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Packing and Unpacking
Master the art of packing and unpacking with expert tips and tricks that help you stay organized, on time and stress free.
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The Ultimate Move-In Necessities Checklist
Just moved in? Here are the top ten things you’ll need in your new home right away.
Why It’s Important to Review Your Moving Company
Use the “Move-Out-Method” of Organizing (Even Before You Move)
What Should Move With You — and What Shouldn’t
Practical Tips When Downsizing for a Move
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The Ultimate Move-In Necessities Checklist
Just moved in? Here are the top ten things you’ll need in your new home right away.
Why It’s Important to Review Your Moving Company
Want to post a review of your mover? Here’s what to do.
Use the “Move-Out-Method” of Organizing (Even Before You Move)
Check out six steps for decluttering you can use for any space, any time.
What Should Move With You — and What Shouldn’t
Moving cross country? See our tips for what to take with you — and what to leave behind.
Practical Tips When Downsizing for a Move
Looking to downsize or moving to a smaller home? Access practical tips and expert advice on the best ways to downsize for your move with Mayflower.
Charities With Free Pickup Services
Check out our list of charities that provide free pickup services – and how to get your items ready.
8 Tips for Moving When You’re Pregnant
While preparing for a new baby is exciting, moving to a new home during a pregnancy can be stressful.
Tips for Moving Someone’s Else’s Things
There are any number of reasons―both positive and negative―why you might be taking charge of a move on someone else’s behalf.
How to Prevent Future Clutter Pileups
One day your home is clean and organized, the next you’re wondering how so much stuff accumulated so quickly. Clutter has a way of sneaking up on you.
A Day in the Life of a Move Coordinator
Get a firsthand glimpse into a typical day for one of our Move Coordinators — in her own words.
Tips for Juggling Life’s Responsibilities During a Move
You can’t put your life on hold during the moving process, so check out our tips for keeping things on an even keel.
7 Tips for Moving During Winter
Moving in winter has its own challenges but it shouldn’t give you chills. Check out tips and tricks from our professional movers.
How a Move Works
How does a move “happen”? Our expert gives you an overview of all the steps involved.
How to Pack Your Car for a Cross-Country Move
Often, a long-distance move involves a road trip — here’s what you need to keep comfortable and safe when traveling from point A to point B.
Tips for Using Pantry Items Before You Move
When you’re preparing to move, you’ll likely have food that needs to be used.
What Food Banks Need – and How You Can Help
At some point in the kitchen packing process, you’ll look into your cupboards.
Best Tips for Moving in Summer
For many families and college-aged students, relocating during the summer months is usually the most stressful time to move.
This Moving Supplies Checklist Will Make Your Move So Much Easier
If you are beginning to pack for an upcoming move, make sure you don’t overlook one of the most important details — gathering the adequate moving supplies.
Top 9 Tips For Moving Safely During COVID-19
As we continue to recover from the COVID-19 outbreak, if you are planning a move with a professional moving company, you may want to consider some additional actions to help
When is the best time to move?
When is the best time to move? Let America’s Most Trusted Moving Company guide you through what you need to know to pick the best moves for you!
How to Pack Wine Bottles
Your wine bottles require special care in a move. It isn’t difficult to upset wine’s delicate chemistry with high or low temperatures, vibration, humidity or light.
How to Pack Shoes for Your Move
If your shoes have survived pre-move planning without being routed to a giveaway or garage sale pile, chances are you plan on wearing them again someday.
How to Pack Food – Expert Moving Tips
Be mindful of restrictions when packing perishables. Keep in mind that there are laws that prohibit movers from transporting some types of perishable goods.
How to Pack Your Dining Room
If you are preparing to move out of your house, it is important to start by gathering all of the essential packing supplies.
How To Pack & Move Appliances
Each appliance has unique needs when moving. Are your appliances coming with you to your new home? If so, keep in mind that moving appliances often requires additional planning.
How to Pack Your Books Effectively
Carefully evaluate your collection for books that you could live without. More than likely there are some you could part with, especially when you consider the cost of moving them.
How To Move Plants
Moving your household plants could be more difficult than you might expect. Plants are categorized as “perishable” items under federal guidelines.
How to Pack Lampshades for Moving
Before you pack the lamp base, remove the light bulb and the lamp harp. Wrap each piece individually in news wrap.
How to Pack Your Clothes
If you are moving with Mayflower, you can leave lightweight clothes in your dresser drawers for transport. There is no need to pack them.
Simple, Effective Tips to Packing a Living Room
Packing up a living room with bulky furniture and delicate decor can be challenging. Let the nation’s most trusted mover, Mayflower, guide you through the process.
How to Pack Kitchen Items: Your Dishes, Appliances and More
Kitchens are filled with difficult-to-move items such as plates, glasses, appliances, and more. Learn how to pack kitchen items from Mayflower.
How to Pack a Mirror for Moving
Here are six helpful steps to pack and prep your mirrors to minimize the risk of breakage.
How to Pack Your Bedroom
Bedrooms are filled with clothes, furniture and other difficult-to-move items. Learn how to pack a bedroom from America’s most trusted mover. Video included.
How to Move a Washer and Dryer
Moving your washer and dryer is more complicated than simply recruiting a few strong friends to help load the units on a dolly to be hauled out of your basement.
How to Cash in Unwanted Stuff
Every item you move adds to the weight and expense to your shipment As you prepare to move, it a good idea to sort through your belongings to identify things
How to Pack & Protect Linens
When it’s time to pack your linens and bedding, there are a few tips that can help streamline the process.
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Tips for a Smooth Transition: Settling Into Your New Home State
Check out our tips for moving to a new state without creating a state of confusion.
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Learn about living costs, job market, neighborhoods and unique experiences in Bourbon City. Mayflower is here to help you explore and move to Louisville.
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Considering a move to Baton Rouge? Uncover the real-life vibe of Louisiana’s capital — costs, jobs, culture, food and what to expect day-to-day!
10 Things You Need to Know Before Moving to Lafayette, Louisiana
Low living costs, diversified job market, rich culture and food scenes, friendly communities. Dive into 10 must-know facts about Lafayette, LA.
Moving to Baltimore, MD: Charm, Costs, Jobs and City Life
Thinking of moving to Baltimore? Discover affordable living, diverse neighborhoods, local culture, job opportunities and what makes Charm City shine.
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From beautiful landscapes to great eats, there’s lots to love about San Francisco. Here’s what living there is really like.
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Discover the allure — and drawbacks — of living in Boston before calling it home.
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Small but mighty, Delaware is a state like no other. Learn all about what life there is like before taking the plunge.
The Truth About Calling Houston Home
Life in Houston is so much more than the sum of its parts. See if a move to H-Town is right for you.
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