SMARTBOX Chicago donated eight SMARTBOX storage containers to assist in the storage of donated goods to the organization WINGS, Women in Need Growing Stronger. WINGS Palatine Resale Store suffered a debilitating fire earlier this year and SMARTBOX offered its storage facilities to store donated goods until the store could get back on its feet. SMARTBOX Chicago just recently delivered their storage units filled with decorations and holiday items which will be sold to raise money to help domestic violence victims, homeless women and their children.

Greg Kaufman, President of SMARTBOX Chicago, contacted WINGS and offered their support to the organization. “At SMARTBOX, we see the importance and value in giving back to our community. We’re so glad we could help,” said Kaufman. SMARTBOX is currently Chicagoland’s largest provider of eight-foot portable storage containers in Melrose Park, IL.

WINGS offers shelter, education, and support to homeless and abused women and children. For more information on WINGS and how you can help, please visit wingsprogram.com

It can be so frustrating when you are trying to get through to a company and talk to someone on the phone. Maybe you have some questions or maybe you just want to talk to a real person but you find yourself constantly cycling through their recorded voice system.   At SMARTBOX, we understand that moving is an often confusing and emotional time in your life. We are here ready to talk to you. We can answer your questions about long distance moving and we can fill you in on the details about temporary portable storage between moves. We can help you figure out how many containers you will need to move and we can set up delivery for your SMARTBOX units.

Our Support Center is available to take your toll free calls from 8 am to 10 pm (EST) seven days a week.

1.87.SMARTBOX
or
1.877.412.4689

We are here, and ready to work with you; give us a call. It’s the SMART thing to do.

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SMARTBOX – The smart way to plan a move.

You are about to move and need to start packing all of those boxes. What a great time to decide what you will keep and what you should get rid of. A moving sale is a great way to lighten your load and put a few bucks in your wallet. Remember, one person’s junk is another person’s treasure.

Here are a few tips from SMARTBOX for a successful moving sale:

1.Saturdays are usually the best day to have your sale; avoid holiday weekends.
2.Publicize your sale. Place an ad in the paper; pass out flyers; put up signs.
3.Put the price sticker in an easy-to-see location.
4.Start saving bags. Have tissue paper or newspaper on hand to wrap breakable items.
5.Keep all sets together. Store loose game pieces in a small bag and secure inside the box.
6.Display items together in groups such as sporting equipment and books. Hang clothing on a clothesline or rack for easy access.
7.Set up a cashier’s station with a cash box and plenty of change. Have on hand a calculator, scissors, tape, and markers.
8.When the sale is over, donate the remaining items.

There are many options for moving available on the market, but only one SMART way to move.  SMARTBOX provides consumers moving and storage solutions. Here’s a quick list of how we compare to other moving companies:

SMARTBOX vs. Truck Rental Companies:
SMARTBOX is a great alternative for customers who don’t want the hassle of renting and driving a truck or moving items up and down a ramp. Since 80% of Americans move themselves, SMARTBOX’s on-site delivery and pick-up is the perfect solution.

SMARTBOX vs. Conventional Long Distance Movers:
Hiring a moving company for your long distance moving is very expensive and usually the cost is unknown up front. SMARTBOX’s long-distance moving service offers a guaranteed, fixed price on all moves.

SMARTBOX vs. Traditional Self-Storage:
Self storage can be a real hassle; it’s almost like having to move twice! SMARTBOX can offer storage solutions to entire metropolitan areas from storage centers that are flexible and convenient. Pack up your items once and let us move and store them for you.

SMARTBOX vs. Other Portable Storage Providers:
Our modular box design and competitive pricing allows SMARTBOX to provide more flexible storage and moving needs compared to the competition. Our unique delivery system gives customers greater flexibility when placing Smartboxes on their property.

Here is a list of frequently asked questions that we get from our customers.
These may answer some questions you have as well:

How do I figure out how many SMARTBOX containers I will need to move?
Each SMARTBOX portable storage containers will hold up to 1 1⁄2 rooms of your furniture and belongings. Call us at 1-87-SMARTBOX and our experts will help you or go to our website and you can use our “Moving Calculator” to help you determine how many SMARTBOX containers you will need.

Will all my large household items fit into a SMARTBOX container?
Our portable storage containers are large enough for your sofas, refrigerator, entertainment centers, washer, dryer, freezer, dressers, and beds. Just about anything you have, we can move it! Each unit holds up to 2,000 lbs. and is designed for easy loading.

Where will you leave the SMARTBOX containers when you deliver them?
A SMARTBOX can go anywhere a car can go! Two SMARTBOX mobile storage containers will fit together in a standard parking space. If you have any questions about your personal situation, call us at 1-87-SMARTBOX.