Moving is a stressful and strenuous task. As local Phoenicians, we know that moving in our Valley of the Sun poses its own unique challenges. We want to let you know that no matter which one of the Scottsdale moving companies you choose, you should ‘go local.’ Choosing a local business has more far-reaching effects than simply nostalgia or loyalty to your community. The economic effects are huge.
There are many benefits to ‘going local.’ It has become such a movement that it even has its own economic terminology – ‘localization.’ When people refer to ‘going local’ in terms of the Phoenix metropolitan area, they mean within Maricopa County. You can choose to use local, home-grown companies for many facets of your business, from grocery stores to clothing shops and more. Scottsdale moving companies are just one example of a local choice you can make.
According to a study from Sonoma State University, the local economy is really what benefits from a localization strategy. There are tons of national moving companies to choose from when you make a move, and you may be tempted to use one if you have heard the name before, or because they are well-renowned. Well, here is some motivation to choose a local business. If you choose to make your move with local Scottsdale moving companies, you are providing jobs for local citizens; you are generating more business income and more tax revenue than a company that has their headquarters somewhere else. This extra money gets dumped back into our state and helps with so much from roads to schools.
Here are some other reasons to go local:
More of your hard-earned dollars get pumped back into the economy where you live
It shows pride in where you make your home
You have the power to help local businesses survive
You are encouraging capitalism and entrepreneurship which are at the heart of America
You can be a good example to friends and neighbors and inspire them to do the same
There are many ways you can choose to keep your shopping and your dollars within Maricopa County. Look for local restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, banks and more. There is nothing wrong with a chain supermarket or anything else, but choosing to shop and vend locally will help keep your local economy creative, keep them excited, and keep businesses thriving.
Scottsdale moving companies provide hundreds of jobs and pour hundreds of thousands in revenue right back into the economy. So the next time you make a big economic decision, such as who should handle my move, think local and choose Scottsdale moving companies for the task.
To be successful as an Arizona moving company, there are a few things you must be made of. It takes more than just big muscles to move a home or an office, although those help too. Arizonans give us movers some unique challenges that we have to get past to be successful.
Agility – How do you navigate those windy roads on Camelback Mountain? Do you take the turns quickly and stir up all of the dust and dirt? Or do you respect the land and take it easy?
Brains – What do you do when about to run over a tumbleweed? Or when you encounter an angry javelina? An Arizona moving company has to think quickly to get through any of these situations and many others that we encounter in the Wild West.
Brawn – Can you lift giant Mexican pottery such as bird baths, potted plants, ceramic benches and more? Living in a border state gives us access to great art from south of the border, but dang, that stuff is heavy!
Blood, Sweat and Tears – You know, when that cactus pokes you or the 115 degree sun makes you sweat so much you cry? Basically, an Arizona moving company has to have what it takes to survive all of the elements of your move. You never know what could happen in this desert environment, but we are tough enough to get through it.
Heart – Probably the most important part of our anatomy is how much we care. We love what we do, and we love making our customers happy, and most of all, we love having a good time while doing what we do. It’s not strange to see one of our movers doing a little dance-step or skipping (yes, skipping) to the next job. We make it fun, and that helps you with ease and comfort during your move.
Our busiest time for moving is in the summer, which is not surprising because people usually want to leave it to the pros during those awful 110-degree-plus months.
As native Arizonans as many of us are, the heat and elements don’t really bother us. Sand? No big deal. Dangerous wild animals behind your house on the mountain preserve? Doesn’t scare us. This Arizona moving company will brave whatever we need to and do what it takes to complete your move.
Moving is an exciting time and also one that is stress-free and makes families grow closer, right? Well, not exactly. Of course, when you move for the first time, there are definitely exciting things about it, whether it is moving for your first job, moving out to go to college or just to get your first place, but ultimately, moving is stressful and can be a hassle unless you follow our suggestions.
Get Help
Whether you decide to go with a professional moving company or you just rent a truck and do everything yourself, it is crucial to get help. From packing boxes to figuring out what you are going to bring with you, to the loading of the truck and moving on the big day, you are going to need help. Don’t try to go it completely alone.
Plan Ahead
Make sure you have the time before and after your move off of work. It is going to take you some time to get everything arranged before the move and set up after the move. If you are moving for a job, make sure you have everything you need to get started there. Drive through your new neighborhood in the day and night just to be sure of where you are going and plan your routes to and from work and/or school.
Get Rid of Stuff
If you think you are moving everything you own the first time you move, you are crazy. Think of this as a great time to clean out those closets and that garage. Have a yard sale, donate or sell other items, give people back things you have borrowed. The more stuff you try to move, the more supplies you will need and the more time it will take. Time is money in the moving business, so you don’t want to waste precious time moving things you are never going to use.
Prepare to Live on Your Own
Has mom always done your laundry? Or are you mom reading this realizing you have always done your kid’s laundry? If you are nodding ‘yes’ to either of these scenarios, then it is time to prepare for the new living situation. Learn how to do laundry, cook, clean and more. These all sound like simple things but if you don’t even know how to boil water then you are in for a rude awakening when you leave the nest.
Moving out for the first time is a huge deal, but make sure you follow our tips and have a seamless move and transition.
It’s moving day. What is your stress level? Through the roof or are you cool and calm? That depends on the level of effort you put into planning and preparing for your move. It is a known fact in the moving industry that the more planning that is done prior to the date of the move; the easier it is for you and everyone else on moving day. When you are moving furniture from Chandler to Phoenix then you should follow our tips from the pros.
1. Get the right materials
Not everyone can afford to pay for professional packing by a moving company, but there are ways to get a similar result on your own. If you are moving furniture from Chandler to Phoenix, it may not seem like a long distance, but a lot can happen to furniture in the truck and during the moving process.
Here are some items you will need to wrap and pack everything the best way:
Packing tape
Packing paper
Different colored markers/Sharpies
Scissors or a blade
Styrofoam and bubble wrap
Stretch or shrink wrap for cloth items like ottomans or sofas
Many sizes of cardboard boxes from small to large
2. Pack well
Using the equipment you purchased, you should be able to make moving furniture from Chandler to Phoenix super easy. Many people do not think to wrap sofas, mattresses, pillows and more in shrink wrap, but believe me, it’s essential. I once knew a friend who used a toy hauler to move furniture, which is essentially a huge trailer that holds ATVs and is towed behind a truck. They packed everything in boxes but didn’t wrap the mattress. As they unloaded and dragged that mattress down the ramp, they realized they were picking up a huge amount of grease on the mattress. Don’t make that mistake yourself and wrap EVERYTHING. Your furniture, floors and walls will thank you.
3. Tips for moving
When you are moving furniture from Chandler to Phoenix, your stuff won’t travel more than 20-40 miles, but it can seem like a lot farther if you get there and stuff is ruined. Make sure you mark ‘Fragile’ or ‘This Side Up’ on boxes to help guide the movers so they can take care of your belongings. Also make sure the most delicate items are placed on top of the load, not the bottom.
Following these tips when you are moving furniture from Chandler to Phoenix will make your move smooth and keep your belongings in pristine condition.
We thought it’d be fun to take you through from A to Z from the perspective of this AZ moving company!
It’s moving day. What is your stress level? Through the roof or are you cool and calm? That depends on the level of effort you put into planning and preparing for your move. It is a known fact in the moving industry that the more planning that is done prior to the date of the move; the easier it is for you and everyone else on moving day. When you are moving furniture from Chandler to Phoenix then you should follow our tips from the pros.
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