Garrett's Moving and Storage

Moving in the rain is not recommended. However, there’s nothing much we can do to control the weather, especially when you’ve scheduled your move in advance. To avoid rain, all you can do is not to plan your move during rainy weather. However, sometimes an unexpected downpour hits us when we least expect it.  There are some other things we can do to prepare for a rainy day. We don’t recommend going out and buying rain-specific moving materials and boxes unless you feel inclined. 1. Wrap items in plastic – Many people don’t consider to pack their clothes in boxes. What they all plan is to roll a garment rack on a moving truck and cover it with a sheet. However, when rain hits, they must reconsider their idea of rolling a garment rack. You can protect your items by wrapping them in plastic. Remember that plastic repels water but items like cotton sheets are not nearly as protective. You can use bubble wraps to cover your clothes, furniture, artwork, and other items. 2. ...

Tipping has become a new habit of everyone in the service industry. Tipping staff depending on his/her service is always appreciated. So if you feel like that you must tip a staff member but don’t know how much is enough, this article is for you. Whether it’s a packing staff, loading and unloading personnel, and the unpacking crew, supervisor, or driver, everyone has an important role in your moving. All of these are the people who help you make your move smooth. You should tip them according to the services they offer. Here are some of the tips that can help you know how much is okay. .   When you should give tip to a staff member?  Most of the people tip staff members after the successful accomplishment of their task. For instance, you must tip the driver or supervisor after reaching your destination or after they have completed their job efficiently. Moreover, don’t forget to take care of the rest of the crew members as they’ve equally helped you with the moving....