Moving Tips & Tricks: A Professional Mover’s Guide to Packing, Loading, and Moving Your Household—Whether You Hire the Pros or Do It Yourself (en Inglés)
Reseña del libro "Moving Tips & Tricks: A Professional Mover’s Guide to Packing, Loading, and Moving Your Household—Whether You Hire the Pros or Do It Yourself (en Inglés)"
Move Like a Pro, Whether You Hire the Pros or Do It Yourself Moving is one of the most stressful jobs a family ever takes on. There are boxes to find, furniture that won't fit through the door, movers to vet, a truck to load, and a deadline that won't move. It doesn't have to be that way. Written by a professional mover, Moving Tips & Tricks gives you the techniques moving crews use every day, explained step by step in plain language and backed by more than 30 clear illustrations of the equipment and methods. Whether you're renting a truck and calling in friends, hiring a full-service crew, or doing something in between, you'll know what to do, what to buy, and what to watch out for. Inside, you'll learn how to: Plan your move with an 8-week timeline and a realistic budget Figure out how much you own and choose the right size truck Get supplies (boxes, packing paper, pads, dollies) for a fraction of retail Decide between moving yourself and hiring professionals Read a mover's estimate, understand what the mover pays for damage, and spot the red flags of a moving scam Pack like a pro: strong boxes, a clear labeling system, and dish packs that keep plates and glasses in one piece Move wardrobes, TVs, and electronics safely Handle the heavy and valuable items: pianos, safes, refrigerators, washers, artwork, and heirlooms Measure doorways, and get a sofa through a doorway it seems too big for Load a truck in solid tiers, build a stable base, and strap the load so nothing shifts Lift and carry safely, including on stairs Do a final walkthrough, unload room by room, check for damage, and settle into your new home Also included: Checklists at the end of most chapters A master moving checklist from eight weeks out to the first month in your new home The inventory worksheet (cube sheet) professional estimators use, for sizing your move and checking a mover's quote A box-and-supply calculator for every room An address-change checklist and a moving-day kit list A glossary of moving terms, so you can talk to movers with confidence Every chapter includes Skill Junky Tips, Pro Mover Tricks, Money Savers, and safety warnings: the small habits that save hours, money, and your back. Whether it's your first apartment or your fifth house, a move across town or across the country, Moving Tips & Tricks is the guide to keep open on the kitchen counter, from the first box to the last. Because a little preparation goes a long way.
