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Tips to Simplify Your Move
Whether you are moving to your first apartment or to the home of your dreams, no two moves are ever the same. Add in the family pets and children, and then the process can be a real challenge. Ray’s Movers & Storage offers you tips and solutions to make moving day easier.
Make Your Move Easier
Decide if storage is needed
Use smaller boxes for heavier items
Pack a separate bag of all your essentials
Throw away or recycle anything that you do not need
For delicate items use t-shirts, sweaters, and socks as extra padding
Make a checklist of which box should go into which room in your new home
In addition to labeling what is in your boxes, remember to include which room it goes in as well
Secure valuables such as cash, important documents, jewelry, and medication. Place them in your bag of personal items that you will be taking with you on the day of the move
Take a photo of how your electronics are connected so you can remember how to reconnect them
For larger appliances, be sure to check your owner's manual to see if there are any special instructions for moving
Remember to defrost your refrigerator or freezer at least a day before moving and wipe up any liquid
Always use boxes with tops. Never interlock the tops, and always use packing tape to secure the boxes
Check with your local hardware stores to see if they have a propane exchange program for your propane tanks to avoid having to transport them
A List of Restricted Items
By law a moving company cannot transport hazardous materials such as gasoline, bottled gasses, or other flammables. Other items include:
Pets
Plants
Perishable food
Corrosives and chemicals
Ammunition or explosives
Reviews
"PRay's Movers came to our rescue when our other movers did not show up. I called them to see if they could come the next day to do our move. They sent 3 amazing guys (Jerry, Anton and Bryan)."
– Jose G.
"They work fast didn't milk the time. They moved our things with care. I'd definitely will let my friends and co workers know about Ray's Movers for sure."
– Melissa O.
"I have used Ray’s Movers and was so impressed with the professionalism, attention to detail, kindness of the employees and the care they took of my items. I would highly recommend this company to anyone!"
– Kali R.
" I was extremely happy with this company. Krisi (in the office) was very helpful and responsive. Answered all my email questions or if I left a voice mail, she got back to me."
– Jean M.
"We used Ray's when moving into our new home. Our 3 man team did an amazing job getting our furniture out of our apartment in a timely manner."
– Sarah P.
Contact Our Team Today
Ray’s Movers & Storage Inc. in Merrillville, IN, can be reached at 219-922-1310.