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Key Takeaways A clear residential moving plan reduces stress and prevents costly mistakes. Hiring a professional mover early gives you time to focus on family and logistics. Decluttering before packing saves time, space, and moving costs. Full-service movers like Armstrong handle packing, transportation, and coordination. Planning ahead ensures a smoother, more reliable move day. As your local, full-service mover we have helped dozens of families in the greater Raleigh area get ready to move into their new homes. If you want to keep stress and mess low, you need to have a clear plan of action. At The Armstrong Company - Raleigh we know what it takes to make a move go smoothly and we want to share those tips with you! Below you’ll find an expert timeline with tips to start building your own move plan to save you and your family time and peace of mind. Why You...

Moving can be tough and we know this better than anyone! That’s why our team at The Armstrong Company – Huntsville has made it our mission to help make moves across town, across the country and around the world smoother and stress-free for you and your family. We also know how easy it is to forget all the little details that come after your move, so we’ve put together our top tips to get you feeling more at home after your move. 1. Forward your mail This is a simple, quick step that you can take a week before you move into your new home. You can choose to update your new residence online here or stop by your local post office and fill out a change of address form. After forwarding your mail to your new address, you will need to update your address with independent mailers including your...

As a human, you know that moving can be stressful no matter how big or small the changes. For your four-legged family, this transition is even harder and more confusing. Moving down the street can feel like moving halfway around the world when it comes to a change of habitat. Regardless of the size or distance of your move, there will be some adjustments for your pets, but there are some things you can do to make the transition easier! Below are our five tips for a pet-friendly relocation. 1. Pack a “pet box” Moving can be a messy business, even with the most organized approach. You want your family and your pets to feel as settled as possible, as soon as possible. Packing a box of pet essentials for the first week of your move can help give your furry family a sense of familiarity and save you the...

Moving the contents of your home from point A to point B sounds simple enough, but is it? While moving is about getting belongings from one location to another, the process is much more complicated. The services that professional moving companies provide beyond the movers and the truck can make moving smoother and reduce stress for you. Here are three additional services to consider: 1.  Partial or Complete Packing Services Yes, you can absolutely pack everything yourself, but do you want to do it? Packing takes more time than any other single aspect of moving. So, perhaps instead of relying on having time to pack, you may consider hiring a professional moving company that offers full or partial packing as a service option. Using professional packers to take care of your packing can make this part of the process faster and more efficient. The moving company will send a team...

Moving with your family is a big moment for everyone involved. Your children will learn how to say goodbye to the only home they might have known, adjust to a new town or new neighbors, and possibly part ways with friends and family. All of these elements can have a huge effect on your children whose regular routines and surroundings are disrupted. The best thing you can do for your entire family is to make sure the kids are part of your move and well-adjusted before, during and after you’ve settled into your new home. At The Armstrong Company – Nashville, we’ve moved our fair share of families throughout every state in the country and we are dedicated to reducing stress and creating a seamless experience. Check out our seven tips for moving with kids! 1. Start the conversation We all know that kids ask a LOT of questions about...

Congratulations! You’ve hired some incredible talent for your team. All that’s left is to get them relocated to get started doing the great work you’ve hired them to do. Getting them moved expeditiously, safely, and with as few bumps as possible for their family members to the new location is something you’ll want to consider. Partnering with a full-service professional service is one way to ensure the best possible outcome. Sure, there are companies that give employees money to move themselves across country, and hope for the best, but the risk and additional stress on the employee can be debilitating to job performance, resulting in a productivity gap–not to mention a morale drop if the experience is a bad one. There are definite advantages to taking the relocation burden off your employees. Here are four key advantages to hiring a full-service relocation company. 1.  An Organized Move Can you imagine...

Delivery day is almost here! You’re super excited and probably a little anxious, too. There’s no need to worry; remember, you hired the The Armstrong Company team and they’re going to make sure your delivery day is as smooth as your moving day with them. Here’s a breakdown of Armstrong’s process with short descriptions explaining what you can expect of Armstrong – Raleigh’s team, and the collaborative part you’ll play to ensure a strong finish on delivery day. Confirm Your Start Time Consistent communication is vital in making sure everyone is on the same page. You can expect a call from your Armstrong move coordinator 24-hours before your delivery day to confirm the start time for the team. Just like moving day, you’ll need to be present during delivery to check off the shipment and offer guidance and instructions to the team. Protect Your Property Upon arrival, your move team...

When you and your family make a big move and finally get that last box loaded into your brand new home, it can feel both exciting and unsettling. New homes are often unfamiliar and don’t have that ‘homey’ feeling until you’re completely moved in and comfortable in your surroundings. Without a plan of action, unpacking into your entire house can take weeks and sometimes months. With a clear list of how to tackle this arduous job, you and your loved ones can start feeling settled and excited about your new home faster! With decades of experience moving families across cities and across the nation, The Armstrong Company - San Antonio has all the helpful tips and tricks to get you settled in your new home. Safety first Right away you should get familiar with the basic safety features of your new home. Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, make sure...

Whether you’re moving from across the state or across the country, leaving your old home and starting a new life can be scary! But if you’re lucky enough to be moving to a city like Austin, you won’t be disappointed by what one of the fastest-growing cities in the country has in store for you. The Armstrong Company - San Antonio’s tips below will help you prepare for your move to the Live Music Capital of the World! 1. Hire your movers Hiring a trusted, experienced relocation team can make or break your move, especially if you’re new to Austin. We’ve been in the moving business for decades and we’ve moved hundreds of families in and out of Austin. We not only know this city like the back of our hands, but we also offer comprehensive moving and storage services. Instead of being left to your own devices organizing your...

The moving truck doors close, the engine revs as they drive away, and you find yourself excited but nervous surrounded by a mountain range of boxes. Anticipation equally mixed with a strong dose of being overwhelmed engulfs you. Now what? Because you hired Armstrong for your move, you can now relax knowing that your items are carefully packed and organized according to category and room destination. They have handled the difficult part and your task is exciting in recreating your ideal space in your new home and new city. Here’s a few things to get you started. Start with the Necessities If you’re looking for a room to start unpacking, it is best to start with necessities like your kitchen. Take an inventory of your cabinets, their location to appliances as well as drawer and storage space. Then decide how you want to lay out your kitchenware based on the...