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Did you know that nail polish and hairspray are hazardous substances? So are common household cleaners, including ammonia and liquid chlorine bleach. Even aerosol air fresheners can pose a threat during transportation. By law, Herlihy Moving & Storage cannot move materials that are flammable, corrosive, poisonous or explosive. These items also cannot be stored in […]

Central Ohio is booming! With 1,264,518 residents in 2016, Franklin County is now the largest in the State of Ohio, according to the latest US Census data. The City of Columbus remains the state’s largest city, with over 850,000 people. Since 2011, Franklin County has grown at an average rate of almost 17,000 people per […]

We can’t think of anything worse than arriving at your new home with boxes of spoiled food or dead plants. That’s why Herlihy Moving & Storage will not transport perishable food and plants on long-distance moves. For long-distance moves, you should not pack: Food without Adequate Preservation Frozen Food Open or Half-used Foods Plants Produce […]

Moving a law office is about as pleasurable as paying taxes. Most offices scarcely have enough staff to handle their current case load, let alone all the added duties that come with a move. At Herlihy Moving & Storage, we have years of experience in handling law office moves. Count on us to get your […]

Selling your home in the greater greater Columbus, Chillicothe, or Athens Ohio areas? Our Mayflower Portable Storage Containers (PODS) can help you unclutter for a faster sale. Convenient and easy to use, these portable storage containers keep the things you care about safe, secure and out of sight of potential buyers. Uncluttering Appeals to Buyers […]

We know that moving is a big step for you and your family. Our goal at Herlihy Moving & Storage is to make moving day as simple and stress-free as possible. Here are a few tips to help you prepare to move out of your home or apartment. The process of moving starts long before […]

Moving is the third most stressful event of a person’s life. And worrying about the associated costs only adds to that anxiety. That’s why we’ve put together these tips to help you save money on your moving expenses. Time your move Most people move May through August, which is peak moving season. Also, most people […]

If you’re planning a do-it-yourself move, these packing tips on how to load Mayflower portable storage containers (Pods) will help you get organized. About Mayflower Portable Storage Containers (PODS) Herlihy offers portable storage and moving containers (Pods) in Columbus, Ohio for do-it-yourself moving customers. Whether you’re moving into a new home, remodeling or just need […]

As a small, family-owned business, Herlihy Moving & Storage is gratified to work with many repeat and referral customers. Recently, Lynn A. called on us for help with a move from Logan, Ohio to Chillicothe, Ohio. Logan is a city of about 7,000 residents in Hocking County, Ohio. Our home base since 1920, Chillicothe is […]

It’s Friday evening or Saturday morning. Your moving team has come and gone, and you’re eyeing a stack of boxes the size of Mt. Everest. Here are some strategies to put your belongings back in order before your Monday morning commute. Plan before you pack. The more planning you do before your move, the less […]