With less than a week remaining until Christmas, is it too late to ship holiday gifts? Not necessarily, say the major delivery companies. You still have time, although it's important to understand that the longer you wait to ship your holiday gifts from the South Shore, the more money you're going to pay. Additionally, as we all know, the weather is unpredictable. While all the delivery … [Read more...]
What Should I Do If My Holiday Packages Arrive Damaged?
"The UPS guy came right when I was in the middle of getting dinner ready. Of course the kids were being nuts too," says Janelle W., who lives in the South Shore. "So I just took the package from him without really looking at it. Afterwards, that's when I discovered that the box was damaged." "It had obviously been opened and re-taped," Janelle continued. "The side of the box was all smashed." … [Read more...]
Small Business Saturday: Boston Shipping
Today is Small Business Saturday, the day designated for consumers all across the country to patronize small, independent businesses. There are several reasons why you want to choose small businesses first: small businesses are the primary drivers of growth in this country - did you know that small businesses are responsible for over 2/3 of all new job creation? Next, small businesses can give … [Read more...]
Shipping Antique Furniture: Your South Shore Solution
"Duncan Phyfe is one of my personal heroes," Ginny said. "He may not be as popular as he once was, but there's no denying the impact he had on American design and early furniture. That's why when I see a Duncan Phyfe piece, if I can afford it, I buy it." "You'd be surprised how flexible the definition of what my wife considers 'affordable' is," Alec laughed. "One way I try to keep the budget … [Read more...]
South Shore Shipping: Get A Free Quote for Your Small, Local, or International Move
One of the hardest things about planning a move - whether you're moving across town, across country, or all the way to the other side of the world - is figuring out the costs. Moving companies are notoriously tight-lipped when it comes to providing accurate, reliable information about what they're going to charge their customers. Hidden fees, add-on charges, and other surprise costs can make your … [Read more...]
Take the Guesswork Out of Shipping: Boston Pack and Ship
"How much does this box weigh?" Sue asked Mark. "I don't know." He picked the cardboard shipping carton up and shook it gently. "Maybe 15, 20 pounds." "How much is that going to cost to ship it?" Mark shrugged. "Beats me!" "Well, how long will it take to get there?" "I don't know that either!" Take the Guesswork Out of Shipping with Boston Pack and Ship As the holidays are … [Read more...]
Happy Halloween from Boston Pack and Ship
Happy Halloween from Boston Pack and Ship! We hope that your day is full of 'frightening' fun - ghosts, ghouls, and goblins are lurking around every corner, after all, on this, the spookiest day of the year. But there should be nothing frightening about shipping packages and parcels. Here at Boston Pack and Ship, we're your South Shore shipping specialist. Our expert team can help you pack … [Read more...]
The South Shore Small Move: Save Money, Less Stress
"When I was younger, I tried to look at each move as a new adventure. The places we'd go! The people we'd meet!" Lolly M. laughed. "But after you've relocated 3 or 4 times, some of the shiny wears off. Now, I want the moves to be quick, simple, and stress free." Lolly and her husband, a surgeon, have kept their lifestyle 'purposefully minimalistic' due to their frequent moves. "We have what we … [Read more...]
South Shore: What’s The Best Way to Ship High-Value Items?
"Great things come in small packages - and believe me, thieves know that!" Randall designs and sells custom jewelry pieces from his South Shore home. "I start worrying the minute I send a package to my customer and I can't relax until I know they have it in their hands." Boston Pack and Ship: Take the Stress out of Shipping When you're shipping high-value items, security is always a top … [Read more...]
South Shore Simple: Shipping Artwork, Photos, and Paintings
"The only thing you really have in this life are your memories," Steven said. "The moments you remember for years and years - in my case, 87 years!" At this point in his life, Steven is downsizing in preparation of moving in with his oldest daughter in Boston. "I'm only keeping the most important things," he said. "All the rest I'm sending to my children and grandchildren so they can enjoy … [Read more...]
