Stevens Worldwide Van Lines is now part of Wheaton World Wide Moving!
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Long Distance Moves, Moving Specialty Items
During a cross-country move, unprotected and unsecured bicycles in the moving van can easily sustain damage. Keep your family’s bikes in top shape by packing them for your long distance move. Here’s how to prepare your bikes for a safe delivery to your new home. Gather Your Supplies The safest way to ship your bike…
Moving Specialty Items, Preparing for Your Move
Moving furniture can be exhausting and even dangerous work. Furniture moving gone wrong can also result in damage to the furniture. If you’re planning a move in the next few months, these tips can help you move your furniture without doing damage to yourself or your possessions. 1. Use Furniture Pads Furniture pads are one…
New agent announcement National City Transfer and Storage (NCTS) recently joined Wheaton World Wide Moving’s agency network as a prime interstate agent. Previously affiliated with Arpin Van Lines, National City joins more than 200 Wheaton agents across the country. “National City Transfer and Storage has a long history and a reputation of excellence, which is…
Movers and realtors encourage people to plan their moves for the off-peak season. This strategy has limitations. Any time of year can be peak moving season depending on where you live and where you plan to relocate. If you have the option of moving during off-peak season, and you know which time period that encompasses,…
Moving when downsizing into a smaller home can be a challenge. For many people, sorting, organizing, and deciding what goes and what stays are all time-consuming, stressful tasks. If you’re a homeowner who will soon be moving from a larger home into a smaller home, these tips can help you stay organized and get through…
When you think of spring break, you likely picture road trips, white sand beaches, or other popular vacation options. The last task you want to undertake over your spring break is your upcoming move. However, many moving companies recommend the spring season for moving when possible. In this blog, we discuss six reasons why you…
EXCITING NEWS! In a move to expand services to our customers, Wheaton Van Lines, Inc., is acquiring Stevens Worldwide Van Lines. The new partnership will immediately expand the capacity and capabilities of the three brands under the Wheaton group umbrella: THE STEVENS FAMILY The Stevens family will continue to own and operate Stevens International Forwarding…
Moving in winter can be stressful, moving with leather furniture can be stressful… moving in winter with leather furniture—that can feel like double the trouble! Items such as leather sofas, chairs and ottomans are at risk of damage from the freezing temps and precipitation. However, there are several things you can do to protect your…
Pool tables are substantial room features that weigh up to a half-ton each, but they’re also remarkably fragile game furnishings. As heavy as it is, you must be gentle when you move your pool table to a new location. If your pool table is moved carelessly, you may have to pay for costly repairs to…
Kids are resilient, but research has shown that frequent moves can be stressful for shy children. Kids with extreme shyness may suffer acute sadness when they leave valuable friendships and familiar living quarters behind. You can use several methods to help your shy kids while relocating. The following strategies can ease your child’s transition from…