Our moving services can be practical for someone moving in Oakland County form Royal Oak to Troy. You might think that such a short distance move could be handled with your friends and family helping you. With our affordable prices, that some people just call “cheap” we pride ourselves on providing a fully insured yet cost-effective moving option.
Moving day is very hectic, navigating Oakland County Detroit Traffic shouldn’t add to your frustration. Also, to make moving day as relaxing as it can be, hire a professional moving company to move your items. We arrive promptly and being loading one of our trucks with your possessions. In addition, we make sure to take the time to pack the truck carefully as not to cause damage to your items.
When packing up your belongings in Royal Oak, you should make sure all your boxes are labeled. Label the box on at least 2 sides. Also, put the times in boxes that make sense if you are going to be rearranging your new house. This way each box can be placed around the new house. Stack the boxes neatly to be prepared for the movers. This simple task can speed moving day up.
Once arriving in Troy the movers will put the boxes in the room they are labeled. This is so you can unpack accordingly. You will see that your items have arrives in the same condition they left your previous home. We take pride as movers that your furniture and items arrive in the same condition they were when you left.
Our professional staff can help you plan your move around metro Detroit and provide you with the cost and options for various moving options. We also sell Moving Boxes in different sizes perfect for moving items as necessary keeping them safely packed and are available even if you don’t use our moving services.
Plan ahead. Even if you’re just moving across town, finding out at the last minute that you have to carry Fluffy in the car because no one planned for a box or kennel will leave you filled with regret — and covered with claw marks.
Trust me on that…
* Make the move stress-free on your pet. Emotions tend to be high when moving, so if Spot pees on the floor of the car, cut him some slack. If you haven’t packed cleaning supplies for just such an emergency, refer back to the tip about planning ahead.
* You might want to have them stay at a neighbor during the packing and loading to keep them from the line of fire. Or at least put them in a kennel while the movers do their thing.
* Give your animal water often. Also, plan for breaks to let them get a little fresh air. It will be easier for everyone to take that extra time.
* Let your pet get used to its new home in its own time. If your furry friend wants to hide under the sofa for three days, it’s cool. The neighbors will all get a chance to meet the pets in due time, no matter how badly your kids want to show them off. Allowing them to acclimate to their new space will also help prevent lost or confused pets in a new neighborhood.
Nothing’s worse than letting a nervous calico out into a new neighborhood only to have it disappear trying to find its old home.
* Try to keep the animals in the same routine as you did before the move to reassure them. If they took a walk just before bed or ate exactly at 10 a.m., make sure that happens for them during and after the move as well.
* Don’t forget to call the airline if you are traveling by air — in fact, call several weeks or even months in advance. Airlines have different policies on how pets can travel. If the airline wants to put Max in an unheated cargo hold and that’s not OK with you, you’ll know. Make educated choices about how your pets travel.
* Don’t discount the importance of visiting a veterinarian and asking for sedatives for your animal. It can make the difference between a simple move and a gut-wrenching odyssey. A vet can also help you with moving plans if you have more exotic pets that need special care.
* Don’t let anyone convince you they can move a 55-gallon fish tank in the moving van half-full of water and fish. Bad idea. Bag up your fish in plastic bags with water from their tank, and close with rubber bands. Leave the bag about half full of air, and pack them into a cheap Styrofoam cooler for the trip. If you don’t want your expensive fish tank to leak or have cracks in it when you get to your new destination, make sure it travels empty. Ask me how I know.
* Don’t expect several animals to travel in a car together without being confined. Even though the cat and dog love each other and are familiar with each other, the excitement of the trip will have your car feeling like a Wiley Coyote cartoon. Get individual kennels for each animal.
* Don’t forget to give your animals some extra love during this time of adjustment. This is tougher on them than it is on you (though at the end of the move you might find that hard to believe). The whole reason you are having them move with you is they are important to your family.
Just try to remember that when your car smells like cat litter, there is dog slobber on the baby, and no one can find the hamster. Finally, these are just some of the great moving tips from Men on the Move.
I recently went through this with my car and now I’m having the same debates with my Moving Trucks. Trade in or fix-up. It’s always tough to say. Below is a few things that make help you of your in this same boat.
When should you start thinking about buying a new car? For many people, that decision is coming later and later. Drivers are keeping their cars much longer these days — eight to 10 years on average, according to AAA. The precise moment varies from case to case and car to car, but there are some signposts along the way to the junkyard.
1. Trade-in value. How important is trade-in or resale value to you? Virtually all new cars begin to lose value as soon as they are driven off the dealer’s lot. After the initial hit — a car might lose 25 percent or more of its original sticker-price value in the first year — the speed of depreciation drops off considerably. But there comes a point — roughly around the five- to six-year, or 50,000- to 60,000-mile, mark — when that value takes another plunge. That’s what you want to watch out for. If you want to get top dollar, you should be thinking about retiring your car sometime before it reaches middle age.
2. Price trade-offs. Would you rather have a monthly payment or face the possibility of occasional (and potentially large) repair bills? Once a new car is out of warranty, you start playing Russian roulette with unexpected expenses. Some cars are more reliable over time. Checking sources like Consumer Reports, J.D. Power and Associates customer satisfaction rankings and government recall data will give you a good feel for vehicle track records. If you keep track of how much money you’re putting into your car for upkeep, you’ll be able to notice any expense trends that scream, “It’s time for a new car.” A $2,500 repair bill for an older car is the equivalent of more than seven months of $350-a-month payments on a new car.
3. Hassle. How willing are you to deal with more frequent trips to the repair shop? The older the car, the more often you’ll find yourself returning for both big repair bills and regular service. For some drivers, maintenance is a labor of love, but for others, it’s just a hassle. And for those who live and die by reliability — especially one-car families and people who need a car for work — the maintenance challenges of an older car might be a bit much.
4. Peripheral costs. Beyond your monthly car payment, consider the “peripheral” costs, such as insurance and personal property taxes. One of the real downsides to owning a new or relatively new car is that peripheral costs can be high. And many people don’t take them into account when considering a new car purchase. Some states levy personal property taxes that can be $1,000 or more annually on a new vehicle. But a car that’s eight or nine years old might cost you next to nothing in personal property taxes. It’s the same story with insurance. New cars cost more because repair or replacement bills are more expensive than for older cars.
5. Newness. This last factor is the most subjective, but it’s no less important in your purchase decision. Some people are perfectly content to drive an older car, so long as it still runs well and is paid off. But others put a lot of stock in what their wheels say about them. And there are people in some professions, such as real estate, where it’s important to be seen in a car that isn’t a faded old beater. It’s hard to say with any precision when a car has grown too long in the tooth — you know it when you see it. But if you consider these factors before you start trolling the dealerships, you’ll be better armed to make the right choice.
Posted in Moving Tips on April 28th, 2011 by We Haul Moving /
Moving can be a stressful transition all on its own, but moving while pregnant takes the cake. There are tips for all kinds of moving dependent on location or timeline, but there are also tips for moving while pregnant that are key to keep in mind.
So while life change is always expected during pregnancy, moving can throw your whole life for a loop. Keeping moving tips for pregnancy in mind while preparing and going through a move is vital. Stay healthy and keep your baby’s health in mind to have a successful, pregnant move.
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The whole process starts with you filling out a free quote form. Once we receive your submission, we will respond with a reasonable quote. Once agreed upon we will arrange a moving date that best suits you. In addition, we like to provide you with a moving checklist to help you prepare and know what to expect. Also, we have a whole section on moving tips to help with the move. Tips such as labeling all boxes clearly.
With over 30 years of moving experience Men on the Move is one of the top choices when moving in Michigan. Men on the Move is fully licensed and insured so you can rest assured your items are safe with them. Finally, give us a call today at 248-354-2525 or 734-744-9547 and see what Men on the Move can do for you!
What is the difference between an affordable move and pricey move? In most cases, the difference is all in how you plan for your moving day. Your movers here at Men on the Move are just like any Michigan moving company. Also, we are more than capable of providing a full-service move. If you’d rather not lift a finger your moving crew can surely pack your entire household up. We can also box up smaller items, wrapping furniture and provide every bit of labor necessary to complete your move.
However; the cost of a truly full-service move is naturally going to be more expensive. Most people prefer to pay as little as possible when hiring movers. If this describes you then you should do your part to ensure the least costly bill.
For a local move, the relocation service provider you hire is most likely charging you by the hour. Therefore; the cost of your move is directly related to how long your movers spend on the job. There are plenty of tasks that you can do prior to your moving day. This will enable your local area professional movers to quickly complete the job you need them to do. If you pack all of your moving boxes on your own, this will save time.
You can even streamline the job by consolidating furniture. Also, anything else going on the moving truck to a designated room close to the front door of your home. If your movers need only collect items from one room in the house, the path between your household items and their truck is short and simple which makes for extremely quick execution of the task at hand.
Saving money on your move is sure to be a goal when you need relocation services. Unfortunately, many people go about achieving this goal the wrong way and suffer the consequences. There are many differences between a professional moving company like Men on the Move and a “rogue mover.” Professional movers like Men on the Move with skilled full-time employees will always charge more per hour than a rogue company which hires temps or day laborers to work your move.
However; by going with the cheapest per hour rates, you’ll receive service which is low in quality and often very costly when all is said and done. The unprofessional workers that a rogue mover will dispatch to your home are not capable of keeping your furniture safe, nor are they motivated to finish your move quickly. Accident prone workers who drag their feet to charge you as much as possible are not ideal for an individual who wants to save money on his or her move!
Adequate preparation for your moving day is best complimented by hiring licensed professional area movers. Professional movers may charge more per hour than rogue moving companies, but at the end of the day, your move will have been completed quickly and carefully. Quickness in a moving company ensures that your cost won’t increase due to time spent on the job, and carefulness ensures that you won’t have to pay to replace any broken furniture after your movers have finished the job! Finally, Men on the Move are licensed and accredited by the Better Business Bureau.