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On the lookout for some hot tips ahead of your next residential move? We have helped thousands of customers to complete their relocations at Black Tie Moving over the years. Our local movers have seen and worked on a wide variety of jobs.

We've got tons of professional moving tips to help you streamline your relocation too. But, let's just start with these four suggestions from your 'movers near me.'

Make Sure Your Landlord is Informed About the Move

If you are looking to move in a rental apartment or home, consider letting the landlord know what days the local movers will be helping you pack and move. Your landlord can set aside parking space for the movers' vans or provide a parking permit for them.

Similarly, if you live in a busy downtown area you may need to arrange for parking permits with the city. Your city may also be able to reserve parking for the movers in front of your building.

Protect Your Furniture During the Move

Most furniture is pretty sturdy, but it's not designed to be lifted and toted around. Antiques and older furniture can be more fragile and prone to breaking if handled incorrectly. That's why professional local moving companies will always protect furniture during a move. They are also extra careful during appliance moves. Consider doing the following to keep your belongings and your home safe from damage:

Secure cabinets and drawers with plastic wrap.
Use furniture blankets on items with hard surfaces and sharp corners.
Move heavy items with a hand truck.
Remove stair railings and doors when moving large furniture out of rooms or downstairs.

Pack Your Items with Care

Ensure that your items are secure during their travels to your new home by packing them with extra care. You'd be surprised at how often poorly packed plates, electronics, and other items can break inside their moving boxes.

Prevent shifting in the box by packing items with styrofoam fill to cushion them. You can also wrap items with old pillow cases, linens, and clothing. Or, use old newspapers to wrap them and fill in empty spaces in the box.

Use packing tape to seal the box shut. This also prevents pests from getting into the box while in storage. Lastly, write what's in the box and what room it came from on the box. This makes unpacking so much easier.

Consider Upgrading to Full-Value Insurance

Most local moving companies offer standard insurance valuation on your belongings at no extra charge. However, it doesn't pay very much if your items are damaged or lost in transit.

If you have high-value items that you want to protect, such as a flat-screen television, it's worth investing in full value protection. This paid for option covers the full replacement cost of items damaged during a move.

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Ready to get started with a residential move in your area? Black Tie Moving is ready to roll out the red carpet for customers nationwide. Our residential movers offer services in areas like Columbus, OH, Dallas, TX, Huntsville, AL, and the State of Delaware.

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