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How to Move With Plants

How to Move With Plants

Many plant owners ask themselves “How to move with plants” and what’s the best way to go about answering this question. To answer the “How to move plants” question, you’ll also need to answer the “How to pack plants for moving” question and whether or not you want to...

Apartment Inspection Checklist

Apartment Inspection Checklist

Your landlord should walk through your new apartment with you or at least give you a checklist. If neither option is available, use our apartment inspection checklist to get ideas on what to look for when going through your apartment and documenting its condition....

What Should I Store in My Storage Shed?

What Should I Store in My Storage Shed?

You can store many outdoor items in your storage shed. Most of the belongings that can go into storage sheds involve working outside such as gardening equipment. Of course, you can store other belongings in a shed. Below is a list of items you might consider putting...

When to Reserve Your U-Haul Truck Rental

When to Reserve Your U-Haul Truck Rental

It’s important for a move — in-town or across the country — to have already decided how you’re going to move your belongings. Since Moving Help® is powered by U-Haul, you get the benefit of reserving a U-Haul truck rental and then add Moving Help labor onto your...

9 Different Types of Moving Boxes

9 Different Types of Moving Boxes

Moving can be a tough task, but choosing the right moving boxes can make all the difference. There are different types of moving boxes available, each with their own unique features and benefits. In this Moving Help® article, we’ll explore the many types of moving...

What to Bring in Your Car When Moving

What to Bring in Your Car When Moving

Your old house is empty, the moving truck is loaded with boxes, and you’re just about ready to head to your new space. There’s only one problem — you realize that you packed your car keys in a moving box, and that box is squared away in the back of the moving truck....

Best Way to Deep Clean Your Carpet

Best Way to Deep Clean Your Carpet

Over the years, carpet tends to take plenty of abuse. Even if you don’t see visible stains, there’s a good chance that dirt, dust, and allergens have built up below the surface due to daily use.  These contaminants not only make your carpet look worse, but they...

Apartment Moving Checklist

Apartment Moving Checklist

We’ve created a checklist that you can follow when preparing to move out of your old apartment and into your new one. You can start preparing as early as two to fourth months out. Our apartment moving checklist will remind you of what needs to get done as the...

Saving Tips When Moving Locally

Saving Tips When Moving Locally

While it’s true moving locally is significantly cheaper and easier than moving across the country or internationally, it doesn’t mean there’s not an expense involved. You can still find ways to lower your moving costs by following several moving tips and saving...

Apartment Moving Tips

Apartment Moving Tips

We’ve compiled 17 quick tips to think about prior to moving, during your move, and after moving into a new apartment. Tips such as notifying your landlord, changing your address, what to pack first, and more.  Before Moving Into a New Apartment Tips Notifying...

How Many Moving Boxes Do I Need

How Many Moving Boxes Do I Need

When planning a move, one of the first questions someone might ask themselves is how many moving boxes do I need? For a 3-bedroom home with an average amount of belongings, we recommend 16 small, 34 medium, 7 large, and 6 extra-large boxes. Plus 3 wardrobe boxes per...

What Size U-Haul Truck Do I Need?

What Size U-Haul Truck Do I Need?

Nothing is worse on moving day than having everything packed up and ready to go, and while you’re loading your belongings into your truck, you realize you don’t have enough room. Luckily, with U-Haul, that won’t happen. U-Haul trucks have many options with many sizes...

Moving out for the First Time

Moving out for the First Time

Moving out for the first time can be scary and overwhelming. If you have a plan, it’ll make moving out for the first time easier. Some basics that you should include in your move-out plan are budgeting, a list of apartment basics, and how you plan on moving your...

How to Move a Sectional Couch

How to Move a Sectional Couch

How to take apart and move a sectional couch might seem like a daunting task, but with some preparation and planning, you can take apart a sectional couch and move it yourself using our Moving Help® guide.  Need help moving a regular couch? Check out our how to...

Stress-Free Unpacking: A Guide After Moving

Stress-Free Unpacking: A Guide After Moving

Unpacking can take a long time, especially without a plan. Moving Help® is here to give you a guide on how to unpack after moving.  If it’s too much to handle, don’t worry about it because our Marketplace has many unpacking Service Providers ready to assist you. ...

When to Book Movers

When to Book Movers

When to book movers is a question that looms large when planning a move. Ensuring you secure reliable assistance at the right time can make all the difference. Ideally, aim to secure your movers about two months before your scheduled move. In a worst-case scenario,...