January 31, 2011

Virginia SMARTBOX Franchises

Filed under: Franchise Locations — SMARTBOX @ 5:12 pm

Virginia is a state rich in history, from historic Williamsburg and Jamestown to the Blue Ridge mountains of Charlottesville, the home of Thomas Jefferson. From Richmond, the state capital, up Interstate 95 to Northern Virginia, near our nation’s capital, Virginia is a great place to live. SMARTBOX has numerous franchises throughout the state to serve your moving and storage needs.

Below are listed the franchises locates within the state of Virginia. Click here to view the list of SMARTBOX franchises nationwide. Call us at 1-87 SMARTBOX or 1-877-627-8269

SMARTBOX of Northern Virginia – full service portable storage and moving to both Northern Virginia and the Fredericksburg area.

SMARTBOX of Newport News – full service portable storage and moving to the Peninsula region of Hampton Roads.

SMARTBOX of Richmond – full service portable storage and moving to the metropolitan Richmond area.

SMARTBOX of Tidewater – full service portable storage and moving to the seven cities of Hampton Roads.

SMARTBOX of Virginia Beach – full service portable storage and moving to the beach and the Hampton Roads area.

January 28, 2011

The Right Stuff


Part of undertaking a big move, requires organization, planning, and having the “right stuff”. But what exactly is the right stuff? The right moving company and the right supplies. SMARTBOX is the expert in moving and storage, providing you with the moving containers to safely and securely move your belongings across the street or across the country. In addition to portable moving containers, we offer moving supplies to help you in every stage of your move.

Here is a basic list of supplies needed to pack up your home:

Boxes – You will need a lot of boxes in all different sizes. Don’t underestimate how many boxes it takes to pack up a house!

Packing Tape – Packing tape is specially designed to stick to cardboard even in damp conditions.

Bubble Wrap – If its worth wrapping, it’s worth wrapping properly. Don’t take any chances, wrap your breakables in bubble wrap.

Markers – Thick markers are the best. You should be able to easily see what’s written on the boxes.

Wardrobe boxes – These will save you so much time packing and unpacking. Don’t forget these!

Mattress bags – This may sound like something you don’t really need, but it will keep your mattress and box springs from getting damp and dirty.

SMARTBOX has the right stuff. Contact us about your moving and storage needs. We offer an extensive line of packing supplies to help you organize your move.

January 26, 2011

Make Your Home More Sellable


There are so many houses on the market today, how do you make your home more sellable? If you are working on a tight budget and don’t have money for major renovations, there are still some things you can do to make your home more appealing to buyers.

Remove the clutter – This is the single most important thing you can do to make your home sellable. Get rid of the excess stuff from your closets and your rooms. Rent a portable storage unit from SMARTBOX. Pack up old memorabilia, move out furniture from cluttered rooms. Using temporary storage is the perfect solution. We will store your excess belongings at our secure, climate controlled facility until you sell your home and then we will deliver it to your new home when you are ready. How easy is that?

Organize everything – Organize your closets, pantry and garage. Install closet organization systems if you have the money. Home buyers love to envision living in an organized home.

Wash the windows, both interior and exterior – Washing your windows will increase light into your home and make your rooms seem brighter and bigger. If you are not repainting the interior, then wash all the walls and trim.

Spruce up the yard – Buyers will see the gardens and yard first; making your front entrance attractive should be a priority. Mulch the flower beds and trim the shrubbery. Add potted plants or flowers to the front entrance. Keep the grass cut.

Sell your home the SMART way – use SMARTBOX for your temporary storage needs.

January 24, 2011

SMART Questions

Filed under: Long Distance Moving, Mobile Storage, Temporary Storage — SMARTBOX @ 2:26 pm

Our customers ask some SMART questions when it comes to SMARTBOX and how our portable moving and storage company operates. Here are just a few of the most often asked questions and, of course, our answers:

How many SMARTBOX containers will I need to move?

SMARTBOX portable storage containers are built to hold up to 1 1⁄2 rooms of furniture and other personal belongings. Use the “Moving Calculator” to determine how many boxes you will need to order or call us at 1-87-SMARTBOX and we will be happy to personally assist you.

Will a SMARTBOX container hold my large household items?

Absolutely! Our portable storage containers are 8′ deep by 7′ tall by 5′ wide. That makes them large enough for almost any household item you have including most sofas, entertainment centers, refrigerators, washers, dryers, dressers, and beds. Each SMARTBOX unit holds up to 2,000 lbs. and is designed for easy loading.

How much will it cost to move with SMARTBOX?

It’s easy to determine your cost: click here and type your zip code in the Get A Moving and Storage Quote box. That’s it, your price per SMARTBOX mobile storage container and delivery fee for local use will appear. The cost is typically lower than the price of renting a truck and a self-storage unit, plus there are no hidden costs with SMARTBOX.

January 21, 2011

Your 2011 Business Plan – Opening Your Own Franchise

Filed under: Franchise Opportunities — SMARTBOX @ 12:41 pm

Have you always wanted to be a business owner? Did you make a decision to take charge of your life in the new year? Opening a SMARTBOX franchise is a great way to be in charge but still have all the support you need to succeed. A franchise partnership can only be successful if both partners work together. At SMARTBOX, we provide you with the comprehensive tools you will need to build a solid business the SMART way.

Our franchise start-up services will help you through all the different phases of establishing and running your business. Our support includes help with site selection, systems support, training materials, and equipment acquisition. We offer comprehensive training that includes materials for on-site training in an actual SMARTBOX location, initial support and training at your franchise site prior to opening. Once your business is open, we provide ongoing support for all aspects of your business:

Franchisee support center
Exclusive marketing program
Collective buying power
Continuous comprehensive training, research and development
Preferred Partner Program
SMARTZONE communications tool
Contents protection insurance
Online purchasing and ordering systems
National customer order center
Protected territories

January 17, 2011

Is Temporary Storage For You?

Filed under: Portable Storage Information, Temporary Storage — SMARTBOX @ 10:55 pm

Have you committed to living a clutter free life in the new year? Did you make a new year’s resolution to get organized and simplify your life? Let SMARTBOX help you accomplish your plan with our temporary portable storage.

Maybe you have some extra furniture and boxes of memorabilia that just keeps getting in your way, but you are not quite ready to part with it. Maybe you want to clear out your garage so you can park your car in it this winter. It sounds like temporary storage is the perfect solution for you. Call SMARTBOX and we will deliver a portable storage container to your home. Take your time filling it up and then give us a call. We can store it for you at our secure climate-controlled facility. No need to worry, your belongings will be safe with us.

Out of the way, but not forgotten, call us when you are ready to have your items back and we will deliver your SMARTBOX back to your front door.

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