Moving Tip of the Week: Nuts & Bolts

Most customers we work with in the Cincinnati Tri-State area are often well prepared when we arrive to move them. As Cincinnati movers, one organization area we've noticed that could use a suggestion is a "nuts and bolts" box. There are many pieces of furniture throughout a customer's house that need to be disassembled: Washers and dryers, dining tables, bed frames, computer desks, china cabinets, etc. Each of those items can contain several screws, nuts, washers, and bolts that are easy to lose and forget. We suggest putting those items in labeled zip-lock bags, with each bag containing the pieces to one particular piece of furniture. Then place the bags in one box labeled 'Nuts & Bolts'. This box should be the last thing placed on your truck or container, and the first thing off so that it is easily accessible. Not only will it be a breeze to locate the pieces to put your furniture together, but it will make for a smoother move all the way around.

From all of us at the Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers, we hope your move is a great one!

The Exclusive Move Cheap Moving Calculator!

As your Cincinnati moving company, Move Cheap is proud to announce that as of today, January 11th, 2010, we have now unveiled our exclusive Move Cheap Moving Calculator on our website! That's right, Move Cheap is the FIRST Cincinnati moving company and moving labor service that offers a moving calculator online! While most competitors won't offer a way for you to calculate your move your self, The Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers are happy to offer our customers another tool in the moving process. Simply answer the questions provided, and our premiere calculator will give you an estimate of how long your move might take, and how much it might cost.

This is the first of many new tools and services we will be adding in 2010, and we hope we can continue to earn your business.

You can find the Move Cheap Moving Calculator here.

As always, we hope your move is a great one!

Moving Tip of the Week: Children & Pets

Moving day can be the most stressful day of the year for many tri-state families, and as your Cincinnati movers, our singular goal is remove that stress from the process for you. To help do so, here are a couple new tips to make your move as smooth as possible.

• Before your moving day, it is an excellent idea to try to arrange for a family member, daycare, or babysitter to watch your children if under the age of 10. While we love kids, we never like to see children become hurt. Occasionally, children will escape their parents supervision and head straight for the moving truck. Whether they are playing on the ramp, inside the cab, or in the cargo area, a moving truck is never a safe place for a child to be. Children also have a tendency to accidentally block paths and stairwells while we're carrying your furniture, which can cause an accident to your child, your movers, or your belongings. Customers and their children are not permitted in the moving truck or container while we are working. Additionally, we are not responsible if an accident should occur because they were in the work area.
  

• Pets can also sometimes pose a moving obstruction. As with children, it will be a good idea to find a petsitter on moving day. Some movers have mild allergies to cats or dogs while others may have more severe symptoms which can produce rashes and heavy sneezing. Some customers have also, on occasion, placed their pets in a room without making their movers aware. Once we opened the door, the animal makes a break for it. While no animal has ever been lost, we have seen a few escape their confines temporarily. Please be advised that Move Cheap is never responsible if a pet is lost. Additionally, we will not enter a household when an animal has an aggressive temperament. Many Petsmarts now offer a PetsHotel with Doggy Day Camp.
  

From all of us at the Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers, we hope your move is a great one!

Moving Tip of the Week: Winter and Floors

As we have entered the midst of the winter season, we'd like to offer some small advice to our Cincinnati tri-state customers. The number one danger to movers in the winter time is ice. Please, under no circumstances, pour hot or scalding water on the iced over ground in order to melt it. The water will only refreeze and likely cause an accident. If you choose Move Cheap as your Cincinnati moving company, we suggest using rock salt or ice melt on the path between your truck to your home. It will also be a good idea to place some on the ramp of the truck, as well as around the truck itself. This will cause the ice to melt as well as give your movers better traction while carrying your furniture and boxes.

We understand you might have a concern about bringing the outside mess into your home. It will be a good idea to have a mat at your front door in order for your movers to wipe their shoes off. It is against our policy to remove our footwear at any time in order to prevent an accident. You also have the option to place a roll of plastic floor protection on your floors to create a path inside your home for your movers to follow.

From all of us at Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers, we hope your move is a great one!

Moving Tip of the Week: Scheduling Your Move

One of the most important steps of the moving process is knowing when to schedule your move, but from time to time we have been forced to turn down a moving request simply because we are already booked. We know that finding that particular day to move is key in any moving situation. As your Cincinnati Moving Company, we are normally available to handle last minute requests, but we've noticed the customer has often not had enough time to prepare to move on these occasions. Here are some tips our experience has taught us to help schedule your move, and assure that our services are not already booked.

• The first five days and the last five days of each month will always book up the fastest. This is generally the time when leases are up on apartments and those residences are moving. If you're planning to move on one of these days, it is ALWAYS a good idea to give Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers a month to a month and a half notice to guarantee a reservation.
• Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays are the next set of days that book up quickly. These are often the days when our customers are off of work and/or have the time to move. We find that two weeks is usually sufficient time if you'd like a weekend spot.
• The Summer months of June , July , and August are the busiest season for Move Cheap. This is when kids are out of school and many families use their vacations to move. If you are planning to move during these months, two to three weeks advance notice is a good time to schedule outside of the exceptions listed above.

Keep in mind that these same guidelines can also be considered when setting up a reservation for your rental moving truck (Uhaul, Penske, Budget), trailer (ABF), or mobile storage unit (PODS, Units, GetaSam, Packrat). The sooner you book your move and your moving transport, the smoother your move will be.

From all of us at Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers, we hope your move is a great one!

A Holiday Message From The Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers

Moving Tip of the Week: Rental Trucks

As Cincinnati movers, our customers often ask us who they should select as their provider for a rental truck. As there are only three large competitors in the Cincinnati Area (Penske, Uhaul, Budget), here are a few tips to put you in the right direction.

1. The first thing we feel you should always look for is customer service. If a company is incapable of treating you right or making you feel comfortable, odds are they treat their truck inventory the same way.
   
2. Price is always a factor, but how far will that price get you? When renting locally, most companies charge you a base price in addition to a mileage charge. Each company is different, so be sure to compare all companies. When moving one way, or long distance, each company will give you a flat rate for the truck. What you need to watch out for here is how many days they give you to use the truck and how many miles are included in that price. Uhaul gives you a set allowance of miles and charges for each additional mile over, while both Penske and Budget give you unlimited miles. Make sure you can complete your move with the provisions given from each company.
   
3. What is the condition of the truck? Which ever dealer you decide to rent your moving truck from, be sure to take a good look at the trucks they keep on their lot and the condition they're in. Is the tire tread good? Are there a lot of visible dings and dents? Is the cargo area swept out and clean? Do all the lights work? If you can answer no to any of these questions, it is probably a good idea to select a different dealer.
4. How old is the truck? If a truck is rented to you that has well over 200,000 miles on it, it is definitely worth asking for a lower mileage truck. Always ask your dealer how often they service their trucks to be sure your receiving a road worthy vehicle.
   
5. Ramp height can also be a determining factor when selecting a truck rental company. Uhaul is universally known for having the lowest ramps and therefore easier to load, while Budget's are a medium height, and Penske's are the highest in the industry. Some companies also offer a lift gate, but they normally slow the moving process down.
6. Be sure to compare the different types of insurances that are offered by the respective companies and also check with your insurance company to determine if they cover you driving the truck and/or its contents.
   
7. Our last suggestion to help you select a truck rental company is to read their customer reviews. There are places all over the internet, and even on the company's sites themselves where customers have written reviews about their experiences. When in doubt, google the company, and look for their reviews in the local business section.

From all of us at Move Cheap Cincinnati Movers, we hope your move is a great one!