Moving Companies in Annandale

Leaving Behind Appliances

Sadly, relocating to a new home also means cleaning your old one. It's smart to list out all of the various appliances that need your attention, like removing mildew and stains on appliances around the house, draining your dishwasher, and removing tubes from the washing machine. Be aware that you're responsible for making sure your major appliances are turned off. Your moving company won't do it for you due to insurance and safety reasons, so be sure to have your washing machine, stove, drier and any other appliance you may have prepared for loading before beginning to move.

Inform Companies of Your Address Change

Before you move, there are certain people, offices, and businesses you should let know about your address change outside your family. The most obvious is the post office. Post offices often offer a forwarding service for your mail where for all intents and purposes, any mail that is sent to your previous address will be forwarded to your new one. However, the forwarding address only lasts for a short amount of time, so it's a good idea that you inform everyone who needs to know as soon as possible. Other companies you should get in contact with include: your utility provider.

How To Move Your Firearms

Since the "Brady Bill" legislation in the mid 90's, contracted moving companies are permitted to transport firearms for their customers. As expected, this service obligates prospective customers to follow explicit guidelines. Guns must be emptied of all ammunition and the particulars of each weapon (make, model, and serial number) has to be incorporated into the inventory. In addition, carriers will not transport your ammunition for you. That is the responsibility of the owner. It's always a good plan to read up on local state law on the guidelines and restrictions concerning weapon security.