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There could be plenty of reasons why you may be considering or in the process of moving your parents into your home. Some families need some help looking after the kids, or your parents could need a little more support. No matter your reason, you should prepare for this move well in advance. We asked our professional movers for their advice on how to make sure the move goes smooth as possible. This is what they said. One of the most important considerations to make when making this transition is how big their current space is, and how much stuff is in it. If your parents live in a house that has lots of furniture, appliances, and stuff, you'll need to have a clear conversation about how big their new space is. Make them acknowledge how much room is available there, as well as in any storage areas like the basement or garage.  Look for opportunities to let them bring items you may want. Always be respectful of heirlooms, antiques, and favorite possessions. For exampl...

When people are moving, it’s common to feel stressed! It is known that people move to 4 to 5 different homes during their lifetime on average. Often this is due to a job relocation, increased family size, and relationship breakups. Therefore, we came up with a list of suggestions to help you handle your moving stress: Planning Just how much of time you have until you need to move might not always be in your control. Therefore crafting an action plan the moment you know you are moving. This may help you prevent some stress in the future. Be reasonable with your moving goals and take into consideration the amount of time and budget you have available. The first thing will be to plan your moving date, making sure there is a small amount of overlap between your new and old place. In this way, once you have moved everything, you can go back to clean and pick up any leftover items. By beginning the process as early as you can and booking a moving company in advance, your move wil...

You'll discover several reasons why you may need to move. Some individuals get a new job, purchase a larger house, or are just downsizing. What is important is how you are going to move there. You might do it yourself; however, we think that hiring a local moving company is the very best choice. Here are some reasons why you should think about hiring a local moving company. Outsource the Risk Hiring a local moving company is the smart and much easier option. These professionals are experienced and work quickly. When you move your self, you can get injured by not properly lifting an item the correct way. You also have to rent a moving truck and find friends to help. Make your moving experience relaxed by having a moving company to take care of all the hard work. Experience Moving Having professional knowledge helps when it comes to moving. Movers understand how to pack items and the right way to carry them around without injury. A local moving company with a skilled ...

The excellent news is that the hardest part of your moving is now complete. All your possessions have safely arrived at your new home and now you are ready to unpack the truck. There are several unpacking mistakes that may cause your moving experience to take longer and become more stressful. Try to steer clear of these common mistakes: 1. Not packing boxes effectively Some people are in a big hurry when moving and make an effort to take shortcuts. Even though a few items are salvageable when broken, it can take a lot of time and unneeded effort to repair these items. We recommend being extremely careful while you pack your belongings. Consider outsourcing Morrison Moving to help you professionally pack your items so you don't break pieces breaking in transit. 2. Not packing the truck properly While in transit, if you brake hard to steer clear of an accident you may experience an avalanche of boxes. We advise packing your moving truck and securing the load to prevent s...

Searching for moving companies is a big undertaking and there are lots of things to consider. Which company is going to be the best one for you? Follow these tips below to help you a company that has the experience to complete your move carefully, promptly and within your spending budget. Moving Company History If the moving company that you are chatting with is reasonably new, it may be really tough to tell whether they have the qualifications you need for your move. Experts recommend that you should hire a moving company with around 10 years of experience. Look at to the amount of information that they take during the estimate. Also, pay attention to the questions they ask. This would show that the company is skilled and that they care about your needs. Insurance If the moving company is not properly insured, it could be a red flag. Be sure you ask the appropriate questions to find out. Check out their company website to see if it is stated on there. Ask the company for...

You are an original Do it Yourselfer (DIY) and you wish to move for your upcoming move. You have previously looked into moving with a professional and chosen to move yourself after getting various quotes. What you failed to recognize is that there are hidden costs of moving yourself. Allow us to share a few hidden costs of moving yourself: Rental Costs The costs attached to renting a truck are not specifically advertised. Some of these costs not included in the fuel and insurance. Some of the other costs that can be added after the move are refueling charges, additional km charges and cleaning fees. Another aspect to consider is that you can rent an incorrectly sized truck. This oversight can cost you additional for a longer rental period or will push you to make numerous trips. In addition, you would need to rent moving blankets, moving pads and moving equipment. Time Involved Moving yourself takes up your time. Don't overlook the fact the time involved to pack. That...

CHCH, The Hamilton Community News and The Hamilton Spectator have publicized their Best Moving Company of 2017/2018 list. Morrison Moving have been awarded the Platinum Readers Choice Award and Silver Business Excellence Awards for the best moving companies in Hamilton. For anyone who doesn’t know what the readers choice awards are, this is when customers can vote for their favorite businesses. These votes are used to calculate the three best companies in Hamilton. The firms with the top amount of votes receive the Readers Choice Award in their chosen category. The CHCH Business Excellence Awards is also identical to the Readers Choice Awards. Only businesses who provide superb service and foster the most positive customer relationships are qualified to win these awards. Shoppers can feel self-confident that any business who may be awarded these Awards will extend great care and high-quality services to their customers. What Makes Morrison Moving the Best of 2017 and 2018? To be abl...

If a relationship is ending, regardless of whether it is six months or six decades old, it is a complicated process. Each move-out has its own issues. When you have children or pets with your ex, you should consider them in your arrangements. You will want to divide up your property and if you happen to be married, you will need to find a lawyer. Moving out is stress-full and demanding, so we asked our professional movers for their suggestions on some best practices for moving out after a breakup or divorce. Here is their advice on the ideal ways to move out after a breakup or divorce: Search for Legal Advice : Whenever there is children, pets or joint assets involved, get some help. Find a reliable family lawyer and ask them about potential legal ramifications regarding who actually possesses certain things. You could possibly want to have law enforcement or a lawyer present during the move to protect your interest. Sort Out Your Things : It could be tempting to take all the things...

The Internet has made it super easy to get in touch with professional moving companies.  Getting a moving quote online is easier than ever before. However, do you know if you are contacting a moving company or broker? Moving brokers are not professional movers in the sense that brokers are neither authorized nor licensed to transport household goods because they don’t own any moving trucks, moving staff, moving equipment, or packing supplies. In reality, moving brokers act as middlemen between the customer (the individual who is moving home) and moving company (the business entity that will complete the actual transportation job). Brokers are trained sales teams that will arrange for the transportation of your household items and then will try to sell your booking info to an actual moving company that may provide the actual truck transportation. Moving companies are the professional movers that make the real household move. They personal their very own fleet of br...

Following your move, you might be thrilled that the majority of the work is over. However, there is unpacking. We wanted to share some recommendations on how to make unpacking less stressful. Begin Unpacking  Unpacking will be more stressful if you put it off instead of starting right away. There may be a lot to get done, so all things count as advancements when unpacking. Make a Checklist Life is much easier when you write things down. We advise you make a top priority checklist of everything that needs to be unpacked. Unpack Essential Items First When you start unpacking the Necessary Items first, you are aware of about where your items are. This gives you some "Peace of mind" soon after moving. Get Rid of Unpacked Boxes Moving boxes use up a lot of space. Once you are unpacking, your space will become much less. We suggest that you discard your boxes as you empty them. Try and give yourself more space as you work. We as well encourage that you break down...

Moving in the winter can be demanding with the cold weather and chilly conditions. Do not let the rain, wind, snow and other hazardous weather stop you from moving. Morrison Moving operates year-round helping move people in all types of weather. Here are our suggestions for moving in the winter: SHIELD YOUR FLOORS Most of the people that live in colder climates know the discomfort of the weather when it snows and rains. We highly recommend that you put down carpets or nonslip covers on your floors. You may also use cardboard or plastic with grip. This would help guard your floors against harm. PACK CORRECTLY When packing your things, be sure they are properly secured and put in boxes which could hold their weight. When items are fragile, we suggest wrapping them in bubble wrap, newspaper or moving blankets. Consider outsourcing the packing. DO NOT RUSH It is best to never rush a move, especially in the winter. Remember that winter months offer less daylight, which will i...

You are going to have to make plenty of decisions when it comes to moving. Every choice is capable of influencing your moving budget. If you are trying to keep spending low, here are a few recommendations to make your dollars go further. Check multiple dates Movers have days and months which might be more in demand than others. Generally, peak times are in the summer, at the end of the week, on holidays, and at the beginning and end of each month. When booking your move, make an effort to play with the dates to find the smartest choice. Downsize Your belongings Regardless of which mover you choose, it costs more to move more. Search through all your items and sell, give away or throw out things you do not use. The less you pack, the more you save! Pack properly Packing well can help to eliminate expenses because you are more likely to use all available space. Check out some articles with packing tips on how to pack like a pro. Compare options When shopping around for a movin...

Moving heavy furniture may be unsafe if you do not have a plan to what you are doing.  To prevent moving accidents or damage to your precious property you need to be familiar with some safety guidelines. Any individual who disregards safety when moving furniture may wind up badly injured.  Think about how much it can cost you from an injury.  Implement our safety guidelines below for a safe and stress-free move. Make sure to Disassemble your furniture pieces It is significant to remember that furniture disassembly is one among the best safety suggestions for moving furniture. Measure your furniture pieces to determine if they will go through all door openings and hallways. The furniture that is too big, disassemble. Determine and eliminate furniture moving risks Look around and use your common sense to avoid injury. Be sure that you keep the exit paths and outdoor pathways clear of potential dangers. Get some good help One among the best safety tips when mo...

Morrison Moving understands that moving to a new home, apartment or condo is a big task which could easily lead to worry. To help lower the worrying about moving, we have created some moving tips to help you. Employ the service of a Moving Company Hiring a professional moving company will lower the amount of work and anxiety included in moving. Should you be set on moving yourself, we advise that you getting insurance when renting a truck. Label All Your Boxes Boxes should never only be labeled with their proper contents, but also with the expected room, they should go in. For anyone who is moving a large home, consider investing in a label printer to effectively label each box. Use Tons Of Plastic Wrap Plastic wrap allows as a working answer to securing and protecting goods like plates, glass and other items. For larger items make use of it to protecting furniture from dents and scratches. Use lots! Pack Fragile Items Carefully To stop damage we suggest the use of paper. ...

It could an incredibly good strategy to have your neighbors on your side. When you’re new to the neighborhood, you might not have met anyone yet. We are going to review some suggestions to help you familiarize yourself with the neighbors. Some of the benefits of good neighbors are: They can keep an eye out on your property Help in case of emergency You can borrow from each other  Looking after your children We advise taking the vital steps to meet your neighbors as soon as you move in. Making the effort signifies that you are willing to establish a relationship with them. Let them find out more about you and get familiar with them. Ask yourself: Do they seem responsible? Do they have children? Can they have a decent conversation? Are they somebody you would want to befriend? It is beneficial to figure out what you need from your new acquaintances! Once you’ve gotten relaxed with your new neighbors, discuss what you could exchange:  Looking after pets duri...

We get tons of questions about when is the best time of year to move and when are professional movers the cheapest. We have some recommendations that can help you to save money on your move. Here are the top tips to help you with taking advantage of the most affordable dates. Consider Moving in the Fall and Winter Winter is usually regarded as the lowest priced time of the year to move. Most people do not want to risk moving during the cold weather. This time of year is considered off-season and most movers lower their prices because they aren’t too busy. Contact your local professional moving company to see what deals you can get. Do Not Move During the Summer The summer is the most expensive time of year to move. Most individuals like to move during this season because the real estate market is booming and the kids are out of school. Demand is why movers prices are higher during these months. Try Moving in the Middle of the Month If you choose to move in the middle of the month you...

This summer has been a hot one.  We suggest you take extra care while working outside. If you happen to be dealing with a move this summer, taking extra measures is critical.   Morrison Moving has over Three decades of knowledge handling crews working outdoors year round throughout Hamilton and the Niagara Region . To assist you with your summer move, we have compiled our best guidelines for staying cool in the heat. TRY TO SLOW DOWN Don't anticipate top speeds in hot weather. Plan for the move to take longer than normal. Allow your group to take repeated breaks in the shade. MAKE A SOLID PLAN Take into account it is often coolest in the morning. Plan the most challenging tasks earlier in the day. STAY HYDRATED Be sure you have cold water handy through the day. If you happen to be in the heat without water, go to a nearby restaurant to fill up your water bottle. We advise freezing a few water bottles the night before to guarantee that you have cool water availa...

A lot of people think that cardboard moving boxes are their very best option because they are cheap and useful for moving. The biggest issue with cardboard is they do nothing at all to save the environment. There are various eco friendly Hamilton movers who are actually investing into the reusable plastic containers as an addon to their for moving and packing services. Allow me to share some convincing reasons to use them. Significantly for the environment. Reusable plastic boxes are manufactured from recyclable high-density polyethylene These these bins can be used up to 200 to 380 times.  Plastic boxes last longer Plastic boxes are weather resistant Renting these bins are economical because it will decrease the labour time per trip. Consider renting some reusable plastic containers from a Hamilton residential moving? It's absolutely worth the investment. For more information, check out: Morrison Moving  130 Brockley Dr.  Hamilton, ON N1R 6J9  (905)...

Are you presently moving to a new location? Moving is definitely a one of a kind experience that will alter all the things around you. There are a lot of things to find out and to learn about moving. Having excellent organization is important to having an effective moving experience. We have drawn up a moving essentials list to help you with the day. Moving Day Essentials List Packing Supplies You ought to have extra bags, packing paper, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, tape and boxes,. Nearly everybody is likely to under estimate the supplies that they have. Important Supplies What things do you need for the bathroom? Be concerned about having a roll of toilet paper available at your new house. Occasionally people will not likely leave one after they move. Also toothbrush and toothpaste, towels, shower gel, conditioner, hair brush, razor and shaving cream, antiperspirant, wet wipes, cosmetics and shampoo that you use. Change of Clothes It will be great to get an extra set of...

Moving with  Electronic Devices Almost everyone possesses multiple electronics which include Computers, Tablets, Tv's, Audio Equipment and more. A lot of people put their whole livelihoods on one particular mobile device or computer. All your individualized information, crucial files and more can be lost permanently if a single thing happens to that device. There are some factors that must be considered to guarantee the safe transportation of your valuable electronics. Make sure you follow these simple steps to help keep your valuable electronic products in order. Handle your own Electronic Devices Lots of moving companies will not take any responsibility for damage to any electronic device. You will need to ask the moving company and have a look at their contract just before giving these items to a mover. Only you can make sure the safe moving of your own device. Take Pics Before Unplugging a Device It's strongly recommended that you take lots of pics of the conn...