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Moving Forward SF Welcome to Moving Forward SF Your trusted moving partner in San Francisco About Us At Moving Forward SF, we provide reliable and efficient moving services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals and businesses in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our Services Residential Moving Commercial Moving Long-Distance Moving Packing and Unpacking Contact Us Email: info@movingforwardsf.com Phone: +1 234 567 890 © 2024 Moving Forward SF. All Rights Reserved.                                                      H...

Moving Forward SF Welcome to Moving Forward SF Your trusted moving partner in San Francisco Moving is chaotic for people--that’s why there are so many blogs about moving to help us out--but if things can get this overwhelming for people, can you imagine what moving is like for your dog? Not only does he have zero verbal confirmation of what is going on around him, but he also has no control or say over the situation. So how do we make this easy for our four-legged best friends? Our professional movers at Moving Forward have moved plenty of families with dogs, and we’ve learned a few key ways to make the move easier for Fido. Keep His Routine The Same While certain details about your dog’s routine will be difficult to keep the same, the more you can keep normal, the less stress your dog will feel. Make sure meal times, bed times and bathroom times are around the same time of day. Keep your dog comfortable by maintaining the everyday routine....

      Should you rent a portable storage unit or hire a Sunnyvale professional moving company?   The question is out: should you rent a portable storage unit or hire a professional moving company? Honestly, it all boils down to your needs, which might sound surprising coming from a Sunnyvale professional moving company. There are pros and cons to both depending on the nature of your move. (Some people have chosen our Sunnyvale professional moving company for one move and rented a portable storage unit for another). Whether you’re moving from a three-story home across the country or from one apartment to another in the same neighborhood, these are a few pros and cons to help you make an informed decision that makes sense for your move. Pros and Cons Of Renting a Portable Storage Unit The Pros Renting a portable storage unit is notably cheaper than hiring a professional moving company to move your belongings for you. If you’re on a budget, this might be the more...

House and garden plants enliven a living space and have a way of transforming a house into a home. Here in Palo Alto, we’re lucky to live in a climate that is absolute paradise for most plants, so your own home probably feels like an oasis with all the greenery! But if you’re planning to relocate, moving all those plants might seem intimidating. It is true that moving plants can be a bit of a hassle if you’ve never done it before. In fact many moving companies will not move your plants at all, and all moving companies refuse to take liability for damaged plants (yes, that includes our Palo Alto movers here at Moving Forward).This is because plants are so sensitive and they don’t do well in the heat of a moving truck. If you have a large collection of houseplants, you probably want to take them with you (they’re your babies!). You’ve put a lot of time and energy toward your plants, and it would be a waste if you had to throw them all the away. Before you start packing up those plants, ...

Outline: Intro: Found yourself moving during the holidays? That’s bittersweet. Check out these pros and cons of moving during this time. Pro : Not in Busy Season Con: Professional Movers Celebrate the Holidays Too Pro: Friends and Family Invite You Over Con: Winter Weather Can Cause Risks and Delays Pro: Enjoy Lower Expectations for Your Holiday Con: You May Get Pretty Nostalgic and Homesick Pro: The Kids Can Start School Mid-Year (Which Can Be Awesome!)   The Pros and Cons of Moving During the Holidays People are stringing their holiday lights, baking cookies, and wrapping gifts. That’s right, it’s the holidays. And while you may be excited about the general holiday spirit, if you’re moving, you have other priorities on your mind too. Not sure whether moving during the holidays is the right move for you? Check your list twice--the pros and cons list, that is. Use our list of pros and cons for moving during the holidays to determine whether it’s a good idea for your sit...

Outline: Intro: Holidays are hectic, and moving is too, how to do both at the same time? Choose Your Moving Day Wisely Best and worst travel days Create and Immaculate Budget See expenses side by side - holiday, travel, moving Where can you repurpose (boxes, wrapping, etc.) Moving before gift-giving or after?  Create Expectations with Family Do you usually host the feast? Kids not happy about moving schools mid-year? Pack, But Keep the Holiday Spirit Intact Pack holiday decorations last in separate, clearly labeled boxes. Keep Your Home Safe Robberies, et.c (moving and holidays are the biggest target for robbers) Prepare for Moving in a Winter Wonderland Moving somewhere cold? Have proper moving supplies and clothing. Prepare for delays (who do you need to call? Cushion time when starting work?) Moving Forward’s Best Advice for Moving During the Holidays Moving takes a lot of planning, preparation, and a calm demeanor. Curiously enough, the holi...

Outline: - Wouldn’t it be easier if everyone stayed in the same place and carried on as if everything were going to remain great forever? - Friends reference Meal Delivery Kit A Box of Letters Photo Book Gift Certificate to an Awesome Place in Their New Town A Hometown Delicacy Energy Cleansing Kit Housewarming Goods An “Essential” Store Gift Card Do You Have a Friend Moving Out of State? Get Some Inspiration With These Gift Ideas! The last season of the iconic show Friends hits you in the feels harder than most. Why? Because as you the show creeps down to its final minutes, you realize that this is the end of an era. Joey will no longer steal food from Monica’s fridge. Monica won’t raid her brother’s living room for cash. And we will no longer be freeting over whether Ross and Rachel will ever get back together. The characters move on to embark on the next era of their lives, even though it’s painful to see everyone part ways. If you have a friend moving out of state soon, yo...

Outline: Intro Lay the Ground Rules Get Comfortable Determine Your Must-Haves Consolidate Furniture Consolidate Duplicates How to Consolidate Furniture When Moving in Together Moving in together is a big step in a relationship. Choosing to cohabitate is exciting, but as you begin to look for places to live, one thing becomes apparent: you will have to get rid of some of your stuff. So will your partner. Whether you’re moving to a house with plenty of space or a studio apartment with a tiny bathroom, moving in together presents a fantastic opportunity to take inventory of your stuff and determine what is actually worth keeping. Do you really need those throw pillows from your dorm bedding set in college? Does your partner need to keep his little league trophies? These are the questions you will be discussing when preparing to move in together. Make this exciting transition as smooth as possible with these packing and consolidating tips from our professional movers here at Moving For...

Outline: Intro Sounds like a fantasy: having 3-6 months to move. Reality: sometimes things come up, whether that’s a new job offer, a sick family member, or a sudden shift in the universe -- it’s time to go. When you have a month or less to move, use these tips to do it RIGHT. Make a List You may be thinking “I thought this was the list.” This serves a different purpose. Spend 20 minutes and jot down every last thing you can think to do for the move. Why? It clears your head of the overwhelm, for one. And two: it helps you visualize and prioritze Circle all the stuff that’s urgent Circle what’s important Now where’s the overlap (urgent and important). Do all of that first. Stuff that’s just important (e.g. get new sheets for our bed) that can wait until you get there. Recruit Everyone Friends, family, neighbors, anyone who owes you a favor. Pro tip: assign them jobs before they arrive, so you don’t waste time scrambling to put them to work. Get a Baby Sitter or Pet...

Moving Forward SF Welcome to Moving Forward SF Your trusted moving partner in San Francisco Outline:  Moving is one of the most stressful endeavors a person goes through You’re uprooting your life, and it becomes apparent just how messy and challenging that process can be When you recruit help to offload some of that stress, you want to partner with a pro moving company that understands what you’re going through and has the right solutions you can trust. Here’s why customer service in the moving industry matters. Trust With Personal Property People are putting their entire lif in your hands (or the belongings, anyway). They need to trust everything will be transported with care. Nothing will be stolen or damaged or lost. Labels that say “fragile” or “this end up” are honored. Good customer service helps customers feel comfortable - don’t want to feel like a bunch of strangers are hauling their stuff. Relationships are important ...

Outline: Intro: Even as media goes digital, one thing we will always want around is a physical book. Sure you may have played around with audio books, but nothing beats a stack of books you can leaf through in your free time. Moving? You may look at your library of books you have collected over the years and groan. They’re heavy, they’re fragile, they take up a lot of space. Moving books can be daunting, but setting up your bookshelf in your new home -- there’s no better feeling. Resist the urge to ditch your books; use these tips to pack and haul your books properly when moving.  Declutter and Curate You likely have books you scavenged from a bargain bin or borrowed from a friend (and never returned). TIme to clear out the books you don’t want/need anymore and find new homes for them. It’s an amazing feeling reacquainting yourself with your books -- when you declutter, you know you are only bringing the books that really matter to you. Give books to friends (if you’re...

Intro You have arrived to your new home, you have said goodbye to the professional movers, and you’ve shown your kids which rooms are theirs. But things still feel pretty unfamiliar. Turning your new house into a home takes intentional effort and time to make new memories.  But there are some small things you can do to encourage those home vibes and start feeling comfortable in your new place. Open the Windows  Out with the old air (and in with the new!)  Cleansing the air with Sage is also a great way to start fresh. Unpack Your Favorites First Your favorite throw pillow/blanket The heirloom rug from your grandmother’s house The vase you bought in Italy. Your book collection Whatever makes you happy and and has you light up inside when you look at it, bring those at first. Clean Your Bedding Take the time to clean your linens and bedding and make your bed cozy. There’s really nothing like it. Take Your Time Hanging Art Be careful not to buy a bunch ...

Outline: Intro Have a Self Care List Handy Request a Care Package Stick to a Routine Explore an Exciting New Spot in Your Area Call a Friend Draft: H1: Smile Away the Homesick Blues With This Essential Homesick Checklist There’s no right or wrong way to deal with being homesick. First of all, you never know when it’s going to hit, or what will trigger it. You could be walking to your new apartment and remember a great dinner you had with a friend in a hometown eatery. Or you could be waking up one Sunday and miss the ease of walking to your favorite corner market for coffee. Whatever triggers that homesick feeling, you want to be prepared to combat it and get back on your feet. Use this checklist to be prepared for sudden and emotional yearnings of your hometown. Have a Self Care List Handy You know yourself best, so you know what makes you feel cared for and comfortable. Indulging in a bit of self care can help combat those heavy feelings. Take a bath, hit the gym, or grab dinner wi...

OUTLINE:     Intro     What is a Home Inventory         Name of item         Estimated value         Its condition         Location in your home     Why You Need a Home Inventory For Your Move     When to Create a Home Inventory     How to Set Up a Home Inventory DRAFT: Keeping track of your belongings is hard enough on a daily basis (How many chapsticks have you lost in the last year? Where are your headphones?). It’s incredibly easy to lose track of belongings, but that is not a game you want to play while you’re moving. While it may seem silly, it’s actually pretty common to misplace items during your move. You think you packed your skillet, but as you unpack you can’t find it anywhere. Then you find yourself restocking items you either lost, donated, or n...

OUTLINE: Intro Antiques are heirlooms--often sentimental, have family and/or monetary value - breaking them during a move would break your heart. Irreplaceable items require mindful packing. Plan properly to minimize risk of damage during the move.  Avoid this at all costs by being prepared with these tips Find Out If You’re Covered Review moving protection plan with your professional movers. What do they cover, how much, get clear on this so expectations are understood by all. Some homeowner’s insurance policies cover antiques Take Inventory of Your Items Sounds like a drag, but it’s totally worth it. Know exactly what you have, what it’s worth - take photos of damage and wear and tear so you know exactly what it looks like. Document serial numbers, documents, manufacturing marks, etc. Have Your Antiques Appraised Know their value (and have proof of it!) before you move. Extremely important if this gets lost of damaged, professional movers know exactly what i...