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Free recycling ideas

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Upon cleaning your residence in preparation for moving day you may find that you have at least one, if not several items in your residence that you may be done using and would like to dispose of. But wait! Don’t just throw them away! Recycle them! Items such as old tv’s, ink cartridges, vcr’s, DVD players, old computers etc. Most of the manufacturers of the items have set up recycling programs that are FREE! You will simply need to contact the manufacturer of your product and they will advise you how to get your item to them to be recycled. Most stores that sell these electronics such as Best Buy, HH Gregg, Wal Mart and Target usually also have programs in place for recycling old electronics.

Changing Mailing Address

Changing address is one of the most important things when relocating. Visit USPS website and navigate to the “change of address” section to update your mailing address.

Some last minute to dos moving to a foreign country

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You have a job in your new destination and handled all the paperwork that comes with moving to another country? Well done! But you still need to keep some final steps in mind, such as health check-ups and financial issues. Our guide helps you with the final preparations for moving to another country. Your to-do list for moving to another country is probably rather intimidating, but do not fear, you are on the right track. If you have taken care of everything mentioned in the article on how to Prepare Your Move, you are already halfway there. Now you are ready to put on the final touches for your move to another country!

Health Check

Before embarking on your expat adventure abroad, it is important to make sure that both you and your family are healthy. Now is the time to make appointments for a comprehensive medical check-up with your family doctor, dentist, and (if you have kids) pediatrician. If you require any complicated treatment or expensive prescriptions, such as minor surgery or new contact lenses, get them now instead of waiting for a medical emergency after your move. Your doctor should also counsel you on necessary vaccinations and travel health, especially in tropical climates. If you need prescription drugs for chronic ailments, you should get them before moving to another country. Depending how long your supply will last, you should also try to find out if your prescription medicine is hard to come by or particularly expensive in your host country and stock up if possible.

Banking and Insurance

Contact your bank and figure out if you have access to your savings while you are abroad. Make sure your credit cards are valid, and find out whether there are any outstanding debts or mortgages you have to pay off before leaving. Knowing whether your bank will handle any regular payments for you after moving to another country is also an advantage. Does your bank offer services in your host country? If not, you should probably open a new account at a bank that does. Try to make sure that you have sufficient funds for settling in and to support yourself in case of an emergency. Speaking of emergencies, you will need insurance abroad, but not all your policies may be transferable. Contact your insurance company before moving to another country, and see if your health insurance plans will still be valid abroad. Your insurance provider should also be able to offer you qualified advice on any additional policies you might need, such as for example, travel or risk insurance. If you want to learn more about international insurance and expat finance, take a look at our finance guide and our insurance guide.

Utilities, Phone, and Internet Cancellation

Before packing your bags and moving to another country, do not forget to contact your utilities companies and cancel your contracts for electricity, water, gas, etc. If you have already sold our rented out you house or apartment, it might be enough to inform the company of the new tenant. They will then change the contract accordingly. Remember to get in touch with your phone company and your internet service provider as well before moving to another country. Even if your contract with them has not ended yet, you might be able to cancel it on the grounds of your leaving the country. You should in any case find out if this is possible to avoid unnecessary costs. In all of these cases, you may receive a final bill that you need to pay, either before your move or from abroad.

Make a Cross-Country Move Feel Like Moving Across Town

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The reasons for moving across the country vary as much as the people who do it. Whatever your reason, there’s usually a lot of stuff that needs to make the journey with you. Moving long distance can be logistically daunting. We’ve rounded up some tips to help you haul your goods from Point A to Point B.

Ditch as Much as Possible

Will those shelves survive the journey? Do you really need clothes you haven’t worn in three years? A long move can be a good reason to finally clear out all the clutter you’ve accumulated. Be picky, more than you would for a local move. Plus, what works in your current home may not fit or look right in your new place. If you have the time and patience, hold a garage sale to sell all the items you don’t need, or post them on the internet. Save the cash you earn for buying new furnishings for your new place.

Inventory What’s Left

Staying organized wards off so many potential headaches. You’ll have a better idea of how many boxes to get, what size you’ll need (for moving yourself, or for hiring movers), and you’ll be able to easily pinpoint anything missing when you unpack at your destination.

Pack Tightly

Movers and shippers charge by box, not weight. So it behooves you to put as many items as possible in one container. You’ll still need to be careful with your valuables, of course.

Have Fun

Try to build in some extra time and pick a route that includes a few places you’ve always wanted to see, or revisit. If you’re driving, state and national parks are good options for scenery and the chance to stretch your legs. If you’re flying, see if you can snag a long layover and treat yourself to some time in a new city.

Give It Time

You took your inventory, set your budget, packed your goods, and planned a route. However pets, children, the weather, and roadwork if you’re driving, or flight delays if you’re flying, are just a few of the things that could hamper your plans. The longer the distance and the more parts to your move, the more opportunity for delays. Build in plenty of extra time, and some extra cash, so bumps along the way don’t derail you.

Bonus

If everything goes smoothly, you’ll have extra time to relax and unpack at your destination, and maybe pamper yourself a little. You deserve it. Long-distance moves are tough.

Office Moving Denver

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The key to successfully completing an office move is organization, and at Metro Moving & Storage, we excel at that, and more. Our company starts with a pre-move survey, to assess your moving needs. Based on this survey we determine the best way to complete your office move. All moves are planned and coordinated ahead of time with our Move Manager, to provide your company with ease of transition, and minimum interruption from the work you need to accomplish. With our years of service to the Denver Metro area, Metro Moving & Storage has the experience and expertise to service your company’s needs. Metro Moving & Storage specializes in the following moves:
  • Office Moves
  • Corporate Relocations
  • Electronic Equipment
  • Local Exhibits and Displays
  • Drop-off / Pickup of Individual Items

Overseas Moving Denver

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Metro Moving & Storage is a full service, international moving company. Wherever you need to ship your household goods in the world, we can get them there for you. We will handle all your transportation arrangements, such as: booking, packing, pickup, shipping, and delivery. A coordinator is assigned to each shipment to track it’s status from pickup to delivery. You can also contact us anytime if you want to check the status of a shipment.

International Services Offered:

  • Small air shipments less than 500 lbs. and up to 1000 lbs.
  • Special custom packing
  • Custom crating for fragile items
  • Detailed inventory of your household goods
  • Assistance with clearing customs
  • Residence to residence shipping of your household goods

Moving Resources

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Careful packing is one of the most important tasks in the moving process. How your household memories are wrapped, cartoned and protected prior to transit can mean the difference between a pleasant moving experience and disappointment on move-in day. Professionally trained packers work with ease and efficiency. They go from room to room, and select the proper carton and cushioning materials for each item. Crystal, glassware and dishes, for example, easily fit into custom dish pack cartons. Each item is individually wrapped with clean newsprint before being placed within the protective walls of our corrugated cartons. A team of packers can complete the job in far less time than you might think — because they pack household memories daily. When customers choose to pack for themselves, we want to provide as much assistance as possible. We can offer you our full complement of cartons, plus our range of cushioning materials and tape. You might elect to have us pack the more delicate, fragile or hard-to-pack items — such as paintings, antiques, clocks, collectibles, lamps and glassware. Whatever you decide, we both want to make sure all household memories are carefully protected during this important phase of your move.

Storage Denver

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Running out of room? Metro Moving & Storage can store it for you! We use containerized storage vaults to keep your items secure and dry. We specialize in household, and office storage. Whether your family or company needs storage for a few weeks or several years, we have the proper facility and staff to properly protect all of your belongings. With our secure warehouse and experienced staff, you can securely store your household goods and office furniture with the peace of mind.

Metro Moving & Storage offers the following storage services:

  • Vault storage
  • Secure trailer storage available
  • Secure file/document storage
  • Office storage
Metro Moving & Storage is a member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating, a member of the American Moving and Storage Association, and a member of Pro Mover. So, you know we’re a company you can trust.

Denver Moving and Storage, Local and Long Distance

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We move local, long distance, overseas, office. We have Storage facilities for your convenience. Check out our resources web page for your helpful information and hints on moving whether you’re doing the packing or we are. Metro Moving & Storage is a locally owned company since 1969. We offer services within the Denver metro area, within the state of Colorado, or out of state.

Denver Local & Long Distance Full Service Movers

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Today’s moving needs are not just about the move from one place to another. Many times it includes storage. We at Metro Moving also supply you with the option of move and storage with one company. No need to waste time searching for a safe and convenient storage unit with their security in question and others factors to be concerned about. We take care of it all. We move local, out of state, and offices, overseas too. Locally owned company since 1969. We believe in doing the job the right way, at Metro Moving & Storage. Based on the pre-move survey, it’s our desire to meet your moving expectations with experienced and professional movers.

Denver Versatile Moving Company

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Moving Services We Offer
  • Local household & office moving within the Denver metro area. Within state the state of Colorado.
  • Out of state.
  • Packing of goods.
  • Crating very fragile goods.
  • Warehouse storage.
  • Protecting Your Possessions.
  • We offer full packing and partial packing of your household goods.
  • We pad wrap ALL of your furniture in quilt furniture pads.
  • We place all your furniture and boxes in their correct location at your new residence.
  • We use experienced packers, movers, and drivers to transport all your possessions.