. At this point, it's time for these individuals to arrange their college moves from Boston. College student moves are what are typical described as small moves, … [Read more...]
Tips to Pack Furniture for Shipping
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
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...]