Dec 11, 2015
For most moving in the winter means moving in ice, snow, and cold. If you are moving to San Diego you won’t have much difficulty moving during winter months. Below are some simple suggestions on how to make your next winter move easier should you be moving elsewhere. Shovel and salt pathways It is very important to have your walkways, staircases, driveways, and paths clear of ice and snow. A slip and …
Nov 17, 2015
Store your goods Oakley Relocation’s storage facilities for less than it would cost at most unsecured self-storage facilities. Our fully secured, alarmed, climate-controlled warehouses are equipped to handle any household goods or commercial storage need. Oakley Relocation has the cost-effective, flexible storage solutions to meet the smallest or largest storage needs. Make the economical and safer choice with our long term storage solutions. Whether you’re looking for short-term or long-term storage in San Diego, …
Oct 09, 2015
If you are moving and have noticed all the boxes and driving that occurs during a move you may be wondering how you can be more environmentally conscious while packing up. Below are some things to consider for a greener move. Tips for a Greener Move 1. Rent reusable hand trucks 2. Get Sustainable Forestry Initiative certified moving boxes 3. Rent Plastic Crates 4. Rent Late Model Trucks (Preferably Diesel!) …
Oct 02, 2015
Clothes are easy to pack, and light weight, making it the perfect job for any member of your house to help with the Chula Vista move. Here’s some tips to give them the professional way to pack your family’s clothes. If you are going to transport the clothes in the dresser they are in, all you should do is place a piece of packing paper on top of the clothes in …
Oct 01, 2015
San Diego locals love their city for a variety of reasons. It has a great art culture, wonderful weather, a young population, miles of beaches and loves local history. There are many things you can only find in San Diego. CNN Story of San Diego’s Quirkiness CNN did a story about some of the quirkiest things that will capture your heart here in this sunny city. The attractions range from …
Sep 17, 2015
Steps to Get Your House Ready to Show It’s always a good idea to get your house as clean as possible before showing it to prospective buyers. You should clean the carpets, tile and other flooring surfaces as well as the appliances in your kitchen. If you really want to get everything it can also be a good idea to hire a cleaning service to catch those places you might …
Sep 07, 2015
Common complaints about other moving companies out there are that the price isn’t what you signed the contract for, they hold your items hostage until you pay in full, and lost or broken goods. Licenses We’ve talked before about how to protect yourself, but there are somethings you should know, the types of licenses are whether they are intrastate or interstate movers. Estimates Estimates are often just that, estimates. You’ll want …
Sep 02, 2015
Chef Showdown will be returning to San Diego! Chef Showdown is an Iron Chef style competition that is sure to be an enjoyable event. Proceeds go towards the Center of Community Solutions which works to end domestic violence, sexual assault and elder abuse in our community. Oakley Relocation supports Chef Showdown every year and would like to spread the word about this awesome event. If you love the culinary arts, …
Aug 26, 2015
Moving to San Diego can be extremely stressful and expensive, but moving during the right time of year can dramatically decrease the amount of stress and lower the costs of moving to San Diego. Rules and Guidelines Be flexible in terms of choosing your moving date. This will help you avoid the busy season and pick a time that is more affordable and less stressful. Move during the spring or fall. Moving …
Aug 17, 2015
Have you been trying to get rid of your old furniture to no avail? The Wall Street Journal published an article regarding a decline in desire for heirloom furniture. While the quality of the furniture might still be good many people find it easier to buy cheap furniture from places like Walmart, Target and IKEA. Sometimes these new items fit better in a home because large furniture can fit awkwardly in newer …
