"I'm excited about going snow shoeing with my husband, I really am," Brandi said. "And it was very thoughtful of John to get me all the gear for Christmas. I'm sure we're going to have a lot of fun. But until we go, I'm wondering where I'm supposed to keep all of this stuff?" Sports gear, outdoor furniture, and other seasonal fun stuff makes life enjoyable. But where do you put these things … [Read more...]
Archives for 2023
Shipping 3D Printers & Other Maker Gear
Today's technology is absolutely amazing. 3 D printers, personal lasers, and other cool gadgets makers use to create art and innovation are now relatively affordable. But how do you ship a 3D printer, laser, or other delicate electronic equipment? We asked the Boston area's leading expert on shipping computers and technology for tips and insights. The first tip is to get professional … [Read more...]
Shipping Last Minute Gifts? Read This
"Even though I say I'm not going to wait until the last minute, every year it's the same thing - I have a bunch of Christmas presents to ship all over the country, and I am running out of time! What are the holiday shipping deadlines this year?" As a pack and ship store in Boston, we hear this question all of the time. Well, mostly in December, actually, but you know what we mean - lots of … [Read more...]
Moving On: When You Need to Change Addresses Quickly & With Minimal Stress
"The interpersonal situation in the apartment had become very tense, and I was spending as little time in the apartment as humanly possible," Joshua said. "Obviously I needed to move, and in the quickest, easiest way possible." Sound familiar? Room mate difficulties, breakups, and other situations that require a rapid change of address can be very stressful. Your secret weapon for smooth … [Read more...]
Shipping Tips for Super Fragile Items
Some of the very best things in life are extremely fragile. Whether we're talking about the most beautiful crystal or the speediest new gaming computer, there are some items that make shipping challenging, due to their delicate nature and high value. One of a kind, irreplaceable, and precious items can successfully be shipped - even all the way from San Francisco to Boston, Anaheim to Washington, … [Read more...]
Crate & Ship: What You Need to Know
When you have to ship something that's larger or heavier than the rules for parcel delivery services allow, that's called freight shipping. When you ship something freight, it has to be crated. Crates are wooden shipping containers designed to protect the contents from damage and theft during shipment. You can choose to build the crates yourself, or have a crate and ship company do the job for … [Read more...]
There’s No Law That Says You Have to Do Things The Hardest Way Possible: Understanding Pack and Ship Movers
"I think one of the most valuable lessons I've learned, now in my more mature years, is that there's no law that says you have to do things in the hardest possible way." Monique, a Boston entrepreneur, has moved several times over the course of her life. A new opportunity has her relocating to Chicago. "This is a big pivot for me professionally, and I need to be really focused right now," she … [Read more...]
How to Save Money Moving Small Loads Across the Country
Whether you're relocating your household or your business, you want to get the job done without spending all of your money. Here are some tips to help you save money moving small loads across the country. Step One: Be Sure You Actually Have a Small Load Professional moving companies define a small load as the amount of items that would fill a normal-sized dorm room: a few pieces of … [Read more...]
Understanding Foam In Place Shipping
When you're looking for the safest, most cost-effective way to ship fragile items, you'll want to know about foam in place shipping. Foam in place is a flexible, affordable way to safely ship expensive, fragile items safely. If you're shipping items that shouldn't be dropped, knocked around, or otherwise disturbed, foam in place shipping is the ideal solution. Why is Foam in Place Shipping … [Read more...]
Simplify Holiday Entertaining: the Dedicated Storage Unit
"After we retired, we moved out to Boston to be closer to our kids and grandkids," Marcy said. "I was willing to give up a very large home with lots of storage to make this happen. But what I'm not willing to give up is big holiday gatherings." Big holiday gatherings require lots of stuff. "Take Thanksgiving, for example," Marcy explained. "We have the three kids, they have eight grandkids … [Read more...]
