Want to Make the Best Moving Checklist? Include These 7 Things.
Making a thorough and detailed moving checklist is best to organize your move and reduce stress. There are a lot of tasks, chores, and to-dos before a move. Planning and organizing a move can be overwhelming; if you don’t have a clear idea of what needs to get done – you’ll be stressed throughout the […]
Working from Home: Tips for Creating a Distraction-Free Space
If you’re working from home, creating a distraction-free space can help maximize productivity. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, most people swapped their office environment from a corporate setting to a home setting. Fast forward two years into the pandemic and many businesses, companies, and entrepreneurs have decided to work from home permanently. Working from home […]
What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of a Holiday Move?
A holiday move may not be as bad as it sounds; we cover the pros and cons of moving during the holidays. The holiday season can be stressful and joyful, and usually a good mixture of both. Many people don’t consider a holiday move – who could possibly want to do that? While it may […]
Storage Solutions: Why it May Be the Best Option for Your Move
You may benefit from using a storage solution for your move; here’s how. There’s a long list of things to consider during a move and (what feels like) a never-ending to-do list. Using a storage solution during your move may be on your list of things to consider – or it may not be. Self-storage […]
Tips for a Smooth, Successful, and Stress-free Commercial Move
Ensure that your commercial move is as efficient as possible with these organizing and planning tips Residential moves are stressful, and commercial moves have their unique difficulties. There’s a lot to consider and organize when you’re moving your business. It can be a stressful situation; there are many moving parts, a lot of details to […]
Preparing Your Items for Long-Term Storage – Do’s and Don’ts
Ensure that your belongings are safe and protected from damages while they’re in storage. Whether you’re moving or have extra stuff you want out of the house but don’t want to get rid of, renting a long-term storage locker is a great option. However, some planning is involved to ensure that your items remain in […]
A Useful Guide for Students Moving Back to School
A guide for students moving back to school to help make the transition easier whether you’re moving for the first time, changing schools, or returning after a summer at home. As COVID-19 restrictions are lifting, many schools are preparing to resume in-person classes in the fall. It may be your first time moving for school, […]
Budgeting For a Move: A Breakdown of Average Moving Costs
What to expect when budgeting for long-distance or local moves If you’re considering a move or you’ve already started planning, making a budget is a massive part of the process. Whether you’re moving a block away or across the country, moving costs can be pretty expensive and easy to lose control of if you don’t […]
To Rent or To Buy Your Next Home? Here’s How to Decide
Choosing whether to rent or to buy a home isn’t always a straightforward decision; there are upsides and downsides for both options. Deciding on whether to rent or to buy a home comes with a long list of factors to consider. The COVID-19 pandemic made many people antsy for a significant change in their lives. […]
How the Ottawa Housing Market Affects Home Buyers and Renters
The Ottawa housing market is heating up, what does this mean for home buyers and renters? At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there were predictions that the ensuing economic collapse could result in a significant decrease in house prices. However, a year and a half later, that prediction is far from reality. Like many […]
The Best Moving Tips to Prepare you for a Spring Move
Maximize your moving experience with these effective spring moving tips The spring is a time for new beginnings; longer days, warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and singing birds bring warmth and joy to our lives after a long winter. The spring and late fall are the best times of the year for a move. The weather […]
Organizing Tips to Keep Your Garage Clean and Clutter-Free After a Move
These organizing tips will help you maximize storage and prevent mess and clutter during, and after, the chaos of moving day. Moving day is over; it’s time to unpack and settle into your new home; but your garage is now full of boxes, garbage, and clutter. It’s easy to overlook your garage on moving day. […]
A Survival Guide to Winter Moving: The Do’s and Don’ts
Winter moving is intimidating; avoid these common mistakes and plan effectively to ensure a smooth move. There are perks to winter moving; cheaper rates, flexible moving dates, and more time to settle in. However, it’s not always easy, and being ill-prepared can make the experience very stressful. Winter weather can be unpredictable; it’s essential to […]
How To Find The Best Ottawa Moving Company
Ottawa is one of Canada’s largest cities, and there are lots of moving companies to choose from. How do you find the best moving company in Ottawa? As the country’s capital, Ottawa is one of the largest cities in the country. Whether you’re moving to or within Ottawa, the city has a lot to offer […]
Moving Tips for a Zero-Waste, Eco-Friendly Move
Moving can get messy and can be very wasteful, but there are ways you can do your part and reduce your ecological footprint The global climate crisis is something we can’t ignore. Canadians produce approximately 3.3 million tonnes of plastic waste a year. When those 3.3 million tonnes of waste decompose in our landfills, they […]
An Ottawa Moving Company’s Hacks for an Efficient Move
Move like a professional – the best kept moving hacks from a professional Ottawa moving company Who knows the best moving tricks and tips better than a professional Ottawa moving company? With plenty of experience under our belts, we’ve seen it all; we know what works and what doesn’t work. Moving is stressful, this isn’t […]
Moving During COVID: What to Know and Expect
Moving is already stressful to begin with but during these unprecedented times there are a few additional things you should plan for and anticipate COVID-19 has reshaped the way most of us live our lives. It seems complicated to make plans for the future or make significant changes – like moving – in our lives […]
How Much Does Moving to a New Home Cost?
Moving can get expensive, but budgeting and planning ahead can help avoid unexpected costs Buying a new home is an exciting new beginning. However, before you get to truly experience and enjoy your new home, you must deal with the associated costs and the process of moving. Moving to a new home is not an […]
Short-Term Storage Tips That Will Make Life Easier
Ways to ensure that your items are safe, easily accessible, and organized in your storage space Whether you’re relocating, redecorating, or just want to free up a bit of space, short-term storage is a great option. There’s no specified duration of time that defines ‘short-term,’ but this would typically mean less than three months. While […]
Moving Tips for Condo or Apartment Living
Whether you’re moving out of or into a condo or an apartment building, there are specific moving tips that are particular to this type of residence. There are many moving tips and tricks to make the move out of a single family or semi-detached home easy, but when it comes to apartment or condo living, […]