So here I am in Boston, stuck with a computer that doesn't work. My kid brother back home in Philadelphia says he can fix it for me, no big deal. All I have to do is ship my computer to him. He'll do his magic, ship the computer back to me, and I can get on with my busy life as a college student. Sounds simple, right? Well, here's what I learned along the way: First: Never pack your computer … [Read more...]
When You Need a Great Crate
You've got a valuable, fragile item that you need to ship. It's large, bulky and heavy. What's the best way to package it for transport? Wooden crates are the gold standard for protecting goods in transit. Many freight carriers require that items be crated according to their size and quality regulations. This is because crating provides the highest level of protection for your items, whether … [Read more...]
Need to Return Holiday Gifts? Shipping Tips
Well, Santa's once again made his epic round-the-world gift giving journey. There's been much ripping of wrapping paper, squeals of delight, devouring of candy canes and chocolate fudge...and then, slowly, the after holiday tasks begin to appear. That sweater your sister got you that's two sizes too small? It's got to go back, to be exchanged for something that fits. Aunt Margaret got your … [Read more...]
Crating Can Be Complicated
Before you choose a crating and freighting company, read these useful informative tips. Wooden shipping crates are the industry standard for protecting delicate, expensive equipment like computers, servers, biomedical equipment, and more. Crating is also required when you're shipping large, heavy, oddly sized items. For example, custom crating is used to ship a variety of items ranging from … [Read more...]
Cross Country Shipping Do’s & Don’ts
If you're planning a long distance move, the odds are pretty good you've looked into ways to save money. Moving is expensive! One common tip is to ship some or all of your household goods from your old address to your new one. This can be a great idea, but you have to do it right. For that reason, we've prepared some cross country shipping do's and don'ts: DO: Get really real about what you … [Read more...]
Boston Small Business Growth Tips: How to Choose a Pack and Ship Company
What are your 2020 goals for your small business? If you're looking for a smart route to sustainable growth, choosing a packing and shipping company to handle your shipping needs makes sense. Here's why: Developing expertise takes time. No matter what you're trying to learn, the process takes time. Shipping orders requires knowing what boxes to use, the right packing materials, and the … [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...]
Money Saving Tips for Small Moves
If you're relocating and need to make the most of your budget, help yourself to these money saving tips. These insights come from our 30+ years serving the Boston community with local and long-distance moves. Don't Be Afraid to Downsize Small households can have a lot of stuff. Before you start packing boxes, take the time to determine what you want or need to keep. Everything else doesn't … [Read more...]
3 Things You Should Never Do When Shipping a Computer – EVER!
Because we're one of Boston's busiest computer shipping services, we're always talking about what you should do when you need to ship a computer. But today we're going to do something a little different and tell you 3 things you should never do when shipping a computer: DON'T EVER: Use a cardboard box from the recycling bin to ship a computer. Recycling is great - but used cardboard boxes … [Read more...]
