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...]
Tips for Packing Fragile Items for Cross-Country Shipping
If you have a computer, television, or other electronics that you need to ship cross-country, you may be a little worried about how to ensure your fragile item will arrive safely. The delivery process can be a little rough sometimes. If your items aren't packaged to protect them against drops, knocks, and damage, they might not make it through in one piece. As a Boston shipping company, we'd … [Read more...]
Shipping Patriots Gear to Distant Fans: A Boston Football Lover’s Guide
Here in Boston, Patriots gear is everywhere you look. A fan can shop to their heart's content, finding Patriots clothing, Patriots mugs, Patriots stickers, and all kinds of Patriots stuffed animals all over the city. But what's the situation like for NE Patriots fans who live in Texas, Miami, or even California? Their options are much more limited - and often, they pay much higher prices for … [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...]
Strong Shipping Crates Save the Day for Boston Family
"Our daughter Marie moved to Santa Fe years ago," Paula said. "But if you have adult children, you know how that goes: the kids move out, but their stuff stays with you. That was fine while we lived in Ipswich, where our home was larger. But now that it's just Bobby and I, we're downsizing. If Paula wanted to keep these things, they needed to live with her. We looked into many options to transport … [Read more...]
Shipping Holiday Gifts That Wow!
The holidays are getting closer by the minute. So much of the fun of the season is finding the perfect gift for loved ones far away and sending it to them, a delightful surprise delivered directly to their doorstep. As your Boston shipping company, we'd like to share our tips for shipping holiday gifts that wow! Tip number one is to think visually. What is your recipient going to see when they … [Read more...]
Shipping Stressing You Out? Don’t Sweat It!
"They say that days are longer in the summer, but I don't believe it," Mavis said. "There's just not enough time in the day to get everything done that I need to do. Everybody's getting married, and that means shopping for gifts, and that takes time, and then you've got to ship everything. That means you've got to find all these boxes, and somehow get the packing materials - where do they even … [Read more...]
Shipping Telescopes: What You Need To Know
Tonight, you may notice that the moon is brighter and larger than usual. That's because it's what astronomers call a Supermoon - an event where the moon's orbit is just a little closer than normal. It'll be beautiful, and it's a great chance to do some lunar observations. If you're an astronomer, of the backyard or professional variety, you may need to ship a telescope or other celestial … [Read more...]
Shipping Grandfather Clocks: Best Practices
A grandfather clock is a treasured possession, beautiful to look at - but very difficult to move! With delicate clockwork, heavy pendulums and weights, glass and crystal, there's a lot of moving parts to the typical Grandfather clock. Keeping a Grandfather clock in good working order can be a challenge within a home - the floor must be level, the humidity controlled. Moving a grandfather clock … [Read more...]
Boston: Shipping Hard To Pack Items
"Throughout the year, my work takes me to some pretty remote locations. I've gone to Ghana, New Zealand, and Morocco, all in the past 18 months." Stephen is an environmental scientist. "There's just no way I can bring all of the necessary equipment on site myself. It's too bulky and heavy. And all of this stuff needs to be handled carefully. If my equipment is broken, it's no good to me - and you … [Read more...]