For long haul moves make sure you label all of your cartons with your name, destination city and contact phone number.
 

Consider holding a garage sale or giving your unwanted items to charity.
 

Leave your pet with a neighbor or friend during all the activity on moving day.
 

Place all packed boxes against the wall away from your furniture, so as not to obstruct access for your movers.
 

Ensure that you declare a value on your goods otherwise your furniture will only be protected for 60 cents per lb.
 

Make your moving arrangements as far in advance of your moving date as possible.
 

If your appliances are being moved have them cleaned and disconnected from the power source before the movers arrive. Defrost your refrigerator and freezer the day before moving. Burners on the stove should be taped securely.
 

Keep a copy of your moving invoice, as most moves are tax deductible.
 

On long haul moves, ensure to check the accuracy of the inventory taken and the condition of each article at the time of loading.
 

On long haul moves, ensure to check off all items and their condition on your inventory sheet as they are being unloaded at your new residence. Damaged or missing items must be pointed out at this time to the driver and noted on your inventory sheet.
 

During cold weather allow your electronics to climatize before plugging them in at your new residence.
 

Carry your currency, jewelry and valuable documents with you. Twins Moving & Storage will not be responsible for articles of "extraordinary value".
 

Set up a specific area in your home for all items not to be shipped and inform your movers of this area.
 

It is necessary to empty dresser drawers of clothes, remove liquids, breakables, books, valuables, etc. All drawers that open like cupboards should be emptied. In special cases where you have difficult access or the dresser is very heavy, all drawers should be completely emptied.
 

Do not pack corrosives, aerosols, gas, propane, paint, flammables or other dangerous goods with your move.
 

Have Twins Moving & Storage, Inc pack and unpack for you, for added convenience and valuation coverage