Moving Tips

Our packing crews are all experienced and thoroughly trained in packing household goods while using cartons specifically designed to provide maximum protection.

Moving is often synonymous with summer – the kids are off school, which allows for more flexibility in your schedule, and the housing market is busier. But there are times when a move during the heart of winter is necessary. Moving at this time of year can have its benefits.

There is no single identifiable aspect of our daily activity that has more of a bearing on the success or failure of our business than safety. Every time a driver gets behind the wheel, he or she is at risk. Truck drivers are in the top 5 most dangerous careers

Packing up your dishes is one thing; packing up your food is another thing entirely. There is a lot to think about as your move day approaches but making a list of everything you have in your fridge, freezer and pantry will help you plan meals and use up your

Storage can be an important part of the moving process. Jay’s Transportation Group Ltd. offers clean, palletized storage in government-approved and fully insured warehouses at each of our locations. The charges for storage are based on the actual weight of the household furniture and personal effects to be stored. There

Several months ago, we posted a blog entitled What to Pack Last. Today’s post is the corollary. You’ve decided to start the daunting task of packing and you’re standing in your house wondering where to begin. Here are a few suggestions to get you started… Storage Items. Your belongings in

When our customers are planning a move, we are often asked, “What about my plants?”. We suggest moving your plants yourself. A couple of days before your move, water your plants normally, taking care not to over water. Pack your plants the night before or the morning of the move.

Many people are looking for ways to have less and do more, to downsize, declutter, and simplify both their living spaces and their finances. Millennials and seniors alike are moving into apartments, micro homes, condos, and other smaller dwellings. Jay’s movers have helped numerous families downsize to gain more freedom,

Peak season is here! It goes without saying that summer is the busiest season for moving to a new house. As much as 70 % of the moves that are made throughout the year occur from May to September. You can appreciate how quickly our schedules fill up with stats

Packing up your dishes and linens is pretty straight forward. One room in your house that may not feel so easy to tackle? Your home office! We’ve said it before, and we will say it again – start by purging! Have a scanner and shredder nearby and go through your