32 articles from the MovingGuru Moving Guide.
What is a futon, you ask? A futon is really just a big pillow. A big pillow that you sleep on like a mattress. It doesn’t offer spring-loaded, foam-cuddly support, but for sensitive backs, a futon is actually better –
Cost of Moving · July 26, 2013
Need to move a bed? Bed’s are a pretty classic moving problem. They’re big, bulky, heavy and have multiple parts. No fun. No fun at all. But, if you want a place to sleep, moving your bed might be a
Difficult Things to Move · May 29, 2013
Mattresses are the caviar of furniture. They are stupid expensive, even though they are covered 99% of the time and have no aesthetic purpose. So, when you already own one, the idea of selling it and buying a new one for
Difficult Things to Move · February 13, 2013
Moving a Couch? Then you might want some furniture sliders, which can be placed on the feet of furniture, so that it may be slid across the floor without scratching it. Furniture sliders are a great way to move furniture
Difficult Things to Move · December 29, 2012
Can you go to jail for transporting beer? You probably won’t. However, theoretically, it’s possible in some states. If you’re transporting alcohol within a state, you have nothing to worry about. However, transporting alcohol over state lines is a different.
Difficult Things to Move · December 16, 2012
What is a dolly? Dollies are platforms on wheels. They are essential for moving heavy and large things, especially when you don’t have a bunch of people to help you, and sometimes even when you do. Anyone thinking about pulling a do-it-yourself
Difficult Things to Move · September 25, 2012
Need to move a hot tub? If you have a hot tub, make sure to tell your moving company about it. Hot tubs can be a hefty "hidden cost". If you don’t have a moving company, then get ready to do
Difficult Things to Move · September 25, 2012
Do you cherish your alcohol collection? Some people are connoisseurs of the art of drinking. They possess centurion wines, beers brewed with Byzantine hops, and vodkas worthy of their own Dostoyevskian discussion. If you’re one of these people, moving your
Difficult Things to Move · July 22, 2012
Need to get a keg from point A to point Party? Listen, Broseph, a whole night’s worth of drinking, dancing and poor decisions rides on you moving that $70 keg of Keystone Ice the right way. If you mess it
Difficult Things to Move · July 16, 2012
Need to get your pool table out of the basement? Pool tables are like pianos when it comes to moving. They’re expensive, large, and heavier than a 19th-Century Russian novel. Moving them requires dedication and arms like Zeus. If you
Difficult Things to Move · July 15, 2012
Need to move your wine cellar? Wine is a fickle lover. The ultimate aphrodisiac can sour in the sun and bleed flavor if left in the heat. It’s not much of a dancer, either, and it hates having to stand
Difficult Things to Move · July 9, 2012
In a previous article, we talked about different types of moving boxes. Some are specialized with slots for glassware, and some are specialized with slots for plates. When actually packing your things up in them, however, here are a couple
Difficult Things to Move · June 25, 2012
In a previous article, we talked about different types of moving boxes. For anyone with an office or study at home, moving can be particularly stressful, what types of records have you been keeping? Are they important enough to bring them
Difficult Things to Move · June 24, 2012
Clothing is light and shouldn’t be difficult to transport. Here are some tips to maximize your space. Going the Traditional Route Many people pack clothing in cardboard boxes and trash bags when they move. The problem is, it’s bulky and
Difficult Things to Move · June 14, 2012
Need to move a couch? Moving furniture is one of the most difficult things to do during a move. It’s bulky and heavy, and it often doesn’t fit easily through doors and halls. Doing it right requires using your brain
Difficult Things to Move · May 13, 2012
Fridges are difficult to move. They are bulky, heavy things with doors and drawers and removable trays. Moving a refrigerator takes some care and know-how. Here’s what to do: Unplug it – Unplug the electricity and turn off the water
Difficult Things to Move · May 7, 2012
Need to move your booze? Good TV: $1,000 Nice Computer: $1,200 Baller Liquor Collection: $1,500+ Alcohol costs money. If you want good alcohol, it’s costs a lot of money (upwards of $50 a bottle). Therefore, if you’re going to
Difficult Things to Move · March 30, 2012
Need to move some pricy art? Paintings and artwork can be worth more than a car. However, they are as fragile as they are valuable. Painting are prone to ripping and creasing, and sculptures can chip or crack under strain.
Difficult Things to Move · December 7, 2011
Need to move your boat to another body of water? If you don’t have a trailer to transport your boat, the best way to move your boat is to hire a company to do it for you. Local boat surveyors
Difficult Things to Move · November 15, 2011
Need to change offices? Moving an office or a small business is a time-intensive process. The longer you’re transitioning, the longer you are not making money or servicing your customers. Therefore, any office move should be well planned and handled
Difficult Things to Move · November 15, 2011
Need to get your car to your new home? The least expensive option for transporting your car to your new home is to drive it yourself. That’s right, pack it up, belt ’em in, and head off on the Great
Difficult Things to Move · November 15, 2011
Want to safely move your computer? Moving your computer is like moving your file cabinet, family albums, record collection, book shelf, and artwork all at once… in one fragile box. Computers are expensive and hold valuable, and often irreplaceable, in…
Difficult Things to Move · November 14, 2011
Move your plant without killing it – Plants are great for new homes. They can provide some much-needed life to empty gardens and blank walls. And fortunately, if you’re moving, you can probably bring the ones your already have. Unfortunately,
Difficult Things to Move · November 14, 2011
Some things are just hard to move. Whether they are heavy, large, delicate or expensive, many of your possessions will require added care, planning, or even specialized help to move. For any item, you should figure out the time, effort
Difficult Things to Move · November 13, 2011
Are you moving, Mozart? Pianos are the quintessential moving nightmare. The idea of moving one coats the brow of even the most experienced movers in a cold, thick sweat. Pianos meet all four characteristics of a difficult thing to move:
Difficult Things to Move · November 13, 2011
Need to move your flat screen? Ah, TVs of the 2000’s: expensive, large, and wonderfully defined. They’re beautiful pieces of technology, really, and yours would probably make a great centerpiece for your new living room. However, that inspiring screen that
Difficult Things to Move · November 13, 2011
Need to move your fish? If you have collected a bunch of pretty, exotic fish, it can be very difficult to sell them because you have to move. Fortunately, though moving fish to a new home is difficult, it is
Difficult Things to Move · November 13, 2011
Wondering how to move your cat? If moving seems overwhelming to you, imagine how stressful it is for your cat. They don’t want to be asked to move out of the window they’ve been sunbathing in, let alone be asked
Difficult Things to Move · November 13, 2011
Are you wondering how to safely move a bird? It’s natural for a bird owner to worry about their pet during a move. Fortunately, there are plenty of simple, practical things you can do to help your bird adjust. Moving
Difficult Things to Move · November 13, 2011
Worried about moving your dog? Dogs, like humans, get anxious and excited during a move. If you have to move your dog, you should prepare what you can to make their transition as easy as possible. Here’s how: How to
Difficult Things to Move · November 9, 2011
You can’t decide how to move until you know what to move. If all people had to do was move themselves, moving would be a painless process. The problem is moving involves transferring everything you own as well. Before you
Difficult Things to Move · November 6, 2011
Worried about moving your pet? Moving with a pet can be a tough task. Unlike furniture, TVs and paintings, pets have special needs that you need to consider, especially when moving long distances. Here’s what you need to know when
Difficult Things to Move · November 1, 2011
