We are pleased to offer these moving tips to help you prepare for your move in a professional manner. When you properly prepare for your move, and when your goods are  properly packed, there is no reason to worry about their safe arrival at your destination.

Air Conditioners: Consult your authorized dealer or service man on your particular model. Some sealed units should be bolted down.

Canned Goods: Pack upright in small, sturdy cartons. Do not pack over 50 lbs. to each container (24 cans).

China: Wrap china and all fragile objects in paper individually. Large plates and heavy pieces should be placed on the bottom of the container; smaller plates, cups and saucers toward the top of the container. Plates and dishes should be placed in a vertical position with pads of paper in between (3" of paper on the bottom of the carton and 2" in between layers). Do not pack above container edge.

Clothing: For a normal charge, our men will move your clothing on hangers from the closets directly to wardrobes furnished by us (approx. 25 hangers). Your clothing will reach you clean and wrinkle free. For storage, clothing should be cleaned. Small clothing articles pack nicely in suitcases or boxes.

Drawers in Furniture: Articles such as blankets, cushions, pillows and clothing may be left in drawers. Do not pack heavy items in drawers. NEVER leave liquids, breakables or firearms in drawers.

Dryers/Washers: Check with your service man. Motors may need to be checked and secured. We can arrange this service for you or recommend a reliable service company.

Food: Dispose of food in open containers that might spill or spoil enroute. The carrier will not be liable for damage caused by food on other items. Perishable food should never be stored or shipped.

Freezers: These appliances must be completely defrosted one or two days prior to moving. They should be dried and aired to avoid musty odor. Safety of contents cannot be guaranteed so it is best to empty your freezer and plan meals that will use up perishable contents.

Grandfather Clocks: Remove chimes. Secure weight chains tightly against the base of the clock with wire or strong string and remove weights and pendulums. If it is going a long distance, call a reputable clock man to prepare the works against damage.

Mowers and Gasoline Powered Tools: Gas tanks should be drained and oil reservoirs emptied. No flammable mixtures or articles may be transported on public carriers.

Plants: These should be handled personally by you or given to your florist to send to your destination. The moving company will not assume responsibility for living plants.

Refrigerators: Defrost and thoroughly dry your refrigerator before moving. This is very important. The doors should be left open several hours to air after defrosting. All pans, trays, crispers, shelves or removable parts should be removed and wrapped separately.

Stoves: Must be disconnected prior to pickup. Be sure gas lines are shut off tight and capped, if possible. For electric ranges, if the coils are loose, they must be removed together with griddles, deep fryers and removable parts, then packed separately.

Televisions: Some sets require that they be checked before and after moving.

Valuables & Jewelry: Legal documents, all important papers, jewels and currency should be handled by you.