"Our parents were collectors," Danny said. "And when I say collectors, I mean collectors of everything. Duck decoys, china figurines, artwork, clocks - the house is just full to the rafters. Luckily, there are six children and eleven grandchildren to distribute things to. The costs for all of the shipping is coming out of the estate, so obviously we want to keep that to a minimum. What's the best … [Read more...]
It’s Time to Talk About Holiday Shipping
Now we know that you're probably not up at night reading all the latest news about the Post Office and a nationwide truck driver shortage, but as pack and ship movers in Boston, we do. Let's get you up to speed with what's going on and how that might impact your holiday shipping plans. Beginning October 1st, the Post Office is slowing delivery times for first class packages. At the same time, … [Read more...]
Shipping Musical Instruments – The Do’s And Don’ts
Don't: Use T-Shirts, crumpled up newspaper, or recycled air pillows as packing material when shipping musical instruments. The choice of packing material is critical in ensuring your musical instruments are safe while they are being transported. Packing materials are chosen to keep the instrument from shifting inside the box during transit. They're also used to provide support to the instrument … [Read more...]
For Busy Entrepreneurs, Pack and Ship Moving Services Simplify Life on the Go
"When you're talking about exciting innovation, Boston is the place to be. I am thrilled I came here. The people I've worked with are amazing, and the opportunity was too good to miss," Davyn said. "But the thing is you have to be willing to chase your dreams. I've done what I can do here, and I'm headed to the West Coast." For busy entrepreneurs, taking two weeks to a month to organize the … [Read more...]
Preventing Shipping Damage: Shipping Boxes & Packing Materials Matter
Whether you're sending a fragile gift to a friend or have a business that depends on getting customers their shipments in pristine condition, preventing shipping damage is a top concern. As Western Massachusetts' most trusted shipping store, we have some insights we'd like to share with you on how to prevent your items from being damaged while they're being shipped. Shipping boxes are so … [Read more...]
Students: Sending Your Stuff Home For the Holidays
As the fall semester draws to an end, many Boston college and university students change their living arrangements. There's nothing like moving to realize you own too much stuff. Save yourself space and the hassle of moving the things you don't need or want right now by shipping packages back home. Ideal for textbooks, out of season clothing, sports gear, and anything else you thought you … [Read more...]
3 Times You’ll Want a Professional Packing & Shipping Company
It's easy to assume that shipping packages is simple. After all, you just throw your stuff in a box, toss some styrofoam peanuts in there, tape it up, scribble an address on the outside and call for pickup, right? Well, that can work in some instances, but it's not necessarily the best route all of the time. To avoid breakage, lost packages, heartache and expense, you'll definitely want to call in … [Read more...]
Life Should Be an Adventure. Moving Your Stuff Shouldn’t Be
Okay, we'll admit it. We read this HuffPo article about a young family living a nomadic expat lifestyle and we turned a little green with envy. Well, not absolutely green. Not emerald green. Maybe a little chartreuse around the ear lobes - after all, who doesn't want to have globe trotting kids and romantic evenings in Rome and all that stuff? Adventure is wonderful - but the logistics of … [Read more...]
Student Moves Secrets Every Parent Needs To Know
Hey, are you the parent of a college student? Getting your kid set up in their new living situation, whether that's a dorm, fraternity or sorority house, or off-campus apartment, can be quite a production - especially when you're surrounded by what seems like thousands of other kids and their families trying to do the same thing at the same time. Here's a nifty secret: you don't have to do it. … [Read more...]
Outsource Shipping To Reduce Customer Complaints
"When I started this business, I did everything myself," Rita said. The owner of a South Shore apparel and accessory company, Rita specializes in truly unique handcrafted items. She has customers all around the world - far more than she'd ever expected. "My emphasis - what I love to do! - is create these jewelry items for my customers. I can spend every hour of the day in my studio! But you have … [Read more...]
