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How to Pack Pictures for Moving

Jul 14, 2020

Are you moving anytime soon and wondering how to move valuable, fragile pictures and/or artwork? Do not worry! Learn from the experts at Oakley Relocation on how to pack pictures for any move. Now that you’ve officially announced you’re moving, coming up with an efficient moving plan that takes every last detail into account should be your next step. A well-organized moving plan will help lower the stress level that …

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How to Move a Car Across the Country

Mar 03, 2020

Moving across the country? Not sure how to move your car all that way? Learn from the experts at Oakley Relocation on how to move your car across the country. If you’re planning a move across the country, getting your vehicle to your new home doesn’t have to be a yet another stressful part of your move. Instead of having to deal with a long day, or days, of traveling with your …

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What to Pack First When Moving

Feb 06, 2020

After you’ve made the decision to move, it’s important to come up with an organized plan that takes into account all of your belongings that you’ll have to pack for the big move. Packing up the items in your home is something you should not wait until the last minute to do. Plan early, and start packing early!  First, make sure you have all the typical moving and packing supplies …

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CMSA 2020 Membership Certification

Jan 22, 2020

Oakley Relocation is proud to announce that we recently became re-certified as a member of the California Moving & Storage Association for the year 2020. About The CMSA Founded in 1918, The CMSA (The California Moving and Storage Association) is a non-profit trade association representing licensed and insured California moving companies. The CMSA provides numerous educational resources, industry forums and programs to its members. The CMSA also plays a vital role in …

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Using Technology To Lighten The Load Of Your Next Move

Sep 17, 2019

Moving can be a stressful time and it requires the skill set of being able to manage many minute details, all at the same time. When it came to getting a quote from movers, the traditional process was time consuming and often involved a moving company representative having to come to the house to determine the size and scope of the project. Introducing Moving Technology Software For The 21st Century What if we …

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Move In Cleaning Check List

Aug 09, 2019

Moving day has finally arrived and you are super excited about your new place. Whether you are going to be living in a previously occupied property or new construction, doing a thorough cleaning of the entire place will make you feel great about settling into your new digs. But where to start? Upon arriving at your new residence, it can be overwhelming to try to figure out the best way …

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Great Tips & Tricks To Move Like A Boss

Jul 16, 2019

The process of moving can be complicated, with many things to consider all at once. You have to think about packing, cleaning, uncluttering, getting a truck and a host of other tasks that can feel quite overwhelming at times. However, never fear, there are some great tips and tricks out there that will actually make moving fun and get you excited about the start of this new adventure in your …

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Best Places to Get Moving Boxes

Apr 25, 2019

For families or individuals in the process of a residential, local or long distance move, packing up all of your belongings can be a daunting task. One of the first challenges you’ll have is trying to figure out the best place to get moving boxes. Your goods won’t pack themselves, right? Maybe someday they will, but for now, this is up to you. If you are feeling a bit stressed about this aspect of …

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How To Move A Grandfather Clock

Mar 20, 2019

When moving, a common mistake that people make is to place a grandfather clock on a dolly and load it into a moving van and expect it to function properly upon arrival. There are several steps that need to be taken to ensure that your valuable grandfather clock is not damaged during a move. First, all the accessory parts need to be removed and packed properly prior to moving. The …

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How To Change Address When Moving

Mar 06, 2019

Doing Everything They Can to Make Your Move Easy To many of us, moving is one of life’s most stressful events. It’s right up there with spending the holidays with your in-laws, getting patted down by airport security when you’re late for your flight, or sitting in a work meeting with 10 geniuses who love nothing more than the sound of their own voice. But I’m not here to add …

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