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July 15, 2024

Where to Store Furniture During a Home Renovation?

If you are like many homeowners, you probably have more than enough furniture in your home. Where should it all go when you are embarking on a home improvement or restoration project such as replacing or refinishing your floors? Or even a more extensive project such as a full remodeling job? Why You Need Proper Storage During Renovation Leaving furniture in the middle of a renovation zone exposes it to dust, debris, and accidental damage. Even if you cover your items, construction work can cause scratches, dents, and mess that are difficult to fix. Proper storage during renovation helps you: Protect your furniture from dirt and damage Keep your home organised during construction Speed up the renovation process by clearing work areas Best Options for Storing Furniture During Renovation When planning your project, consider these popular options for where to store furniture during renovation. Here are a few tips for...

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Moving Tips and Checklists
July 15, 2024

How to Safely Drive A Moving Truck In the Snow

Guess what? We all don’t have the advantage of moving when it’s 75 degrees and sunny out. That would be nice if that’s the only time anyone moved but unfortunately, some of us have had to move under less than desirable weather conditions. As a moving company in Boston, we know what its like to move in the winter, among all our other seasons. We know what its like to pack the truck in the winter, walk through snow to get everything in and out of a house and we know a thing or two about driving in the winter. Especially driving a moving truck in the winter. If you are moving yourself and not using a moving company, you need to take great care when driving a moving truck. It’s not the same as driving your car down the street. A moving truck drives differently, turns different and accelerates...

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Armstrong News
January 11, 2023

Armstrong Relocation & Companies Acquires Humboldt Moving & Storage

Armstrong Relocation & Companies ("Armstrong"), an industry-leading provider of moving, relocation and supply chain solutions and United Van Lines' largest U.S. hauler, has acquired Humboldt Storage & Moving ("Humboldt"), a Boston-based, United Van Lines agency. Coupled with its recent acquisition of MacDonald's Moving Services in Greater Boston, Armstrong now operates as one of the largest moving companies in Boston and the Northeast. "Humboldt has been a highly-regarded company throughout the industry for many years and our family has had tremendous respect for the business they have operated," said Todd Watson, CEO of Armstrong Relocation & Companies. We look forward to building on that success by leveraging our collective strengths in the marketplace." Howard Goldman, Humboldt CEO and third-generation owner said, "I am excited to transfer 118 years of family ownership of The Humboldt Companies from the Goldman family to the Armstrong family." Goldman added, "It's comforting to know that our family legacy, Humboldt team, and valued customers are in great hands and...

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Armstrong News
December 14, 2022

Armstrong Relocation & Companies Acquires MacDonald Moving Services

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 14, 2022 -- Armstrong Relocation & Companies ("Armstrong"), an industry-leading provider of moving, relocation and supply chain solutions and United Van Lines' largest U.S. hauler, has acquired MacDonald Moving Services, Inc., a Boston-based, United Van Lines agency. This addition enhances Armstrong's service capacity in the New England region. "We have been interested in the Boston market for many years and have been patiently awaiting the right business opportunity," said Todd Watson, Armstrong Relocation & Companies CEO. Watson added, "When Bruce MacDonald inquired about our interest in acquiring his business upon his retirement from the industry, the organizational synergies were apparent. This expansion will enable us to better serve our current and future customers throughout New England." Bruce MacDonald, third-generation MacDonald owner said, "The important thing for MacDonald Moving Services is that the group of employees—who have been a magnificent family for many years—continue to serve the moving of American families." Armstrong has hired New England native and...

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