Is convenience at the top of your list when it comes to planning a move? We know you are busy and don’t have time to track down movers, negotiate costs, find supplies and worry about all the details. Relax – you can move the SMART way. At SMARTBOX, we offer convenient moving and storage solutions at one of the best values in the industry. We make it easy for you whether you are making a long distance move or just moving across town.

You can monitor your moving expenses – Call and talk to our moving specialists or get a quick quote on-line. With SMARTBOX, there are no hidden fees.

Order your moving supplies from SMARTBOX – order your moving supplies from our website and they will arrive when you are ready for them.

Organize your move to suit your schedule – Move at your pace at your convenience. We will deliver your moving containers when you are ready. Keep them as long as you need to, then we will pick them up when you are ready.

Convenient temperature controlled storage facilities – Do you need us to store your belongings for a while? It’s not a problem. We will store your containers on-site in our temperature controlled facilities where your belongings are kept safe and secure for as long as you need.

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.

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.

We just recently talked about how to safely move your washer and dryer, but wait a minute, we are not finished with the laundry room yet. Do you have a closet that opens up with a washer and dryer and a shelf for cleaning supplies? Or do you have a big room that serves as laundry room, pantry, sewing room, gift wrapping center, and maybe even your office? At SMARTBOX, we have a few tips to make moving this room of assorted purposes just a bit easier.

Box up all of your cleaning solutions together. Do not put these in your SMARTBOX. It is best to transport your household cleaning solutions in your car when you move. Next start organizing your room by subject matter: all kitchen items together, all gift wrapping supplies in a box, all craft supplies in another box.

I have found from personal experience that when you move from one house to another, in many cases, these items get dispersed a little differently. Maybe your kitchen has a huge walk in pantry and you no longer need to store extra kitchen equipment in the laundry room. Did you get the real office of your dreams in your new home? Yes, those items will go to a different room too.

Packing up the laundry room will probably take just a little extra organization on the packing side, but if you take the time to organize and pack it by its different functions, it will make it so much easier when you move into your new home.

SMART moving tips from SMARTBOX.

Moving appliances is certainly not the fun part of moving, but with a little know-how and the right equipment it can easily be mastered. Here are a few tips from SMARTBOX to help you safely move your washer and dryer:

Step One: Rent or borrow an appliance dolly or a hand truck. This will make this task easier and safer.

Step Two: Moving Your Washer:

1.  Make sure you turn off the water leading into the washing machine.

2.  In order to release pressure from the hoses, turn the warm water on in the washer for 30 seconds. You will need to let the water drain and then turn it off.

3.  At this time, unhook the hoses from the back of the washer. Store them inside the washing machine.

4. Unplug the washer from the outlet and disconnect the drain hose from the wall pipe. Using tape, secure both of these to the back.

5.  This step will take two people. Being very careful, slide the washer onto the dolly. For extra support, secure the appliance to the dolly frame with a bungee cord.

Step Three: Moving Your Dryer

1. Remove the metallic vent hose from the back of the dryer. Store the hose inside the dryer. This is the best way to have everything together when you need to hook it back up in your new home.

2. If you have an electric dryer, unplug it, and secure the cord to the back of the unit with tape. If you have a gas dryer, then turn off the gas first, then secure your cords to the back with tape.

3. This step will take two people. Carefully slide the dryer onto the appliance dolly and, again, secure it with a bungee cord.

Did you land the job of your dreams? Are you moving to where it is warm and sunny? Did you just buy your first home? Whatever the reason, wherever you are going, SMARTBOX will get you there.

If you are embarking on a new journey or the next phase of your life and you are making a long distance move, you need the support and reliability of a great moving company. At SMARTBOX, we offer specialized long distance moving services for all moves greater than 50 miles. Work closely with a SMARTBOX long distance moving specialist and get your long distance moving quote. Don’t worry about the costs changing – you will know exactly what your moving costs will be before you even start to pack.

Because moving long distance is one of life’s most stressful events, we will provide you with a single point of contact to answer all of your questions and help you through every phase of your long distance move.

Call SMARTBOX whenever you are ready and we will deliver your moving and storage containers right to your door with all of your packing materials. When the time is right for you, we will pick up your mobile storage containers and safely transport them to your destination. Don’t worry, if your move requires temporary storage of your belongings, we will store them in our state-of-the-art, temperature controlled, secure warehouse until it is time to bring them to your new home.