Moving from one part of the country or even from one city to another is difficult enough without being hit with sticker-shock once you reach your new destination. However, this is exactly what happens to people who do not have a realistic idea of how much their move will ultimately cost. And this kind of …
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One of the most difficult parts of any move is the act of leaving our close friends. Sure Facebook and Skype can close the distance digitally, but it is still a difficult transition to make. However, one should view relocating to another state or even town as an opportunity to make new friends and broaden …
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Wood-based furnishings are among the most fragile items that are placed in storage. After all, wood is susceptible to scratches, cracks, warping, rotting and just plain age. For this reason, special care should be taken to help ensure that your wood-based items are protected until you need your furnishings again. We protect all your belongings …
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One of the most daunting parts to any move is deciding what to throw out and what to keep. You know you have to do it but let’s face it – many of us are packrats. We cling on to certain items simply because we are used to having them around. But getting rid of …
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Moving can be as exciting as it is stressful and as much fun as it is filled with hard work and concentration. Those factors are a part of every move. However, another thing that all moves share is that there is always the chance of both minor and major injury during the process. Of course, …
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We do not always have a choice as to when we are able to move. The holidays, for example, are often not the optimal time to relocate but because of the military, or job re-location, etc. this time of year is sometimes the only choice left to us. So, the trick to moving during the …
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“Fail to plan, plan to fail” – Winston Churchill As we’ve already stated on this blog, moving can be one of the most stressful events in life. The main reason for this is because of all the things there are to do and all the things there are that can go wrong. It isn’t just …
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They are some of the most treasured items we own and as it so happens some of the most fragile as well. Stemware, glassyou finally unpack your glassware items in your new locale? You adopt the philosophy that when it comes to packing these items you can never be too careful. Here are some suggestions …
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Moving is one of the most relatable events in life. For that reason there have been many movies that depict the frustration, humor and nostalgia associated with this life event. While Russell’s Moving and Storage works to prevent your move from being as dramatic as those depicted on the silver screen, we are a Pasadena …
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At Russells Moving and Storage, we pride ourselves on making what is normally a difficult task easier on you. We have been in the business for years and are accustomed to moves of all sizes. But when it gets right down to it the task of moving can be challenging because certain items are more …
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