Handle With Care
Moving with Children:
A move can be especially trying for children. It is important that you get them involved so that they do not feel displaced, as children like routines and moving will definitely disrupt what’s familiar to them. Speak to your children and have them discuss their fears and concerns. Help them get excited about moving. Let them get involved in packing up their items and put them in a special box. All these things will alleviate some of their stress about moving to a new place.
It’s best not to have your children at home on loading day, as they may become upset that their things are going on the truck. We suggest that they spend the day with family or friends to minimize their anxiety about the move. Proper planning will assist your children in the transition to your new home and community.
Moving with Pets and Plants:
Pets are also affected by a move. Pets cannot be moved on the moving truck, so be sure that for their own safety, they are not around on moving day. Be sure that you’ve arranged for the transporting of your pet. You might want to visit your veterinarian to obtain pet health records, update tags, and get tranquilizers to calm your pet during transport.
Also, if your pet will be traveling by air, be sure to contact the airlines to find out their rules about moving pets and what type of kennel is required. Some airlines even rent these kennels. Be sure that the kennel is labeled with your new address, phone and pet’s name and include any special handling instructions. If you’re traveling by car, be sure to never leave your pet unattended, especially during extremely hot or cold temperatures.
In general, plants should not be moved. We cannot be responsible for the care of plants, and many states quarantine plants at all times. We recommend that they move with you, and not on the Bekins truck.
A move can be especially trying for children. It is important that you get them involved so that they do not feel displaced, as children like routines and moving will definitely disrupt what’s familiar to them. Speak to your children and have them discuss their fears and concerns. Help them get excited about moving. Let them get involved in packing up their items and put them in a special box. All these things will alleviate some of their stress about moving to a new place.
It’s best not to have your children at home on loading day, as they may become upset that their things are going on the truck. We suggest that they spend the day with family or friends to minimize their anxiety about the move. Proper planning will assist your children in the transition to your new home and community.
Moving with Pets and Plants:
Pets are also affected by a move. Pets cannot be moved on the moving truck, so be sure that for their own safety, they are not around on moving day. Be sure that you’ve arranged for the transporting of your pet. You might want to visit your veterinarian to obtain pet health records, update tags, and get tranquilizers to calm your pet during transport.
Also, if your pet will be traveling by air, be sure to contact the airlines to find out their rules about moving pets and what type of kennel is required. Some airlines even rent these kennels. Be sure that the kennel is labeled with your new address, phone and pet’s name and include any special handling instructions. If you’re traveling by car, be sure to never leave your pet unattended, especially during extremely hot or cold temperatures.
In general, plants should not be moved. We cannot be responsible for the care of plants, and many states quarantine plants at all times. We recommend that they move with you, and not on the Bekins truck.
Packing For Your Move
If you decide to pack yourself, be sure to use the correct packing materials needed to protect your possessions. This will alleviate any damage during transit. Bekins recommends using various sized cartons for specific items.
Book Cartons (1.5 cu ft.) are small, easy to handle cartons designed for heavy items like books, CD’s, and DVD’s. Be sure not to overload the carton, as it may become too heavy for handling. Be sure to individually wrap any very old or valuable books.
Medium Cartons (3 cu. ft.) have a wide range of uses for smaller items throughout your home. This size box is ideal for small appliances, tools, non-perishable food or clothing. Packing similar items together will make unpacking easier.
Large Cartons (4.5 cu. ft. to 6.5 cu. ft.) are very useful for packing light weight, bulky items such as pillows, linens and large toys.
Dishpacks are especially sturdy cartons for fragile items such as china, glassware, figurines and sculptures. These cartons are reinforced with cellular inserts to further protect items such as crystal stemware. Each carton should be labeled “Fragile-This end up” to avoid damage.
Upright Cartons are used for lamps, statues and other items that require a special size.
Wardrobe Boxes are “portable” closets used to move your clothing from your closet. Clothing remains on hangers so that they stay wrinkle-free and clean.
Mirror/Picture Cartons are specially designed telescoping cartons that fit mirrors, pictures and glass tabletops exactly. Each carton has heavy corrugated braces that reinforce each corner.
Mattress Cartons are available from crib to king mattress sizes and they will protect mattresses and box springs from dirt and tearing and help to provide structural support to avoid bending.
Packing Paper should be unprinted and is used for wrapping and padding.
Packing & Materials Continued:
Packing: most packing is relatively easy if given enough time and the proper materials. Listed below you will find ways to obtain cartons, their various sizes and what to pack in each kind. When securing your move date we can provide you with generic size small, medium and large cartons for FREE. The main thing to remember about any carton is that they must be a good sturdy box with a top and should always be sealed with a good quality tape, never use masking tape or fold in the carton or tie it shut.
SMALL CARTONS (1.5 cube 16x13x13): Free Generic
-Used for packing books, records, tools, can goods, any small heavy items. When packing records or books they should be packed on edge never lay flat.
MEDIUM CARTONS (3.0 cube 18x18x16): Free Generic
-Used as a catch-all carton for small lampshades, linen, pots & pans, Tupperware, clothing, shoes, purses, small appliances etc.
-When packing lampshades, crumple up some paper and place in the bottom of the carton for cushion, then place lampshade in box placing more crumpled paper loosely around the shade. Do not telescope two or more lampshades together; the shades will damage each other in transit.
LARGE CARTONS (4.0 cube 18x18x22): Free Generic
-Used for packing tall lampshades, toys, games, comforters, quilts, pillows, stuffed animals, etc.
Additional Materials Available:
Packing Paper $22.00 for 25lb. bundle
Bubble Wrap $20.00 (12”x250’)
Rolls of Tape $2.95 each
Paper Pads $4.00 each
Dishpacks $5.60 each
Wardrobes $11.32 each
Picture/Mirrors $9.00 each
All boxes can be picked up from our Arlington Heights or Bolingbrook facilities during the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. with a pre-arranged day and time. Or you can contact Boyer-Rosene to set up a time for a box delivery directly to your home
Book Cartons (1.5 cu ft.) are small, easy to handle cartons designed for heavy items like books, CD’s, and DVD’s. Be sure not to overload the carton, as it may become too heavy for handling. Be sure to individually wrap any very old or valuable books.
Medium Cartons (3 cu. ft.) have a wide range of uses for smaller items throughout your home. This size box is ideal for small appliances, tools, non-perishable food or clothing. Packing similar items together will make unpacking easier.
Large Cartons (4.5 cu. ft. to 6.5 cu. ft.) are very useful for packing light weight, bulky items such as pillows, linens and large toys.
Dishpacks are especially sturdy cartons for fragile items such as china, glassware, figurines and sculptures. These cartons are reinforced with cellular inserts to further protect items such as crystal stemware. Each carton should be labeled “Fragile-This end up” to avoid damage.
Upright Cartons are used for lamps, statues and other items that require a special size.
Wardrobe Boxes are “portable” closets used to move your clothing from your closet. Clothing remains on hangers so that they stay wrinkle-free and clean.
Mirror/Picture Cartons are specially designed telescoping cartons that fit mirrors, pictures and glass tabletops exactly. Each carton has heavy corrugated braces that reinforce each corner.
Mattress Cartons are available from crib to king mattress sizes and they will protect mattresses and box springs from dirt and tearing and help to provide structural support to avoid bending.
Packing Paper should be unprinted and is used for wrapping and padding.
Packing & Materials Continued:
Packing: most packing is relatively easy if given enough time and the proper materials. Listed below you will find ways to obtain cartons, their various sizes and what to pack in each kind. When securing your move date we can provide you with generic size small, medium and large cartons for FREE. The main thing to remember about any carton is that they must be a good sturdy box with a top and should always be sealed with a good quality tape, never use masking tape or fold in the carton or tie it shut.
SMALL CARTONS (1.5 cube 16x13x13): Free Generic
-Used for packing books, records, tools, can goods, any small heavy items. When packing records or books they should be packed on edge never lay flat.
MEDIUM CARTONS (3.0 cube 18x18x16): Free Generic
-Used as a catch-all carton for small lampshades, linen, pots & pans, Tupperware, clothing, shoes, purses, small appliances etc.
-When packing lampshades, crumple up some paper and place in the bottom of the carton for cushion, then place lampshade in box placing more crumpled paper loosely around the shade. Do not telescope two or more lampshades together; the shades will damage each other in transit.
LARGE CARTONS (4.0 cube 18x18x22): Free Generic
-Used for packing tall lampshades, toys, games, comforters, quilts, pillows, stuffed animals, etc.
Additional Materials Available:
Packing Paper $22.00 for 25lb. bundle
Bubble Wrap $20.00 (12”x250’)
Rolls of Tape $2.95 each
Paper Pads $4.00 each
Dishpacks $5.60 each
Wardrobes $11.32 each
Picture/Mirrors $9.00 each
All boxes can be picked up from our Arlington Heights or Bolingbrook facilities during the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. with a pre-arranged day and time. Or you can contact Boyer-Rosene to set up a time for a box delivery directly to your home
Helpful Moving Checklist:
8-12 weeks before you move:
-If you own your home, contact your real estate agent to begin the selling process.
-Establish your preferred moving dates.
-Research your new community by using Bekins’ on-line moving tools at
www.bekinsmoving.com
-Compare school districts
-Obtain free city reports
-Use our salary and mortgage calculators to make comparisons.
-Set up a house-hunting tip to your new city.
-Find out if your employer will be paying for the move, or providing you with a lump sum or direct reimbursement. If so, discuss Bekins’
“enCompass program”.
-Have a garage sale or donate goods you do not want to move. This will
Help you get the most accurate estimate of moving costs.
4-8 weeks before you move:
-Contact your local Bekins agent to schedule a convenient time for a free
Estimate. You can find the nearest Bekins representative by using the
Agent locator on our website at www.bekinsagents.com
-Purchase your new home; arrange financing; establish close dates.
-Make a list of everyone you need to notify of your move.
-Check with your school on transferring your children’s records.
-Research driver’s license requirements for the state you are moving to.
-Find out from the IRS or your accountant if moving expenses are tax
deductible.
-Contact your insurance agent to discuss your insurance needs for your
new home.
-Select a new bank in your new city.
-Begin to organize your medical and dental records.
-Obtain change of address cards from your local post office.
3 weeks before you move:
-Make a decision on whether you will pack your goods or if you’d like to
utilize Bekins’ professional packing service.
-Begin the packing process if you are doing it yourself.
-Compile all personal records
-Change your address on credit cards and magazine subscriptions
-If you have children, arrange for them to be at a babysitter during loading
day.
-Arrange to have your utilities disconnected after your move-out day.
-Arrange to connect your utilities the day before your scheduled move-in
day.
2 weeks before you move:
-Clean your home and clear basement and attic.
-Plan to use all the food in your refrigerator and freezer.
-Cancel all current delivery services such as food delivery service,
newspaper delivery, etc.
-Dispose of all flammables, cleaners, paints, aerosols, ammunition, etc.
-Transfer all current prescriptions to your new local pharmacy.
-Clear out your safety deposit box. Transfer bank accounts.
-Be sure that you have packed everything in advance.
-Drain the oil and gasoline from your lawn mower, and other power tools
if they are to be moved.
-Depending on area of residence, if required, obtain a professional gypsy
moth inspection or perform self-inspection for gypsy moth.
1 week before you move:
-Confirm your travel arrangements for your family.
-Provide contact phone numbers to your Bekins agent so that you are
accessible during your move.
-Empty and clean your refrigerator and freezer, clean your stove, etc.
-Only use those household items that you’ll need, such as sheets, towels, a
few pans and dishes. Makes sure everything else is ready to be moved.
Moving Day:
-Review all paperwork with your Bekins driver.
-Be available to check off inventory of all items being moved.
-Once the moving van is loaded, double check that nothing was left
behind in closets, basement, attic, cabinets, drawers, etc.
-For safety’s sake, arrange for your children to stay with a relative or
neighbor so that they are not at home on moving day.
-Be sure to give your cell phone number or other contact number to your
driver.
Bekins knows just how difficult moving is. The more prepared you are for your move, the easier the process will be. We’ve been moving families like yours since 1891 and we know how difficult it is to leave familiar surroundings. With Bekins, we’ll take care of the move, so you can concentrate on making your new house a home.
-If you own your home, contact your real estate agent to begin the selling process.
-Establish your preferred moving dates.
-Research your new community by using Bekins’ on-line moving tools at
www.bekinsmoving.com
-Compare school districts
-Obtain free city reports
-Use our salary and mortgage calculators to make comparisons.
-Set up a house-hunting tip to your new city.
-Find out if your employer will be paying for the move, or providing you with a lump sum or direct reimbursement. If so, discuss Bekins’
“enCompass program”.
-Have a garage sale or donate goods you do not want to move. This will
Help you get the most accurate estimate of moving costs.
4-8 weeks before you move:
-Contact your local Bekins agent to schedule a convenient time for a free
Estimate. You can find the nearest Bekins representative by using the
Agent locator on our website at www.bekinsagents.com
-Purchase your new home; arrange financing; establish close dates.
-Make a list of everyone you need to notify of your move.
-Check with your school on transferring your children’s records.
-Research driver’s license requirements for the state you are moving to.
-Find out from the IRS or your accountant if moving expenses are tax
deductible.
-Contact your insurance agent to discuss your insurance needs for your
new home.
-Select a new bank in your new city.
-Begin to organize your medical and dental records.
-Obtain change of address cards from your local post office.
3 weeks before you move:
-Make a decision on whether you will pack your goods or if you’d like to
utilize Bekins’ professional packing service.
-Begin the packing process if you are doing it yourself.
-Compile all personal records
-Change your address on credit cards and magazine subscriptions
-If you have children, arrange for them to be at a babysitter during loading
day.
-Arrange to have your utilities disconnected after your move-out day.
-Arrange to connect your utilities the day before your scheduled move-in
day.
2 weeks before you move:
-Clean your home and clear basement and attic.
-Plan to use all the food in your refrigerator and freezer.
-Cancel all current delivery services such as food delivery service,
newspaper delivery, etc.
-Dispose of all flammables, cleaners, paints, aerosols, ammunition, etc.
-Transfer all current prescriptions to your new local pharmacy.
-Clear out your safety deposit box. Transfer bank accounts.
-Be sure that you have packed everything in advance.
-Drain the oil and gasoline from your lawn mower, and other power tools
if they are to be moved.
-Depending on area of residence, if required, obtain a professional gypsy
moth inspection or perform self-inspection for gypsy moth.
1 week before you move:
-Confirm your travel arrangements for your family.
-Provide contact phone numbers to your Bekins agent so that you are
accessible during your move.
-Empty and clean your refrigerator and freezer, clean your stove, etc.
-Only use those household items that you’ll need, such as sheets, towels, a
few pans and dishes. Makes sure everything else is ready to be moved.
Moving Day:
-Review all paperwork with your Bekins driver.
-Be available to check off inventory of all items being moved.
-Once the moving van is loaded, double check that nothing was left
behind in closets, basement, attic, cabinets, drawers, etc.
-For safety’s sake, arrange for your children to stay with a relative or
neighbor so that they are not at home on moving day.
-Be sure to give your cell phone number or other contact number to your
driver.
Bekins knows just how difficult moving is. The more prepared you are for your move, the easier the process will be. We’ve been moving families like yours since 1891 and we know how difficult it is to leave familiar surroundings. With Bekins, we’ll take care of the move, so you can concentrate on making your new house a home.
Expert Packing from Boyer-Rosene
Packing can be one of the biggest challenges of your move. Consider using Bekins’ professional packing services. Whether you select Bekins’ professional packing services for your entire household or just for a few special items, we can help you. When you use Bekins’ packing services, our “First Day Service” provides unpacking of up to five cartons of essential items that you’ll need when moving into your new home which we’ll unload first upon arrival at your new home. These are items such as your children’s favorite stuffed animals, bedding, pillows, your coffee pot, coffee mugs, towels, and other items that you will need immediately upon moving in. You will have access to these cartons first so that you can begin settling into your new home immediately.
Bekins’ professional packing services offer you convenience and peace of mind. Our packers are trained in packing methods to alleviate any damage during transit. We offer a full range of packing services from the complete packing of all items in your home, to partial packing services. Or, you may want us to pack your fragile items like china, glassware, mirrors or artwork.
Whatever your packing needs, we can assist. We know how important it is to you that your goods arrive at your new home safely and without damage. The correct packing of your household goods will ensure that they remain safe during transit.
Whether you use Bekins’ packing services or if you decide to pack on your own, it is important to plan and organize. Plan to pack only items that you will use in your new home. Don’t pack items that you’ve been planning to get rid of-donate them to charity before you move.
Please be aware that your electronic equipment may require special preparation. Be sure to detach all cords and wires and keep them in a labeled bag so that you know where they belong. When moving computers, scanners or printers, be sure to detach cords and wires, paper trays, etc, and label all cables and wires for easy re-assembly. Be sure to use well padded, sturdy cartons to cushion the equipment. Mark these items “fragile”. Large screen televisions will require extra padding and protection. If possible, pack it in its original carton. If these cartons are not available, consider crating the item prior to moving day.
When you pack your items, consider the floor plan of your new home so that you organize your items based on the rooms that they will be placed in upon delivery. This will make the unpacking process more efficient. And remember, dispose of any hazardous items such as cleaning supplies, solvents, paint, aerosol cans, flammables or ammunition. They simply cannot be moved.
We also recommend that you don’t pack furs, jewelry, precious stones or metals, important personal documents, valuable collections, stocks and bonds or cash. These special items are invaluable to you, so do not pack them for the truck, but be sure to take them with you.
Bekins’ professional packing services offer you convenience and peace of mind. Our packers are trained in packing methods to alleviate any damage during transit. We offer a full range of packing services from the complete packing of all items in your home, to partial packing services. Or, you may want us to pack your fragile items like china, glassware, mirrors or artwork.
Whatever your packing needs, we can assist. We know how important it is to you that your goods arrive at your new home safely and without damage. The correct packing of your household goods will ensure that they remain safe during transit.
Whether you use Bekins’ packing services or if you decide to pack on your own, it is important to plan and organize. Plan to pack only items that you will use in your new home. Don’t pack items that you’ve been planning to get rid of-donate them to charity before you move.
Please be aware that your electronic equipment may require special preparation. Be sure to detach all cords and wires and keep them in a labeled bag so that you know where they belong. When moving computers, scanners or printers, be sure to detach cords and wires, paper trays, etc, and label all cables and wires for easy re-assembly. Be sure to use well padded, sturdy cartons to cushion the equipment. Mark these items “fragile”. Large screen televisions will require extra padding and protection. If possible, pack it in its original carton. If these cartons are not available, consider crating the item prior to moving day.
When you pack your items, consider the floor plan of your new home so that you organize your items based on the rooms that they will be placed in upon delivery. This will make the unpacking process more efficient. And remember, dispose of any hazardous items such as cleaning supplies, solvents, paint, aerosol cans, flammables or ammunition. They simply cannot be moved.
We also recommend that you don’t pack furs, jewelry, precious stones or metals, important personal documents, valuable collections, stocks and bonds or cash. These special items are invaluable to you, so do not pack them for the truck, but be sure to take them with you.
Call a Bekins agent today to schedule a free moving quote! (847) 596-6700
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