How Long Will Packing Take?

Typically, most households can be packed within a day or less.

What Does the Packing Service Include?

Packing services include a team of professional movers who have been approved, scored, and reviewed by the Moving of America Moving staff. They will properly pack your items into boxes and ensure your belongings are securely loaded and padded for safe delivery to your new destination

What If I Haven’t Finished Packing By My Scheduled Moving Day?

If your packing is not finished as your scheduled moving day approaches, then don’t hesitate to contact the project manager assigned to your move. We will promptly send our white glove movers who will assist you with packing all your remaining belongings swiftly, minimizing any delay to your move.

How And When Do I Pay For My Move?

Moving of America accepts Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. Typically, movers require a partial or total payment before your move-in day. At Moving of America, we charge 100% of the total balance prior to the delivery of your items. The costs of packing supplies are non-refundable. For additional information, please see our Payment Policy.

I Have a Lot of Stuff. How Much Truck Space Will I Need?

When you speak with one of our professional Moving Advisors, they’ll conduct a thorough inventory of your residence and ask several questions about items such as that pool table and the pile of antiques stacked against the wall in the basement! The space required on the truck will depend on the items you plan to take, and pricing will be calculated accordingly.

How Many People Will Help Me Move?

Crew sizes vary depending on the items listed in your inventory. For example, pianos, fridges, armoires, safes, and other large items may require more muscle, leading to a larger crew.

What Does the Loading and Unloading Services Include?

Loading services involve properly padding furniture and loading the items into the moving truck at the origin location, as well as disassembling basic items (such as beds, dressers, and mirrors, etc.) and wrapping furniture. Unloading services involve removing all items from the truck at your destination and placing them in the appropriate rooms or areas per your instruction, as well as reassembling standard furniture (i.e. beds, dresser mirrors, etc.).

What Size Are Your Trucks?

Our trucks are fully owned and operated exclusively by us. They measure approximately 53 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 9 feet tall. While they can make it down most streets, please inform your Moving Consultant if a truck this size may have difficulty accessing your home. Based on the needs of our customers, we may also utilize a 26’ truck or portable storage container.

Can The Movers Arrange my Furniture according to My Preference in My New Home?

Absolutely yes! Once the transportation is complete, our expert residential movers will coordinate with you to carefully unpack and arrange all your belongings in your new space to your satisfaction.

What is My Protection Coverage?

Protection Coverage covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement for any items damaged while under the care of Moving of America. More information is available in our Protection Policy.

What About Lost or Damaged Goods? Are They Covered Too?

Your household goods are covered for the entire time they are under the care of Moving of America’s professional movers. Choose from two coverage levels to find the option that best suits your budget and coverage requirements.

How Far in Advance Do I Need to Schedule My Move?

Moving Of America strives to be as accommodating as possible with timing. Short notice moves are certainly possible, but can’t be guaranteed. We suggest you book your moves as early as possible, especially if you’re moving in the summer—the busiest time of year for relocation. We recommend scheduling your move seven or more days in advance to ensure the best available service.

What If My Move Dates are Specific?

When you decide on a move date, Moving of America Moving guarantees to pick up on that day. If you require a guaranteed delivery date, you need to inform your Moving Advisor. Depending on the size of the shipment, there may be an additional charge for a guaranteed delivery date. We guarantee delivery anywhere in the contiguous US within fifteen business days.

Can I Schedule A Move on a Sunday?

Yes. We offer professional moving services seven days a week, excluding major holidays.

My Move Date Changed! What Do I Do?

Don’t panic! If your moving date changes, simply contact your dedicated Moving Advisor. They’ll handle scheduling your new date. Please review our Rescheduling and Cancellation Policies for more details.

When Is the Best Time to Move?

While our movers are up to the task any time you hire us, the ideal period for moving is usually during the months when the weather is mild, i.e., during the Spring and Fall seasons.

Is It Possible to Move During Uncertain Weather?

It is possible to carry out moves in any weather. However, unless the move is necessitated by an emergency, it is not recommended by us to move during stormy or rainy weather. Our first priority is to keep our crew and your belongings safe and secure. If there is any risk, we will promptly inform you of any change in plans

What Types of Materials Are Used for Packing?

Our crews use high-quality industry-standard packing materials. To protect and cushion a customer’s items, our loading service will ensure that items are wrapped with professionally woven moving blankets. We do not use paper pads, which often tear or rip during transport.

What Happens If I Use More Or Less Space Than Estimated?

Our inventory process is designed to accurately determine your space needs before the move. If the inventory you provide is accurate, there won’t be any additional charges for extra space. However, if there are more items than initially listed, resulting in the use of additional space, your moving cost may be adjusted accordingly. This adjustment would be based on the original per-foot rate to account for the extra footage used. To prevent any surprises, please ensure your inventory is as accurate as possible during the booking process. In the event that you decide to leave items behind, you have the flexibility to adjust your inventory up to 5 days prior to your move to guarantee accuracy. Following any updates, your dedicated moving advisor will provide an updated price based on your updated inventory. If you end up using less space than initially estimated and do not notify us beforehand, there will be no changes to your costs on moving day.

What Causes My Estimated Costs to Change?

Provided we have an accurate inventory and you do not make any changes to the move dates, your estimated costs should not change. In the event of unforeseen “Additional Services” (such as multiple flights of stairs or a “long carry” when the truck cannot get close to your home), these charges would be added to your total move price. The aim of our phone inventory process is to identify and account for any potential Additional Services, thereby ensuring they are included in your total upfront price. This way, there won’t be any surprises. This is all outlined in your Order for Service Agreement.

Who Should I Contact with Questions During the Move?

Your dedicated Moving Consultant is always here to help you. Just give them a call at 201.862.8000. You can also email us info@MovingofAmerica.com. We’re excited to have your business!

Home-improvement for seniors before moving in

Saying “yes” to a nursing home is a troublesome matter for many. Of course, you don’t want to be a burden to anyone. Deciding on a nursing home instead of staying put could be a solution; but, is it worth it? Is it something worth considering from a financial perspective? On the other hand, home is home, it’s not something to be easily replaced. Having your own house and managing every day things around it does help with feeling competent and not that senior-ish. Remodeling your home can and will cost you thousands and thousands of dollars, but it pays off in the long run, as just a basic unit in an assisted living facility goes around $43.000 per year. That home-improvement for seniors plan sounds a bit more appealing and plausible, doesn’t it?

Home improvement starts from the outside

Choosing the right neighborhood for your new home could be a decent start for being safe. Think about introducing a wheelchair ramp to your new home. Even if you’re still perfectly functional without having wheelchair assistance to get about, it does alleviate the whole climbing the stairs conundrum. There’s simply no need to get that sweat and arthritis going in order to enter your new home. Place a ramp, be a smooth operator. You will not regret it. The cost for a standard disability ramp ranges from $1500-2000, roughly.

Not all ramps are for sports, but it doesn’t mean they can’t be fun and useful!

Elevator

There are many things to put on your moving checklist. Elevators sound heavenly, no matter your age. Nobody likes climbing the stairs. There’s always a downside though. And it’s almost always financial. Strictly financial. We can’t help but love them, but in order to possess one of these beauties and make your life sugary sweet, you will need to set aside at least $20,000. And that’s really the bare minimum. It could easily be $30.000, even more, depending on your needs.

Stairlifts as an alternative for home-improvement for seniors

Well, a girl can dream of elevators. It’s not a crime! Is there an affordable alternative? Well, surely. Chair lifts are somewhat cheaper, but they are no bargain. The price range can vary; going from $3.000 to $10.000 and more, especially if you have funky corners and angles on your staircase. The more custom your stair lift gets, the more expensive it will be! Also, bear in mind, they do charge the installation separately (around $500 extra for labor)

It might not be a ski lift, but it gets you where you need to go. You can leave the ride to your imagination!

Open Sesame

Getting your local movers NJ to help you will get you through your front door, but they can only do so much. Knowing magical phrases would be beneficial if they could save us some money. Unfortunately, they can’t. Widening your door frame does not come cheap. Anything narrower than 32 inches needs widening for wheelchair and alike. Replacing door frames, potentially re-positioning light switches, adding insulation to the mix – don’t be surprised if you pay more than $500 per doorway!

Slip-resistant everything

There’s really no need to elaborate on this. If there is a must when it comes to home-improvement for seniors, this one is IT. As we get older, our bodies become fragile, not at all agile. The last thing you would want is to get hip replacement surgery just for trying to get to your kettle in time. Tea should not be the death of any of us. That’s why we need linoleum and vinyl, our good friends. They provide good traction, but they are also more absorbent when you fall. They go for around $3-4 per square foot. If you feel like really going at it, try cork or bamboo floors, they’re a bit more expensive, but also kind of prettier to look at. If replacing your floors is out of the question for now, at least try to get any damaged areas done before moving in.

Grab bars will keep things safe

Installing grab bars in your bathroom, next to the toilet, in your bathtub and stalls is the way to go about your hygiene without potentially hurting yourself. And, the good news is – it’s actually really cheap! They can be purchased for around $20 each. So, you can actually go really wild with these neat accessories throughout your home. Just make it look classy and you’re good.

In-home monitoring

Is this really a home-improvement for seniors tip? Well, depends. It will surely bruise your pride a bit and make you feel like a baby. But, does it make you safe? Supposedly. Smart homes are offering “senior monitoring”, so your children/partner/friend can actually monitor your movement 24/7, as the sensors will be placed throughout the house. Is it a smart investment? It’s really a matter of preference. Some enjoy their privacy, even if means falling down the flight of stairs and waiting for the morning with a broken leg. It doesn’t actually keep you safe, but the 911 will get there sooner.

Being tech savvy is always a plus, but do think it through before saying yes to in-home monitoring.

What else?

De-clutter before your moving date. You don’t need to take everything with you. Try visiting storage facilities NJ and consider renting a unit for things you hold dear, but don’t really have the room for at your new home. Things to consider implementing:

lever-style doorknobs – forget the round traditional ones, as it’s much harder to make the required hand motion due to arthritis and other diseases. lever-style knobs are easier to handle and the cost is $10-20
consider remote controlled blinds – they aren’t cheap ($300-600 per blind), but it alleviates getting around your house and by not risking any injuries
walk-in bathtub – worth considering if you’re having trouble getting in and out of a bathtub. average cost $2.500-10.000
think kitchen countertops – just by adjusting the height by a few inches, you get a wheelchair accessible kitchen and more delicious food on your table

There are many ways to make home-improvement for seniors more efficient and affordable. Be sure to check whether you’re eligible for government-based programs. After checking it, you can continue with your initial plan of adjusting your home to fit your needs and desires.