Moving During COVID-19

in Local Moves, Long Distance Moves, Moving & Storage

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.

Challenges to Be Aware of As You Plan Your Move

in Local Moves, Long Distance Moves, Moving & Storage

(part two)

We are continuing our series on challenges homeowners face when moving. Our previous article covered large or bulky furniture, having more items to move than expected and weather. This article covers three more potential obstacles to be aware of when planning your move.

NEW HOME NOT READY

If you close on your current home before your new home is ready to move in to, you may be faced with an interim move. If this happens, don’t fret. 3 Guys Moving is a trusted moving and storage company that can help you navigate this process. We also have additional information and articles on our website about planning an interim move.

TIME CONSTRAINTS

While it may seem like you have plenty of time before your move, time does tend to fly. It is a best practice to set a schedule for your move and stick to it. One of our previous articles covered the importance of getting organized before the movers and packers arrive. Consider incorporating this into your schedule. It is also a good practice to develop a checklist for your move. Once you have a target date for your move, call a full service moving company such as 3 Guys Moving to schedule your movers and packers.

UNRELIABLE FRIENDS AND/OR FAMILY

If you are planning a do-it-yourself (DIY) move, you will likely call upon your family and friends for assistance. This can be a risky move if any of them back out last minute. As a full service moving company, our movers and packers often come to the “rescue” and take over when a DIY move does not go as planned.

3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company dedicated to providing excellent service to our valued customers. Our movers and packers treat your belongings with care and work hard to ease your mind during this stressful time. Whether you are in need of local movers or are planning a long distance move, we can help. And, because we are a moving and storage company, we can even securely store your belongings in our 23,000 square foot climate controlled facility. Give your friends at 3 Guys Moving a call today!

Obstacles Homeowners Face When Moving

in Moving & Storage, Local Moves, Long Distance Moves, Piano Movers

As a trusted moving and storage company, we feel it is our duty to provide customers and potential customers with resources and information to help ease the stress of the moving process. After being in business for more than three decades, we have seen it all! Unlike many fly-by-night moving companies, we treat our customers like family and pride ourselves on repeat customers who keep coming back and referring friends who either need local movers or are seeking assistance with a long distance move.

Our next series of articles will cover some of the most common obstacles homeowners face when moving. Let’s take a look:

LARGE OR BULKY FURNITURE

Large or bulky furniture can cause challenges on both sides of the move. The good news is that our movers and packers have a lot of experience with this and will evaluate what needs to be done to safely move these items. Speaking of large and bulky, did you know that piano moving is one of our specialties? In fact, 3 Guys Moving is one of the area’s preferred piano movers.

MORE ITEMS TO MOVE THAN EXPECTED

While it may at first seem like you do not have a lot of stuff to pack, once you begin to pull items out of closets you may find that you have much more than expected. No job is too large for our full service movers to handle. However, if you wish to save some time and money, consider either donating or throwing away items you no longer wish to keep before your movers and packers arrive.

WEATHER

Weather can put a damper on any parade. However, there is no need to fret. Take a deep breath and trust that your movers and packers will do everything possible to keep your belongings and home free from damage. If rain is expected, consider covering the entryway floors with moving blankets. If it’s going to be extremely hot, make sure you have enough water on hand to stay hydrated.

Our next article will cover more challenges to be aware of as you plan your move.

3 Guys Moving is a full service moving and storage company with more than three decades of experience. Both our local movers and long distance movers take pride in what they do and treat your belongings like their own. Since we are a moving and storage company, we have the facilities to store your items if needed. Don’t trust fly-by-night moving companies that are here today and gone tomorrow. We invite you to experience the 3 Guys Moving difference. Give us a call to learn more today!

Tips to Make Your Long Distance Move Go Smooth

in Long Distance Moves, Moving & Storage, Warehouse Space

Part Two

We are continuing our series on ways to help make your long distance move go smooth. Our previous article discussed decluttering, deciding on which items to keep with you during your travels and organizing and inventorying your belongings before the packers and movers arrive. Below are more long distance moving tips.

SELECT A PACKING AND MOVING COMPANY

If you are not going the moving truck rental / DIY route, selecting a reliable and dependable packing and moving company is the single most important aspect of a long distance move. Fly-by-night moving companies that are here today and gone tomorrow are everywhere. You want to select a moving and storage company with longevity, experience and a good reputation for handling long distance moves. 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company that has been in business for more than three decades. Our movers and packers are experienced and we are licensed and insured. Not all moving companies have the track record and reputation we’ve worked hard to earn!

BE READY WHEN THE MOVERS AND PACKERS ARRIVE

Know ahead of time which items the movers and packers will be dealing with when they arrive. Have an inventory sheet and check off list ready so you can be sure nothing is overlooked.

DOUBLE CHECK YOUR INVENTORY BEFORE THE MOVERS AND PACKERS LEAVE

It is a good idea to double check your inventory list before the movers and packers leave to make sure they have everything. This is especially important if you are leaving some items behind and/or taking some items with you as you travel to your new location.

If you need a dependable and reliable full service moving company to handle your long distance move, we can help. Our movers and packers make sure your belongings are handled with the utmost care. And, since we are a moving and storage company, we have more than 23,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space to meet your storage needs. We are different from the typical full service moving company in that we excel in inspections, meet or exceed all industry standards and requirements and customize every move to fit the needs of each customer. Give us a call to learn more today!

Planning a Long Distance Move

in Moving & Storage, Featured, Long Distance Moves, Military Moves, Warehouse Space

Long distance moves can be complicated. Many people choose to hire a full service moving company to handle the logistics. This tends to be a more favorable option than moving truck rental and handling the entire move on your own. Regardless of whether or not you hire a packing and moving company or decide to DIY, there are some strategies you can use to help make the move go smooth. Let’s take a look:

DECLUTTER

Now is the perfect time to get rid of items you no longer need. Why pay to have movers and packers transport items you will not use? Purging before a move also helps reduce the amount of unpacking and organization you will need to do later.

DECIDE WHICH ITEMS YOU WISH TO KEEP WITH YOU

Moving companies will pack and move the items you designate. If you want to move any items yourself, be sure to set them aside. Some people choose to keep certain things like jewelry, urns, pet supplies, personal items, etc. with them instead of sending them with the packing and moving company .

ORGANIZE AND INVENTORY YOUR BELONGINGS

It is a good idea to organize and inventory your belongings before the movers and packers arrive. This will help make unpacking and organizing easier when you arrive at your new location.

Our next article will cover three more planning tips for your upcoming long distance move. 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company that has extensive experience with long distance moves. We are considered a premier moving and storage company with more than 23,000 square feet of warehouse space that is fully equipped to handle your storage needs. We are also an approved military storage facility. If you have an upcoming long distance move, we can help. Give us a call to learn more today!

Tips to Help Ease the Stress of Moving

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Moving from one place to another is often time consuming and stressful. The first question people often ask themselves is whether or not they should consider moving truck rental and move themselves, or, hire a full service moving company to handle the logistics for them. The decision is up to you, but remember, time is money. 3 Guys Moving is a reliable, full service moving company with experienced movers and packers who can help ease the burden of moving. Whether you are handling it yourself, or hiring a professional moving and packing company, here are some tips to help make your move less stressful.

GET ORGANIZED

Getting organized can prevent much stress. Consider taking an inventory of all of the items you plan to take with you. Make a list of all your belongings and categorize items (i.e. kitchen, Molly’s room, etc.). Then, plan a garage sale and/or trip to a donation center to get rid of items you do not wish to take with you. Doing this will make it easier, especially when the movers and packers arrive.

START PACKING EARLY

Time flies so the earlier you start packing the less stressed you will be later. Even if you plan to hire a packing and moving company, there will likely be some items you wish to keep with you. Start by packing the items you plan to move yourself. Then, make sure you have everything else ready for when the movers and packers arrive.

USE QUALITY MOVING SUPPLIES

If you hire a packing and moving company, they will have plenty of quality moving supplies on hand when they arrive to pack your belongings. However, if you plan to handle the packing yourself, we suggest purchasing quality moving supplies such as sturdy boxes, strapping tape, bubble wrap, packing wrap, etc. Our professionals carefully and strategically place items in our moving trucks all the time. Breakage, when it occurs, is usually a result of customers not properly packing boxes and other items for transport.

Our next article will cover three more tips to help ease the stress of moving. 3 Guys Moving is a full service moving company based in the Greater Tampa Bay area. Our movers and packers handle all types of local and long distance moves. When hiring a packing and moving company, experience matters. Our team of experts can ease your mind and help you achieve a stress-free move. Give us a call to learn more today!

Planning for an Interim Move

in Moving & Storage, Featured, Local Moves, Long Distance Moves, Military Moves, Warehouse Space

An ideal situation is to be able to move from one location to another. However, there are times when an interim move is required. For instance, perhaps you have sold and closed on your current home but your new construction home will not be ready to move into for another month. Or, maybe you are in the military and plan to live on base until you find a permanent home. Your friends at 3 Guys Moving are experts in interim moves. We are a full service moving company that not only has experienced movers and packers, but we also offer safe and secure storage options for your household goods.

Our next series of articles will cover some ideas on how to best plan for an interim move.

ORGANIZE AND GET RID OF ITEMS YOU DO NOT NEED

Moving to a new place is the perfect time to organize your belongings and get rid of items you no longer use. While our movers and packers are happy to handle anything you have, now is the perfect time to purge the items you no longer need.

DETERMINE WHAT ITEMS YOU MUST BE ABLE TO IMMEDIATELY ACCESS

When making an interim move, a moving and storage company will store your belongings for you. You should determine what you need immediate access to (i.e. clothes, personal items, etc.) and take them with you to your interim location. Our movers and packers will securely store everything else and deliver it to your new home once you are ready to move in.

If you are planning either a local or long distance move, we can help. We are a preferred and trusted moving and storage company located in the Tampa Bay area. Our 23,000 sq. ft. climate controlled warehouse is an approved storage facility for the U.S. military and is equipped to safely and securely store all of your important items. Give us a call to learn more about how our moving and storage company can help you with your next move!

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Simple Moving Tips for What to Pack and When to Pack It

in Featured, Local Moves, Long Distance Moves, Moving & Storage

Approach the process of packing with a plan and you will avoid a lot of chaos. As one of the preferred local movers Tampa, Florida has to offer, packing and unpacking services are a part of our repertoire. Keep in mind the following as you plan your move!

What to Pack First
It might seem obvious, but non-essentials are the place to start. What falls into this category? Anything that is stored in the attic is a great place to begin. Items that are out of season like holiday decorations or items you do not use on a regular basis. These could also include camping materials, surplus items like extra towels and linens, and specialty cooking equipment or fine china.

What to Pack Last
As you approach moving day, there are certain items you will refrain from packing until a couple of days before you move and others that you won’t back until the day of your move. Bathroom supplies fall into this category because you will want to be able to access the essentials like toilet paper, first aid kit, as well as medicine and daily toiletries. Bedding is another factor. While extra linens can be packed early on, you will wait until your final day to pack up your bedding and your bed will most likely be moved on this day as well.

What not to Pack
This does not imply that certain items will be left behind, but instead make sure you keep certain things easily available and at-the-ready.

Prescription Medications
Snacks
Treats for your Pets
Comfort Item for Children
Change of Clothes
Cell Charger

We are happy to take on local and long-distance moves. Visit 3GuysMoving.com to discover more about our approach to moving!

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Making a Move Easier for Children

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When you embark on a move to a new home, it is a big change for the whole family. Making new friends and adjusting to a new environment are just a couple of components that can cause stress for any adult, and that holds true for children as well. The following are strategies to equip yourself with in order to make the move as smooth as possible for your kids.

Communicate

Ask your children about how they feel regarding the move. Sad, scared, anxious, excited, etc. A range of potential emotions can be anticipated but fostering an open forum for communication will help set your child’s mind at ease and mentally prepare themselves for the change. Inform them about what to expect from their new home and the general area. Include all types of information, but focus on the positives. The best approach is one that is honest and straightforward.

Include in the Planning

If possible, bring your child along when you are looking for your new home. Once the house or apartment has been decided upon, your child can voice their opinion about their new room and how it will be arranged. This gives them a personal sense of autonomy and feeling of control.

Create a Travel Package

Especially if this is a long-distance move, it is helpful to have a travel package ready for each child. This can include favorite toys, clothes, snacks, and ways to pass the time for the car ride.

These are just a few tips to help you make the move as easy as possible for your little ones. Contact us via 3GuysMoving.com for professional moving and storage in Florida.

Moving with Pets

in Moving & Storage, Featured, Local Moves, Long Distance Moves

When you are making a move, the entire family is affected including those furry or feathered (or scaled) family members). When moving with a pet, remember that this type of change has the potential to cause stress. That can be alleviated if the right measures are taken to ensure the process goes smoothly. This post focuses more so on dogs and cats, but regardless of what type of pet you have in your family, you will want to make sure they are comfortable and prepared.

Make sure you have all the essentials at the ready. While your pet does not need to access all of their toys during the move and a giant bag of kibble doesn’t need to make the trip, it is important to pack a bag that keeps everything easily accessible. Items to include:

Ziploc Bag of Food
Treats
1 Comfort Object – Toy or Blanket
Grooming Tools
Kitty Litter or Doggy Bags

This is not only necessary for the initial trip if it is a longer distance move, but also plan for it to last the first couple days of the unpacking process.

Establish their space as soon as possible. If you make sure there is a designated area in the home to house their belongings. Depending on your pet and their personality, it can take some time for them to adjust to a new environment. Surround them with familiar items including fabrics that might contain recognizable smells.

Contact your vet to let them know of the move. Even if you are keeping the same vet, it is necessary to update their information. If your pet has a microchip you will definitely want to have the current address up-to-date. If they do not have a microchip, taking care of this prior to moving is highly recommended. If the worst were to happen and your pet runs off during the moving process, a microchip increases your chances of bringing them back home.

Ultimately, you know your pet best and are in the position to ensure their moving experience is as easy on them as possible. When searching for local moving companies in the Tampa area, remember that the team at 3 Guys considers every aspect of your move. Visit 3GuysMoving.com for a free estimate!