Category: packing

If you’re like most Americans, you’ve accumulated a lot of “stuff.” And you seldom realize just how much you own until you’re ready to pack for a move. This year, more than 43 million Americans will pack up their households and move. If you’re among them, remember to watch out for Mother Earth in the […]

As a locally owned agent of Mayflower Moving, Herlihy Moving & Storage has the trained personnel, equipment and other resources to handle any local or long-distance move. We recently had the privilege of helping Sandra G. with a long-distance move from Athens, Ohio to Johnson City, Tennessee. After our Athens moving team had finished the […]

Relocating your home can be one of life’s most stressful events. But, as author Jeff Wuorio writes for USA Today, there are simple strategies to reduce the stress. In addition to giving yourself enough time to plan and execute your move, Wuorio recommends that you research moving companies carefully and get comprehensive estimates. Read the […]

Moving into your new home is an exciting time for you and your family. To keep moving as simple and stress-free as possible, we’ve put together a few tips to help you prepare. Before your driver arrives at the new home, there are a few things you can do. First, call your new utility companies […]

When planning your move, there are certain items you should arrange to carry with you instead of packing on the moving van. These include family photos and other items with high sentimental value, prescription medicines, personal and financial records, and cash, jewelry and other items with high monetary value. Here’s a list of items to […]

Every belonging you move adds to the weight of your shipment – and ultimately the cost. That’s a good reason to consider getting rid of some items you no longer need, but hate to throw away. Preparing for a move presents an excellent opportunity to sort through some of the excess items you’ve collected over […]

Good packing is essential to a stress-free move. As you prepare for your move, trust the Columbus, Ohio professionals at Herlihy Moving & Storage to guide you every step of the way, starting with these moving tips. Get Organized Before you start, it’s a good idea to gather everything you’ll need, including: Sturdy boxes of […]

Good packing is essential for a stress-free move. Watch this video and follow Mayflower’s proven techniques for packing your family room items safely and securely. Before you start, it’s a good idea to gather everything you’ll need, including: Sturdy boxes of various sizes with flaps that can be completely closed Packing paper Paper pads Tissue […]

China, glassware and other breakables from your dining room require careful handling when packing and moving. Follow the packing tips below to ensure these items arrive safely at your new home. Before you start, it’s good idea to gather everything you’ll need: Sturdy boxes of various sizes with flaps that can be completely closed. Packing […]

For most people, moving to a new home ranks among life’s most stressful events. The process can be even harder on pets, which often aren’t big fans of change. But careful planning can reduce or avoid relocation problems for your pet. Consider the following tips for moving with pets to help your pets experience a […]