Items We Can Not Move

At the Move Cheap® Cincinnati Movers, we strive to make everyone's move as quick and stress-free as possible.  That being said, we are a household goods moving labor service.  House Hold Goods are defined as products used within households. They are the tangible and movable personal property placed in the living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, family rooms, great rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, recreation rooms, hallways, attics, and basements and other rooms of a house.  We do not move trash and are not a waste disposal service.

As much as we try to please all of our Cincinnati Tri-State customers, here are a few examples of items we simply can not move whether for health reasons, liability concerns, or otherwise:

• We can not move bags of trash.
• We can not move loose garbage.
• We can not move piles of fire wood.
• We do not move animals.
• We do not move chicken coups or other animal housing.
• We do not move fuels such as gasoline or propane.
• We can not move any forms of paint or cleaning products that are flammable.
• We can not move liquids that could break open during transit.
• We can not, nor have the ability to dispose of old mattresses.
• We no not move sheds or storage buildings.

Otherwise, from couches to tables to television sets, we're the movers for you! If there's something listed that your unsure about, be sure to contact us.  We'll be happy to answer any of your questions!

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

Why Declaration Matters

The first thing you may be asking yourself is , "What the heck does declaration have to do with moving?".  The short answer is a lot. 

When it comes to moving, it's very important that our customers truthfully answer some important questions that we ask.  Not doing so could result in your Move Cheap® Cincinnati Movers not being able to complete a moving service for you, and that's the last thing us, or you the customer want to see happen on moving day.  Below is a rundown of some very important questions we ask when taking your order, why we ask them, and what happens if you might forget to divulge that information.

1.  Do you have any animals on the premises?

We ask this not because we want to move your dog or cat, we have pets too!  We ask because some of our movers have allergies to pet dander or to animals in general.  Even if man's best friend won't be there on moving day, their hair or dander will be.  Some customers are afraid to tell us they have pets because they fear some type of fee.  We can assure you that no such fee exists, and we want to be sure the movers we send out to you won't be sneezing through your entire move, or in some cases, may have to leave because there allergic reaction to an animal is severe.

2.  Will you have any specialty items like a safe, piano, pool table, aquarium, etc?

This one is uber important to be honest about.  Yes, we absolutely have an extra fee for these types of items, but there's a good reason.  For starters, our insurance requires it.  Many specialty pieces require special equipment to move them.  Lastly, some items require more movers to properly lift them.  When we show up to your home and discover that you'd like us to move an 8 person Jacuzzi, we simply wont be able to do it.  Maybe you forgot to tell us about Grandma's old piano.  If we don't know about it ahead of time, odds are we can't move it.  If you have a gun safe, be honest about the weight.  Our standard dollies are only rated for 800 lbs, and anything over that we wont be able to lift.  The bottom line is, forgetting to declare a specialty item can create a bad moving experience.  This causes anxiety for you and your movers, and moving day can be stressful enough.  Just be mindful if we ask if you have these types of items and please be honest about them.

3.  Do you have any hazardous conditions like black mold, feces, or bed bugs?

Okay, we HATE to ask this question, but it's probably one of the most important on this list.  The health and safety of our movers is our number one priority.  We never want to send them in to a situation where there well being is jeopardized.  IF we arrive at your home and discover any of the hazardous conditions listed above, our movers will be required to leave, and the customer is still responsible for paying the two hour minimum.

So to make your moving day as smooth as possible, please remember to answer the questions listed above honestly.  From all of us at the Move Cheap® Cincinnati Movers, we hope your move is a great one!

How To Help Your Friends On Moving Day

 Let’s say your friends are moving into a new home. And if these friends of yours are smart they’ve already hired the Move Cheap® Cincinnati Movers, so they’re all set for their big moving day. But you – being the amazing, thoughtful, generous friend that you are – still want to somehow help these friends with their move. Since the physical moving and lifting part is covered, you need to get a bit more creative when it comes to helping out.  Fear not! Moving is more than just picking up boxes; Here are five ways to help your friends move without any heavy lifting.

 

1. Provide childcare

 

Having the kids around on moving day will not only slow down the process, but it can also be potentially dangerous. Offering to babysit the kids while your friends are busy with all the pieces of their move is a great way to lend a hand. Trust us on this one.

 

2. Make them a home-cooked meal

 

A home-cooked meal may not be the right dinner ON moving day…the dishes may still be packed in boxes after all. But bringing over a hot meal a few days after moving in is a wonderful idea and we’re totally sure those friends of yours would definitely appreciate it!

 

3. Pet-sit!

 

If your friends don’t have kids, they may have a pet. And no one wants to worry about the well-being of their animal during a hectic moving day. Even if you only watch their pet for a few hours, you’re still doing your part to make their busy day a little less stressful.

 

4. Help clean the old place

 

When you’re moving into a new home, you’re often so excited to get your new home unpacked and looking good that you neglect to give your old place a good clean. And yeah, the landlord will notice. While your friends unpack at their new place, offer to clean the old one. It may take some time and some sweat, but it’s one less HUGE thing that your moving friends need to worry about. Major friendship points to be earned here.

 

5. Give a practical gift

 

Give your friends a moving gift they’ll actually use in their new place.  Keep it simple like a can opener or a pizza cutter.

 

So are you ready to win the friend of the year award? We think you’re well on your way if you do any of these five things for your friends who are moving into a new pad. And the best part? No back ache!

From all of us at the  Move Cheap® Cincinnati Movers, we hope your move is a Great One!

Moving Tip of the Week: Scheduling Your Movers

The official moving season of 2013 is here, and it's important to know when to schedule your Move Cheap® Cincinnati Movers.  Through the peak moving season,(May through September) it is important to schedule your movers with as much advanced notice as you can give to guarantee a reservation.

If your planning to move within the first 7 days or last 7 days of the month, Move Cheap® recommends making those reservations as quickly as possible, and in some cases, as far as a month in advance!  Those dates are always the most widely requested from our customers, and most apartment leases end within those first and last 7 days, leading to a  higher volume of moving requests.  

Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays are the next quickest dates to book up, and are popular moving dates for families with children, or those who have a Monday through Friday work schedule.  We recommend 3 weeks notice if you're looking at a weekend move.

For all other dates throughout the peak moving season, our Cincinnati movers recommend scheduling your moving services no later than two weeks out.  That's not to say those dates won't be available if you request a moving reservation, but we can not guarantee availability or specific times if you don't.

It's also important to schedule your rental moving truck or mobile storage unit as soon as possible.  Whether it's U-Haul, Penske, Budget, ABF, PODS, PACKRAT, or UNITS, scheduling ahead of time will lead to a smother move on your moving day.

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