Tips for Relocating Your Home

If you are in the process of moving, things look really tough. We’ve all been there, and if you are getting ready to move, consider these tips that we have learned through trial and error.

Take care of yourself. Moves are emotionally and physically difficult, and you need to be in top condition. Eat well, drink plenty of water and get lots of sleep. If you take care of yourself, you are much less likely to snap or have a really bad moving day.

Gather boxes before you need them. You can ask for boxes from your local stores and groceries. They are often willing to give you boxes for free, and having boxes around allows you to get things packed much faster. (more…)

When you have made the decision to move your family from one home to another, there are probably a million things on your to-do list. Finding qualified movers to carefully and professionally handle your furniture and personal belongings may be at the top of that list. Luckily, Scarr Moving and Storage has over 45 years of moving experience. We are a family-owned business with locations in Salinas and Monterey, California. (more…)

Whether relocating to or from the Salinas area, there are a few steps you can take to ensure your move goes off without a hitch. Many homeowners and businesses alike will utilize the services of a professional moving company when relocating in the Salinas and Monterey area. Many may also have the need to rent temporary storage space in a self storage facility during their move. If you want your move to be less stressful consider these points fully.

First, consider the dates of your move or moves. It may be preferable to move from your current space into your new space all in one day. However, often the date you may need to vacate a current space by will not coincide perfectly with the date you are permitted to move into your new space on. When this happens, it often is necessary to rent a storage unit for a few days or weeks. After all, you have to store your furniture, appliances, equipment, and other effects somewhere during this period of time. (more…)