Advice for Moving in the Rain
This weekend is one of our busiest, and the forecast in the Greater New York area looks to be a wet one. If you are moving in the rain, you may feel extra stressed. Poor weather can put a damper on your move, but chances are, moving during a rain storm is worth the effort. Here at Moishe's, we have experienced many stormy moving days, and with a little preparation, the moves can still go smoothly. Here are some tips for moving during bad weather:
- Cover furniture made from cloth, wood, and other untreated materials with plastic sheeting to protect it from moisture and dirt.
- Create walkways both out of your old home and into your new home by taping down either rugs or cardboard. Avoid using plastic sheeting on the floor as this is very slippery when wet.
- Don't let carboard boxes get too wet--water will disintegrate the cardboard. If rain is heavy, protect boxes with plastic. Always carry boxes from the bottom, and watch out for any unexpected tears.
- Make your movers comfortable. Whether you have hired a professional moving service or you have some friends helping you, keep their spirits up with fresh towels and refreshing beverages. If the weather is especially cold, try to have the heat on in your new home.
Labels: moving tips, rainy day moves
August Busiest Time for Moishe's
August is a time when many people decide to pack up and move, especially families with children entering a new school season. So it's no surprise that the last weekend in August is one of Moishe's busiest of the year. Are you moving at the end of the month? The best advice I can give you is to plan ahead and explore as many options that are available to you in order to save time and money. Make sure you have the necessary moving supplies, tools, and paperwork handy in advance of your moving day.
Have you decided whether you will be doing the heavy lifting yourself or choosing to hire a professional moving company? If you are on the fence,
here is a helpful article on choosing a moving company wisely. A good moving company will guide you through the process, minimize any surprises or issues that arise last-minute, have local knowledge to navigate your move with ease, and have a proven track record.
Also, if you are moving in the near future, don't forget about our video competition, which will award one lucky winner with a full refund of the cost of his/her move.
Moishe's Moving Movie Madness (M4) invites Moishe's customers to videotape their moves and submit short films through
our Facebook page. The deadline is Oct. 15. From Oct. 16 to Nov. 29, the public can vote on their favorite video, and the video with the most votes will be eligible to win.
Check out the first video submitted to see what you may be up against. Good luck!
Labels: choosing a moving company, Moishe's Moving Movie Madness, moving tips
More Job Seekers Willing to Relocate
As job losses have soared during the recession, a growing number of people are packing up their lives and moving to new locations for better job opportunities. According to a recent study by
Challenger, Gray & Christmas (as reported in The New York Times), 18 percent of job seekers who found employment in the second quarter relocated for their new positions. That's up from 14 percent in the previous quarter and 11 percent in the second quarter of 2008. The overwhelming desire to get back to work has forced many families to make the difficult choice of leaving their friends, neighborhoods, and schools behind while they seek more stability.
Moving is already stressful enough, and with the added stress of changing jobs, you may feel guilty for putting your family through a major change. Encourage your family to be positive, flexible, and willing to make compromises because you are moving to a better economic climate for the greater good of their futures. The job recession is forecast to last until at least the second quarter of 2010.
Easing into Back-to-School Season & Twitter
August is the busiest month for Moishe's, and we are enjoying moving thousands of New Yorkers into new homes. This time of year also signals the end of summer and the start of the back-to-school season. If you have moved your family to a new location this summer, chances are you also have the double duty of preparing your child for a new school. The transition can be stressful for both you and your child, but with some compassion and careful planning, you can encourage your child to embrace the change.
The important thing to remember is to include your children in the process. Show your kids around their new neighborhood and their new school, so that they feel familiar and at ease with their new surroundings. No matter how stressful the moving process gets, take time to talk to your kids about why your family is moving and how it affects them. You'll be surprised at how taking the time to listen to your kids will not only help them feel better, but you will feel better too.
Also, I would like to invite you to follow us on Twitter (
http://twitter.com/MoishesMoving) to see our offers for last-minute discounts and promotions. And don't forget about
our video competition, M4, which is currently underway. You can see one of the first entries
here. What do you think? Do these movers deserve to win a free move?
Labels: back to school, M4, moving with kids, twitter, video contest
