Moving Tips and Advice

Packing is the part of moving most people put off the longest, and it shows: rushed, last-minute packing is one of the most common causes of damaged belongings and blown moving-day timelines. The fix isn't working harder, it's working smarter. These nine hacks come straight from what our crews see work best on real moves across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and DC. Quick Reference: Packing Hacks at a Glance HackBest ForWhy It WorksZone packingEvery roomKeeps unpacking organized by exact sp

You’ve spent years curating a collection that reflects your passions and your past — cherished family heirlooms, vintage estate finds, delicate antiques, and one-of-a-kind pieces of fine art. Whether it’s the Shawnee Corn King pottery your grandmother handed down, or the sculpture you stumbled across at a weekend flea market, these irreplaceable items hold far more than monetary value. And when it’s time to move? You want every last piece to arrive at your new home exactly as it left you

We wrote about this 7 years ago (see original post below) and here we are again, but this time instead of the transition between the Obamas and the Trumps, it is the Bidens and the Trumps. Witnessing history in the making. Crazy, right? The transition between presidents is such an amazing, efficient process we wanted to highlight it again. On Inauguration Day, the White House undergoes a meticulously coordinated transition to move the outgoing president's belongings out and settle the incoming

Moving is hard. And sometimes, things happen. Couches are big, and doorways are tight. Sometimes, bookshelves are heavy, and stairways are steep. It might seem like the best option is to try, and hope for the best. And sometimes, it works out. Some couches sent flying over deck railings live to sit another day. But some couches don't. Some couches are just wide, or just tall enough that it seems impossible to think you'll ever get them inside. Some bookshelves are just too much for one person t

Moving is never easy. That's just a fact. Get this - we're always running advertisements in Google and other search engines so that people who are moving in northern Virginia can easily find us. The most popular ad - by far - tells people, "Get a Hassle Free Move." But after over 80 years and four generations of movers in the Craig family, we don't need statistics to tell us that having a hassle free move is what people want - we know it because we live it every day! So what should you do if y

Our team enjoyed researching these topics and writing about them for our readers.  We hope you found them educational, insightful and informative. If you have any topics you’d like us to write about in 2024 let us know.  Happy New Year and we look forward to seeing you soon! FAQs When Interviewing Local Moving Companies Moving to a new home can be an exciting but stressful experience. Whether you’re relocating within the same city or to a different neighborhood, hiring a rep

Affordable and Dependable - A great combination! We are the dependable, professional, full-service Long Distance & Local Movers - Northern VA! We offer residential and commercial customers in Northern VA, (and neighboring areas), custom moving services as well as superlative packing and storage options. Don't settle for other low cost movers who aren't insured and don't have the experience of 4 generations you can count on. For local or long distance moving, you can come to us and be

While the rental market is skyrocketing and homes are being occupied extremely quickly, there are plenty of renters who are thinking about moving. According to HomeData, it is estimated at approximately 33% of all renters choose to move to a new location each year. If you're a renter, you may be wondering what reasons might cause you to move to a new rental. Here are some reasons renters hire a residential moving service and leave their current rental residence. 1. Significantly Increased Re

Do you feel like the place that you live in is not the one that is close to your heart? One in five Americans would agree with you. That percentage increases to 38% for people who have lived in two or more communities. Still, moving could be a good thing for you and your overall well-being, including your mental state. Why is that? Part of it could be that core memory was formed in a certain place. That being said, there are times when just moving to a new home can be a great thing for your

For many people, the thought and experience of moving are generally stressful. However, when done right, moving can go smoothly with minimal stress. For instance, you can get moving help to avoid doing all the heavy lifting yourself. According to Join Center for Housing Studies, 13% of Americans relocate annually. Some people are forced to move for one reason or another. At the same time, some people are motivated to move because they see the benefits that a new place has to offer. We believe t