Packing. Lifting. Carrying. Placing. Moving involves a lot of different segments that can unfortunately sometimes result in the accidental breaking of precious items. From dishes and plates to a variety of fragile items, a break is a break, raising the question of what you should do if an item breaks during your move.

When it comes to moving, how you pack and prepare your items can make all the difference in the world. Fragile and delicate items require extra special care to avoid breakage and damage during your move. If you are in the process of moving and you are preparing to pack up your crystal and china, consider these tips so that you can protect your valuable pieces as you move.

Moving large appliances takes special care and preparation prior to moving day. From making sure your appliances are protected and covered to making sure you have properly disconnected each plug or wire carefully, moving your large appliances correctly will help protect them during your move.

Resurfacing your garage floor is a great way to add value and beauty to your home. From an epoxy finish to a custom seal, resurfacing projects can truly transform your garage. Of course a key element to starting any garage floor remodeling job is to begin with a clean slate. This means that all items, including cars must be removed from the garage floor so resurfacing work can be completed. So what happens if you have too much clutter standing in the way of your desired project? Try storage.

With all the busy preparation and packing that goes into most moves, it can be easy to get so distracted that you forget something. Whether it is an item that you accidentally forget and leave behind, to forgetting to do something, moving can cause even the most organized individuals to forget something.

If you have ever enlisted the help of family and friends to help you move, chances are you know how appreciative you have felt by having that extra supply of help on moving day. So what is the best way to say thank you, to those who have taken time out of their schedules to help you move? Some might say, a simple thank you is good enough, but if you want to show your appreciation to your friends and family for helping you move, we’ve come up with five ways for you to say thanks.

Having a home office is convenient, but it can also introduce an accumulation of clutter into your home. If your home office is growing, along with an issue of clutter, it might be time for you to consider getting a storage unit. A storage unit will allow you to continue expanding your home office, without losing your valuable living space to unwanted clutter.

If you have ever completed a move, you probably know how much work and effort goes into packing up each moving box carefully. In fact, packing up is one of the number one things most people dread when they make the decision to move. So once the move is completed, it’s only natural sometimes to want to take a pause before going through the entire process again and unpacking each box. While this may be the case, it is still important to unpack your moving boxes sooner rather than later.

Now that spring is here once again, the time has come for more spring cleaning. While this time of year means getting outside and enjoying warmer weather, it is also a great time to organize your home and de-clutter for spring. Whether you are clearing out your closets and packing away your winter clothes to tidying up your garage, there are many ways you can prevent clutter from blossoming this spring.

Moving can be a tiring and stressful task at any age, especially for seniors who may have to move from the only home they have known for years. From losing a spouse to the inability to live alone anymore, the reasons for a senior move vary. If you are a senior, and you and your family are in the process of discussing a move for you, there are helpful moving resources available. Each resource is designed to help assist senior relocations with the hope that the moving process will be a little easier, less tiring and less stressful.