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The Indirect Costs of Handling Your Move Yourself

The Indirect Costs of Handling Your Move Yourself

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Are you pondering whether or not to hire a full service moving company for your upcoming move?  If so, then this series of articles is for you.  While moving companies cost money, so does conducting the move yourself. We are continuing our series on the costs of handling your move on your own.  Our previous article discussed the need to purchase boxes, packing materials and other supplies.  We also covered the fact that moving yourself often results in needing to rent a moving truck. Today, we will look at some of the indirect costs to consider when you forgo hiring a packing and moving company.

ADDITIONAL RISKS

When you move yourself, you assume all risks for the move.  For instance, if you rent a moving truck and you get into an accident that is your fault, you will be responsible for any injuries and damage to both the vehicles and items you are transporting. You may also be required to purchase an additional insurance rider. Moving companies are licensed and insured so they assume all of the risks during your move.

GETTING HURT, DAMAGE, ETC.

If your best friend drops your 88 inch television on his or her foot, then you are technically responsible for damage to your television as well as the injury to your best friend.  Or, let’s say you are driving the moving truck and accidently hit a huge pothole that results in damage to some items you are transporting. In this case, you’re out of luck.  When you use full service movers, it is their responsibility to ensure your contents are safely moved without damage.

3 Guys Moving is a trusted full service moving company located in Tampa, Florida.  Our long distance and local movers and packers are experienced and treat your move like it was their own.  No items are too big for our full services movers to handle.  We even offer piano moving and employ some of the best piano movers in the business.  If you have an upcoming move, we welcome an opportunity to provide you with a quote.  Give us a call today!

Moving Yourself Costs Money, Too

Moving Yourself Costs Money, Too

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We often come across potential customers who wish to analyze the cost of hiring a full service moving company vs. moving themselves.  The bottom line is that both options are going to cost money.  The latter is going to take additional time and has associated risks.  Our next series of articles will discuss exactly what is involved when you move yourself vs. hiring a full service moving company.  Let’s get started.

PURCHASE BOXES AND SUPPLIES

As we discussed in a previous article, it is advisable to purchase new boxes for your move.  So, even when you move yourself, you will incur the costs of boxes and packing supplies.  When you hire movers and packers, they will come with sturdy boxes and packing material on-hand to conduct your packing. Not only do full service movers save you time, but they often save you money because they know how to pack items in the most efficient manner possible.

RENT TRUCK

When you move yourself, you will still incur the cost of renting a moving truck.  Renting a moving truck often comes with the need to purchase rental insurance.  When you hire a full service moving company, we come to you with movers and packers, drivers and the right size truck needed to safely transport your items.

RECRUIT FRIENDS AND FAMILY

If you are moving yourself, you will likely need help, which means recruiting friends and family.  Not only will you need to feed and provide them with drinks, but there are some additional risks that you assume when you use family and friends to help you move.  We will discuss this in our next article.

3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company dedicated to ensuring the satisfaction of our valued customers.  Our full service movers handle all types of moves, including piano moving.  In fact, our piano movers are considered among the best in the business. Remember, not all moving companies are alike.  Our long distance and local movers stand ready to ensure your move is stress-free and smooth.  Give us a call to learn more today!

Preparing for Your Garage Sale

Preparing for Your Garage Sale

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One of the first steps in moving is getting rid of items you don’t plan to bring to your new home.  As a full service moving company, we always recommend that our customers only move the items they really plan to keep.  This not only saves money, but time and headaches once you are in your new home.

Our next series of articles will discuss some tips to help you prepare for your garage sale.

DETERMINE DATE(S)

The first step in the garage sale process is determining the date(s) to have your event.  This will give you a set time to have everything sorted and ready.  Saturdays and Sundays are often the best days for garage sales.

ORGANIZE ITEMS

Next, you need to throw away items you do not plan to sell or give away.  Once you decide what items you plan to have in your garage sale, you will need to organize them.  Many people choose to organize them by room or category (i.e. kitchen, bath, kids, etc.) Once you organize the items, create a master inventory of everything you plan to sell.

MAKE ITEMS LOOK THEIR BEST

Once you have determined what items to include in your garage sale, go through them one more time and give them a little TLC. Cleaning up the items can help them look more appealing and may even allow you to sell them for a higher price.

Our next article will cover more garage sale preparation tips.  3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company that has been serving satisfied customers for more than three decades. Our long distance and local movers are experienced and dedicated to ensuring your move goes smooth.  We are also one of the few companies who handle piano moving.  Our piano movers have conducted hundreds of moves and are among the best in the business. If you are seeking a moving company, look no further.  Our full service movers stand ready to serve you.  Give us a call to learn more today!

Moving During Your Golden Years

Moving During Your Golden Years

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There comes a point in the lives of most senior citizens when downsizing becomes necessary.  Moving into a 55+ community, apartment, independent living facility or assisted living facility can not only help simplify things, but also keeps you engaged with planned activities, events and outings.  However, downsizing is difficult, especially for seniors.  If you are considering making a move during your golden years, a full service moving company can help make the process easier.

Today, we will take a look at a few tips to consider when moving during your golden years.

PASS DOWN ITEMS TO CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN

It can be very difficult to part with items that have a lifetime of memories attached to them.  This is the time to consider passing these items down to your children and grandchildren.  Not only will this give you peace of mind, but it will ensure these items remain in the family for the next generation to talk about and enjoy.

HAVE AN ESTATE SALE

Once you have sorted through your belongings and set aside those you either wish to keep or pass down to children and/or grandchildren, consider having an estate sale. This is a great way to ensure your belongings are purchased by people who want to have them while making a little cash on the side.

HIRE PROFESSIONAL MOVERS AND PACKERS

Now that you have downsized, it is time to hire a full service moving company to handle the rest.  In most cases, movers and packers can conduct moves to apartments, independent living, and assisted living facilities in a few hours.

3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company with more than three decades of experience handling all types of moves.  Our long distance and local movers take time to ensure your move is quick and smooth.  If you need piano moving, our piano movers are among the best in the business.  Some moving companies offer piano moving, but their piano movers lack the experience and knowledge to do the job right.  Remember, not every full service moving company has your best interests at heart, which is what makes 3 Guys Moving is different from most moving companies.  Give us a call to learn more today.

Packing Fragile, Antique and Collectible Items

Packing Fragile, Antique and Collectible Items

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Fragile items, including antiques and collectibles, should be handled in a delicate manner.  When you hire an experienced moving and storing company such as 3 Guys Moving, your movers and packers will take extra time to ensure these items are safe and secure.  We also understand that sometimes people wish to pack these items themselves. Our next series of articles will cover some tips to consider when packing fragile items, antiques and collectibles.

USE NEW, STURDY BOXES

While it may be tempting to drag out old boxes from the attic, it is highly advisable that you purchase new, sturdy boxes when packing your collectibles.  When you hire a quality moving and storage company such as 3 Guys Moving, you will notice that the movers and packers always use sturdy, high quality boxes, especially when dealing with antiques, collectibles and items that are fragile.

WRAP/PACK ITEMS USING CUSHIONING MATERIALS

There are numerous types of cushioning material that can be used when packing fragile items.  Our movers and packers use a combination of materials depending on the fragility of the item(s) being packed. Some popular cushioning materials used by a moving and storage company include air pillows, bubble wrap, and foam peanuts. Movers and packers often pack photo albums and collectibles such as comic books and vintage magazines in mylar bags to keep them protected.

Our next article will cover more tips on protecting fragile items during your move.

3 Guys Moving is a respected moving and storage company located in Tampa, Florida.  We are also one of the premier piano moving companies in the country. Our piano movers are highly experienced and understand what it takes to safely move this delicate instrument.  If you have an upcoming move, our movers and packers will take care of everything for you from start to finish.  Give us a call and let’s get started today!

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Reducing the Stress of Unpacking

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Moving can be a daunting task.  Movers and packers are a tremendous asset on the front end, but when it comes to unpacking and organizing, that is something most homeowners wish to tackle themselves.  As we’ve mentioned in previous articles, it can be very helpful to have your full service movers unload the boxes and furniture into their corresponding rooms. This will save you the headache of doing it yourself.  We also discussed setting up your electronics and appliances, beginning to make the space your own, and the importance of eating and staying hydrated.  Today, we will cover three more unpacking tips to consider.

SET A GOAL FOR EACH DAY

Try to set a goal for each day. This not only helps you to stay on track with your unpacking, but also gives you a feeling of accomplishment.  Just make sure that the goals you are setting are reasonable and achievable.

INVITE FRIENDS OVER

Invite your friends to come over to help!  A few extra hands can make an incredible impact and help expedite your unpacking process.

TAKE TIME OFF!

While unpacking is important, it is equally important to take regular breaks and time off to help refresh your mind and body. Consider taking the afternoon off to catch a movie, explore the local area, grab a bite to eat at a new restaurant, etc.

3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company located in Tampa, Florida.  Our long distance and local movers are passionate about making sure your move is as smooth and stress-free as possible.  We have been in business for more than three decades and are an approved military storage facility.  Whether you have a door-to-door move or an interim move, our movers and packers will treat you with the professionalism and care you deserve.  Don’t trust just any full service moving company.  Let us show you what makes our full service movers different.  Give your friends at 3 Guys Moving a call today!

Reasons to Hire Full Service Movers

Reasons to Hire Full Service Movers vs Renting a Moving Container

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There are many options to consider when planning a move.  As we continue our series on the advantages of hiring full service movers and packers vs. renting a moving container, we will examine two more aspects that make a moving and packing company an attractive and wise investment.  Previous articles discussed how movers and packers alleviate the burden of packing, how full service movers know how to keep items safe during transport, the fact that a packing and moving company has special equipment to assist with your move, and how they do all the heavy lifting for you.  Let’s take a look at two more advantages hiring a full service moving company has over renting a moving container.

FULL SERVICE MOVERS CAN HANDLE SPECIALTY ITEMS

Certain items, such as organs, pianos and bulky equipment, must be handed with special care. Piano movers, for instance, are specifically trained and equipped to disassemble, pack, transport and re-assemble these sensitive and expensive items. Piano moving is an example of something you would want to hire a professional moving company to handle.

FULL SERVICE MOVERS AND PACKERS GET THE JOB DONE QUICK

Movers and packers know how to get the job done in a timely and efficient manner.  Time is money and hiring a professional moving and packing company will most definitely save time.

When it comes to moving companies, 3 Guys Moving is one of the most dependable, trusted names in the business.  We have more than three decades of experience handling both local moves and interstate relocations.  We are a moving and storage company, so our 23,000 square foot climate controlled warehouse can accommodate all of your short term storage needs.  We welcome the opportunity to handle your next move. Give us a call to learn more today!

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Advantages of Hiring Full Service Movers vs. Renting a Moving Container

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We are beginning a new series of articles on the advantages of hiring a full service moving company vs. renting a moving container.  Moving containers are quite popular because they are cheap and able to be placed on your driveway for an extended period of time.  However, if you are moving to a multi-family housing unit (i.e. apartments, condos, etc.), an urban area where parking spaces are limited, or a neighborhood with a homeowners association, you may run into issues with being able to drop your moving container and leaving it for more than a few days.  This is just one of the challenges some people face when using a moving container.  Let’s take a look at some reasons why hiring full service movers may be a better option.

A Moving and Packing Company Can Alleviate the Burdon of Packing

Packing is one of the most time consuming tasks of moving.  A full service moving company has movers and packers that can handle this for you.  When you rent a moving container, you must not only pack boxes, but you also have to do all of the loading and unloading.

Full Service Movers Know How to Keep Items Safe

Full service movers know how to strategically pack boxes and place boxes and bulky items in the truck in a way that will keep them safe during transport. 

Our next article will cover more reasons to consider hiring full service movers and packers vs. renting a moving container. 

3 Guys Moving is one of Tampa’s premier moving companies.  We have handled thousands of moves in our more than 30 years of business.  Our movers and packers take time to evaluate your needs then develop a plan to ensure your move is as stress-free and smooth as possible. Don’t trust just any packing and moving company with your next move. Give your friends at 3 Guys Moving a call today!

We Understand Military Moves

We Understand Military Moves

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We are proud to serve our military!  At 3 Guys Moving, we understand the unique needs of military members and their families, especially during times of transition.  If you are an active duty service member, we welcome the opportunity to work with you!  Below are some of the services we, as a full service moving company, offer to members of the U.S. military:

PACKING

Our movers and packers take care of everything for you!  We bring packing supplies and treat your belongings like our own.  We carefully pack and label each box to help keep everything organized.  Our movers and packers have years of experience and know how to safely and securely pack your belongings for the long haul.

LONG DISTANCE AND LOCAL MOVERS

Whether you are moving off base locally or re-locating cross country, 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company with experienced local movers and long distance movers who coordinate and manage all the logistics.

STORAGE

Sometimes military moves involve storage.  3 Guys Moving is a moving and storage company with a 23,000 square foot climate controlled warehouse that is fully equipped to meet your storage needs.  Best of all, we are an approved military storage facility.

3 Guys Moving is dedicated to ensuring your relocation is smooth and stress free.  Our full service movers will be there every step of the way!  If you anticipate a move in the near future, we can help.  Give your friends a 3 Guys Moving a call to learn more about our military moving services today.

Items Worth Moving

Not All Items Are Worth Moving

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PART ONE

Moving provides an excellent opportunity to begin anew.  One way to make a fresh start is by only moving the items you absolutely need.  At 3 Guys Moving, our movers and packers have seen it all.  One bit of advice our full service movers highly recommend to customers is to use their move as an opportunity to declutter. Let’s take a look at some items to really go through before your movers and packers arrive.

CLOTHES

Take time to go through your clothes and consider which ones you really need to keep. That sweater from high school may be nice, but if it does not fit anymore, consider donating it.  If your children have clothes that no longer fit or are too worn to wear, it’s probably not worth the time or expense to take them with you.

APPLIANCES

If you have appliances that are old, need fixed or are still hanging on to ones you do not use, consider selling them or donating them before your movers and packers arrive.

MATTRESSES

Mattresses should be replaced every eight to 10 years.  If your mattress is worn out, uncomfortable, lumpy, etc. then it is probably not worth the time or expense to move it to your new home.

Our next article will cover more items to consider donating to charity, selling, or throwing away before your full service movers arrive.

3 Guys Moving has been a preferred moving and storage company serving the Tampa Bay area and beyond for more than three decades.  Our long distance and local movers have the know-how and experience to ensure your move goes smooth and to get the job done right.  Not all full service movers have the expertise and knowledge we have gathered throughout the years. When you need a reliable packing and moving company, we’ll be here for you. Give your friends at 3 Guys Moving a call to learn more.

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