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Why Should I Hire Experienced Piano Movers?

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PART ONE

Piano moving is an art in itself. Pianos are heavy and have many moving parts.  Whether you are hiring a full service moving company to handle your move, or planning to DIY, your piano should only be handled by experienced piano movers.  Our next series of articles will look at piano moving and some important aspects to consider.

PIANO MOVING FOR ALL TYPES

You should hire piano movers who have experience with different types of pianos. The more experienced the better! 3 Guys Moving is one of the few moving companies that works with all types of pianos and organs, including uprights, grand uprights and spinets.  We’ve even moved baby grand pianos, grand pianos and concert grands!

DISASSEMBLY

Some pianos, especially grands, require disassembly before moving.  This is a very sensitive process.  One wrong move can result in damage. Our piano movers understand the process of how to disassemble, crate, secure, transport and reassemble any piano.

EXTRA SKILL AND CARE

Not everyone has the patience, skill and know how to properly move these gentle giants.  The piano movers at 3 Guys Moving take extra care to ensure your investment is protected and arrives safely to the desired destination.

Our next article will cover three more reasons why you should only hire experienced piano movers.

3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company located in Tampa, Florida.  Our long distance and local movers have completed thousands of moves for our many satisfied customers.  When it comes to piano moving, don’t trust just anyone.  Our piano movers will take extra care to protect your investment.  Give us a call to learn more today!

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How Can a Full Service Moving Company Help Me?

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Hiring full service movers has advantages over packing your household items yourself and renting a truck. 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company with both long-distance and local movers.  Let’s take a look at some ways we help our customers.

PACKING

Our movers and packers know how to efficiently pack items so they will be protected during transport.  As a full service moving company, we provide all of the necessary packing supplies including boxes, tape and paper.  If we are moving furniture or bulky items, we will use the appropriate padding and furniture blankets for protection.  If you have a piano, no worries.  Piano moving is our specialty!  Our piano movers have the know-how and equipment to properly wrap and protect your investment.

STORAGE

Making an interim or long-distance move and need storage? No problem. 3 Guys Moving is a moving and storage company with a 23,000 square foot air-conditioned and secure warehouse.  We will keep your household items safe until you are ready to move them.  Are you in the military? We are a moving and storage company who is proud to serve members of our U.S. Armed Forces.

TRANSPORT

Our full service movers handle the transport of your household goods.  Your movers and packers will strategically place your boxes, furniture and other items into the moving truck and safely deliver them to the desired destination. We then carefully unload the truck. Having a full service moving company handle the hard work makes your move much easier and less stressful.

If you have an upcoming move, our long-distance and local movers stand ready to help.  Having a full service moving company manage the logistics of your move from start to finish allows you to concentrate on more important tasks associated with re-locating.  Don’t trust just any packing and moving company.  3 Guys Moving has more than three decades of experience and thousands of satisfied customers. Give us a call to learn more today!

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It’s Time to Downsize

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We are continuing our series on tips to help you downsize.  We know moving is stressful. 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company that takes pride in helping ease some of that stress and providing a positive outcome for our customers.  Our long-distance and local movers are experienced and treat your belongings like their own!

Our previous article discussed how decluttering before the movers and packers arrive is one of the first steps you should consider when downsizing.  Today, we will address furniture.  If you want to downsize, chances are some of your furniture will not fit in your new home/apartment/condo. You will first need to decide what furniture you wish for the movers and packers to bring to your new home. Heirlooms, pianos, antiques and other specialty items are among the furniture most people want to keep.  If you have a piano, our piano movers can help determine the best placement in your new home. Thoughts to consider:

  • Would it be better to purchase new furniture or move what I have?
  • Could someone in my family or friends use some of my old furniture?
  • Should I move heirloom pieces and antiques into my new home or place them in climate-controlled storage?

Remember, when it comes to downsizing, less is more.  The large sectional that fit perfectly in your family room may not look so great or be as functional in a smaller space.  Planning out your furniture before the movers and packers arrive will prevent possible headaches in the future.

If you are searching for full service movers, 3 Guys Moving can help.  We are a preferred moving and storage company with long-distance and local movers who can handle any size move. Not all moving companies are equal.  Come experience the 3 Guys Moving difference today!

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Tips for Downsizing

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Whether or not to downsize is a major, emotional decision.  Some people downsize when their children move out of the home.  Others may wish to have a more manageable mortgage or rent payment.  Whatever your reason, there are ways to help make the downsizing process easier.

3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company that has handled thousands of local and long-distance moves.  After more than three decades in business, we’ve seen it all!  And, we’ve handled everything from simple moves to large-scale ones that require specialized skills such as piano moving. When it comes to downsizing, the biggest issue our movers and packers run into is having more to move than the new space allows. Let’s discuss some strategies to help you prepare for downsizing.

The first thing you will want to do is declutter. Many people consider this the toughest of all tasks.  If you are going to downsize, you will need to get rid of things!  And, you will need to do so before the movers and packers arrive.

  • Start with making a list of everything you must keep.
  • Make a list of items you would like to keep.
  • Make a list of things that you do not need to keep.
  • Discuss your lists with family and friends. Are there any items they would like to take off your hands?
  • Consider donating the items you do not need to charity or selling them online or at a garage sale.

If you still find you have too many items for your new place, then go back through your lists and see what else you may be able to get rid of or consolidate.  If you are still at an impasse, you can always have our movers and packers take some of the items to storage.

Part two of our article will discuss more ways to help prepare for downsizing.

Do you need a full service moving company either now or in the future?  If so, our movers and packers are ready to help.  3 Guys Moving is a packing and moving company dedicated to ensuring our customers are satisfied.  Our long-distance and local movers take pride in what they do and they do it well.  And, because we are a moving and storage company, we can store your items in our secure, climate-controlled warehouse during your interim move. Don’t settle for just any packing and moving company.  Use the one that is trusted and experienced.  Give your friends at 3 Guys Moving a call today!

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How to Make the Unpacking Process Run Smooth

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As a packing and moving company that has been in business for more than three decades, we’ve learned a few things along the way. Most local movers are only concerned about the moment. At 3 Guys Moving, we want to help ensure your move is an all-around positive experience. We are continuing our series on how to make the unpacking process run smooth.  Our previous article covered the importance of being organized while packing, keeping essential items with you and/or within reach, and having a designated space in each room for the movers and packers to stack boxes. Below are three more strategies to consider.

SET-UP ESSENTIAL FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES

Once the movers and packers leave, consider setting up all essential furniture and appliances.  Place sheets on the beds and prepare them for the night.  Unpack kitchen items you may need over the next few days.  If you will need to work from home, set up your desk and computer.  Having items you need ready to use makes the rest of the unpacking process much easier.

ASSIGN TASKS

Assign tasks to family members according to their capabilities.  If Laura is great with electronics, have her connect the television and computers.  If Bill has a knack for organizing, have him determine how to best utilize cabinet space in the kitchen and bathrooms.

TACKLE ONE ROOM AT A TIME

Finally, it is important to remember that unpacking everything can take days or even weeks. Tackle it in stages and strive to work on completing one room before moving on to the next.  With a coordinated effort, you will be unpacked and able to enjoy your home in no time.

3 Guys Moving is a premier full service moving company located in Tampa, Florida.  As a local and nationwide moving and storage company, we are equipped to handle any size move.  Our long-distance and local movers have the experience and dedication to get the job done right!  Whether you need movers and packers just for the day or are making an interim move and need to keep your belongings in a secure, air-conditioned storage space, we can help. Give us a call to learn more today!

Preparing Your Pet(s) for a Move

Preparing Your Pet(s) for a Move

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As a moving and storage company that has been in business for decades, we understand the stress everyday people face during the process of moving.  Now, take that stress and double it for your pet(s). While you cannot postpone your move for your pet(s), there are some strategies you can use to help ease their anxiety.  Let’s take a look.

TRY TO PACK AS MUCH AS YOU CAN ALL AT ONCE

Packing is an activity that causes anxiety in many animals. If you are packing yourself, try to pack as much as you can all at once.  Packing and moving boxes over the course of days and/or weeks can significantly elevate stress levels in your pet(s).

CONSIDER SENDING YOUR FURRY FAMILY MEMBER TO A FRIEND’S HOUSE OR SPA FOR THE DAY

Movers and packers are often a source of stress for pets.  Consider having a friend watch your pet(s) or perhaps send them to the local pet spa on the day your full service moving company is scheduled to arrive.

GIVE THEM EXTRA ATTENTION!

Your pet(s) will get more and more anxious, especially when the movers and packers arrive. It is important to reinforce to your pet(s) that you love them and that they are not going to be left behind. Be sure to give your pet(s) extra love and attention before, during, and after your move.  A few extra treats won’t hurt, either!

At 3 Guys Moving, our movers and packers care about everyone in your family, including your furry pets!  We understand that the packing and moving process can cause great anxiety for any pet.  If you do your best to ease them into what is happening, they are less likely to be stressed.

Are you seeking a full service moving company to handle your upcoming move?  If so, we can help. As a moving and storage company, we have packers, movers and a 23,000 square foot warehouse to help meet all of your moving and storage needs.  Not all moving companies are equal.  Give us a call to experience the 3 Guys Moving difference today!

How to Identify an Honest Moving Company

How to Identify an Honest Moving Company

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Sadly, our industry is flooded with dishonest moving companies. This often makes it difficult for consumers to find reputable local movers. Below are some ways to help you determine if the full service moving company you are planning to hire is running a reputable and honest operation.

LICENSED AND INSURED

You always want to hire a full service moving company that is licensed and insured. Fly-by-night moving companies that are not licensed and insured take advantage of people every day. A licensed and insured moving and storage company has taken the time to undergo the expense of acquiring the required licenses and insurance designed to protect the consumer.

REFERENCES AVAILABLE

A reputable full service moving company will be happy to provide you with references upon request.

HAVE AN ACTUAL PHYSICAL LOCATION

It is a best practice to hire a full service moving company that has an actual physical location.  This can be an office, warehouse, storage building or some other physical address that is not a post office box.  Moving companies with no physical address are a definite red flag.

At 3 Guys Moving, we are proud to be able to say that our owner, Mark O’Laker, has been a trusted industry professional for more than 30 years.  He leads a team of experienced movers and packers who enjoy what they do and treat our customers right! Don’t trust just any packing and moving company with your next move.  We can help and stand ready to serve you.  Give us a call today!

Movers and Packers: The Packing Process

Movers and Packers: The Packing Process

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We are continuing our series on packing.  As a full service moving company, we are often asked about packing.  Not only is this a service we offer, but we find that more and more of our customers choose to eliminate the stress of packing by having our movers and packers handle it for them. Our previous article discussed some ways to help you prepare for the arrival of your movers and packers.  This article will address what happens during the packing process itself.

WHEN OUR MOVERS AND PACKERS ARRIVE

When our movers and packers enter your home, the first item on their agenda is to conduct a walk through with you.  This is the time for you to show them what items to pack and what stays behind. Your full service movers will then bring packing material into your home and begin the packing process, going room to room, until everything is packed.  They will mark each box with the name of the room from which the contents were packed (i.e. kitchen, master bedroom).

WILL ALL OF THE BOXES BE FULL?

Our movers and packers make every effort to completely fill each box.  This is done primarily to help prevent items from being damaged. In some cases, items from two rooms may end up in the same box to ensure capacity is reached.

FINAL WALK THROUGH

Once complete, our movers and packers will ask you to take one final walk through to ensure nothing was missed.  It is important to check everything, including drawers, closets and even inside the washer, dryer and dishwasher.

If you have an upcoming move, 3 Guys Moving is a premier packing and moving company equipped to handle all of your needs.  Our full service movers are experienced and take extreme care when handling your belongings. Whether you are looking for long distance or local movers, we can help. Give us a call today!

Tips to Make Unpacking Easier

Tips to Make Unpacking Easier

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As a premier moving and storage company, 3 Guys Moving is pleased to offer tips and advice to help ease the stress of moving. Our next series of articles will provide a series of tips on how to make the unpacking process easier. Let’s take a look:

BE ORGANIZED WHEN PACKING

Whether you are packing yourself or hiring movers and packers to do it for you, it is extremely important to be organized when packing. The more organized you are now, the easier it will be later. Clearly mark each box with its contents and designated room. Remove or set aside items you do not wish to take with you before the full service movers arrive.

TAKE ESSENTIAL ITEMS WITH YOU

Consider taking essential items such as medications, personal items, documents, cleaning products, etc. with you vs. having the movers and packers handle them. This ensures they are readily accessible when you arrive at your new home.

DESIGNATE AN AREA IN EACH ROOM FOR BOXES

In addition to planning placement of furniture, you should also set aside space for your full service movers to stack the boxes that belong in each room. Having the movers and packers set boxes in their respective rooms vs. in one central area of the house makes it much easier when you unpack.

If you are planning an upcoming move, we can help. No job is too big or small for our full service movers. In fact, we are one of the area’s most trusted piano movers and have extensive experience moving fragile and sensitive items. 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving and storage company with local movers, long distance movers and storage facilities designed to handle any type of move. Give us a call to learn more today!

Moving During COVID-19

Moving During COVID-19

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If you are planning to move during the COVID-19 pandemic, you will still be able to hire a full service moving company to handle your move. Movers and packers are considered essential workers.  Let’s take a look at some ways you can reduce your risk of exposure during your move.

MAINTAIN SOCIAL DISTANCING

You should continue to maintain social distancing during the moving process.  Our movers and packers will make every effort to maintain their distance as they handle and move your items.  Our full service movers are experienced and move quickly, so for best results, try to keep family members and pets from standing in an area where they either may not be seen or could become an obstacle.

WASH HANDS FREQUENTLY AND HAVE HAND SANITIZER HANDY

Be sure to wash your hands frequently and have a bottle of hand sanitizer handy. This is for your safety and for the safety of our movers and packers.

CLEAN, CLEAN CLEAN!

It is a good practice to schedule your local movers to bring your furniture and belongings to your new home on a day after it has been thoroughly sanitized and cleaned.  This helps ensure all areas are able to be reached.  Once the movers and packers bring in your furniture and boxes, some areas may be difficult to access.

3 Guys Moving is a moving and storage company that adheres to local COVID-19 mandates and CDC guidelines.  Our full service movers are taking extra precautions to keep our customers safe during this time.  Additionally, we have instructed our movers and packers to stay home if they feel sick. If you are facing a move during COVID-19, our local movers and long distance movers can help. Give us a call today.

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