As Tulsa continues its great thaw, it seems like everyone who avoided cleaning during the snow is suddenly getting hit with urge to start spring cleaning. Who says you can’t spring clean in February? Maybe your New Year’s Resolution was to finally get more organized, but things got out of hand in the last few weeks? It’s never too late to get organized.
Start with some boxes to sort items into. Best Price Boxes in Broken Arrow has a variety of new and used boxes. Call us at 918-251-6037 for more information. Once you have a few boxes (or more!), consider the following categories for your boxes:
*Donate/sell
*Storage
*Keep
*Trash
Remember that gently used items can be donated to non-profit groups like Goodwill, Salvation Army, thrift stores, or schools. Go through your child’s clothes, books, and indoor and outdoor toys to pull items that have been outgrown and can also be donated. Schools and daycares would probably welcome book and toy donations. Anything that you wish to keep can be boxed up and stored in a crawl space or attic.
Sometimes it can be hard to let go of items. Try boxing up things that you are holding onto and store them for 4-6 months. At the end of that time, if you haven’t used or missed the items, consider selling or donating them. Also, as birthdays and other celebrations roll around and children are anticipating new toys, encourage the child to pick out a handful of toys that he or she no longer uses to donate to someone who can use them.
Think of it this way... the more items you can move out during a pre-spring cleaning, the fewer items you have to face once spring hits! If you are anticipating a move in the months to follow, you've also just saved yourself a little bit of packing, too!
Showing posts with label Declutter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Declutter. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Friday, May 14, 2010
Moving Tip #514: Stage Your House to Sell it!
Everyone knows the saying, “You never have a second chance to make a first impression.” Well, in this economy, this saying includes selling your house!
Recently, I have talked about ridding yourself of old, unwanted paperwork so you are ready for your big move day and that will also help when staging your home. People need to see that you have plenty of room for storage. Once all your trash is gone, your home and storage spaces will appear larger.
Of course, you could make your space seem even larger by selling or donating anything you haven’t touched in 3 moths or more. And you should get jump on your move by “de-personalizing” your home. This means taking down all the family pictures so that prospective buyers can picture themselves living in your home.
A big step in staging your home is removing some unneeded furniture and other big items. I’m not suggesting you get rid of them completely. These are things that you may like and make your life comfortable but they just make your house appear smaller to a future buyer making a sale harder. Get suggestions on how to stage furniture here: http://www.hgtv.com/decorating/13-home-staging-secrets/pictures/index.html
For clean, dry, storage of those personal and overflow furniture items, contact Accent Moving & Storage, Inc. at 918-251-5594 or 800-331-3378. Then, when your house sells, we will have a majority of things ready so you can move fast!
Recently, I have talked about ridding yourself of old, unwanted paperwork so you are ready for your big move day and that will also help when staging your home. People need to see that you have plenty of room for storage. Once all your trash is gone, your home and storage spaces will appear larger.
Of course, you could make your space seem even larger by selling or donating anything you haven’t touched in 3 moths or more. And you should get jump on your move by “de-personalizing” your home. This means taking down all the family pictures so that prospective buyers can picture themselves living in your home.
A big step in staging your home is removing some unneeded furniture and other big items. I’m not suggesting you get rid of them completely. These are things that you may like and make your life comfortable but they just make your house appear smaller to a future buyer making a sale harder. Get suggestions on how to stage furniture here: http://www.hgtv.com/decorating/13-home-staging-secrets/pictures/index.html
For clean, dry, storage of those personal and overflow furniture items, contact Accent Moving & Storage, Inc. at 918-251-5594 or 800-331-3378. Then, when your house sells, we will have a majority of things ready so you can move fast!
Monday, May 3, 2010
Help Your Neighbors While Cutting Moving Costs!
It's Spring. School will be out for Summer break in approximately three weeks. It's time to move. But you (along with everyone else) need to watch your moving costs. What do you do?
Well, everything you move will weigh something and, if your house is anything like mine, there are things you can donate to make your move cost less. Did you ever think about all those canned goods you've been stock piling in the pantry? Those are going to add up fast!
Here's the answer: Saturday, May 8th the United States Post Office is sponsoring the "Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive." All you have to do is place non-perishable food items in a bag. Place the bag of food at your mailbox. And your letter carrier will pick it up when they deliver your mail. How awesome is that?! You are helping your local food bank and you don't have to leave your home! All along, you are reducing your potential moving expenses!
Of course, you don't have to be moving to help out. Unfortunately, our food banks are in greater need than ever and most people donate during the holidays. This is a great opportunity to purge your pantry and help others at the same time. Go to www.helpstampouthunger.com to get more information.
As always, for all your moving needs (such as: boxes, storage, estimates, labor, etc.) contact Accent Moving & Storage at 918-251-5594.
Well, everything you move will weigh something and, if your house is anything like mine, there are things you can donate to make your move cost less. Did you ever think about all those canned goods you've been stock piling in the pantry? Those are going to add up fast!
Here's the answer: Saturday, May 8th the United States Post Office is sponsoring the "Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive." All you have to do is place non-perishable food items in a bag. Place the bag of food at your mailbox. And your letter carrier will pick it up when they deliver your mail. How awesome is that?! You are helping your local food bank and you don't have to leave your home! All along, you are reducing your potential moving expenses!
Of course, you don't have to be moving to help out. Unfortunately, our food banks are in greater need than ever and most people donate during the holidays. This is a great opportunity to purge your pantry and help others at the same time. Go to www.helpstampouthunger.com to get more information.
As always, for all your moving needs (such as: boxes, storage, estimates, labor, etc.) contact Accent Moving & Storage at 918-251-5594.
Friday, April 16, 2010
De-Clutter: Shred-Fest Saturday!!!!
Paper is such a HUGE factor in adding weight and, therefore, expense to a move. This weekend you can rid yourself of much of that expense by taking advantage Shred Fest in Tulsa. Grab your old statements, bills, and other documents and run down to 635 West 41st Street in Tulsa between 1pm and 3pm this Saturday to get them shredded in less time and with less effort. Now, your records that aren't old enough to be shredded can be securely stored at Accent Moving & Storage. Please call 918-251-5594 for a storage quote
De-Clutter: Shred-Fest Saturday!!!!
Paper is such a HUGE factor in adding weight and, therefore, expense to a move. This weekend you can rid yourself of much of that expense and old paperwork by taking advantage of Shred Fest in Tulsa. Grab your old statements, bills, and other documents and run down to 635 West 41st St in Tulsa between 1pm and 3pm this Saturday to get them shredded in less time and with less effort. Now, your records that are not old enough to be shredded can be stored at Accent Moving & Storage. Please call 918-251-5594 for a storage quote.
Friday, February 19, 2010
CAREFULLY PLAN YOUR MOVE
CREATE A TIMELINE:
Give yourself plenty of time to prepare for your move. Map a timeline so details aren't lost in the shuffle. One of the biggest mistakes we see is that people try to do too much in too short a time frame. You should never put unnecessary stress on you or your movers. For instance: if you must be completely out of your home by 5pm on Friday, then your last day to schedule your move should be Thursday. This will give you ample time to get your old house clean before turning it over to the new buyers.
HAVE A FAMILY DISCUSSION:
A new start can be terrifying. As a matter of fact, professionals will tell you it is tops on the stress scale with death and divorce. Take some time to address the emotional stresses a move may have on each family member, and try to foster positive feelings.
BUDGET YOUR MOVE:
A move carries a lot of hidden expenses. Try to account for every detail before you begin. Be sure to include cleaning, decluttering, packing, storage and transportation. Most professional moves will be COD and you will be expected to pay your mover when he arrives at your new home. Although credit cards are often accepted, most home buyers choose not to use them as they want to stop all activity on accounts through out the closing process on their new home.
GET YOUR PAPERS IN ORDER:
Transfer medical, dental and school records. (don't forget Fido) If you have special needs, you may want to find a new doctor before you move. Be sure you take copies of important financial and legal documents with you.
ANNOUNCE YOUR MOVE:
Give your family and friends notice. Alert colleagues so your professional network stays intact when everything else is disassembled. Remember to allow extra time for "good bye luncheons" or the time you intended to run those final errands will be eaten up. Literally!
ALLOW A FEW HOURS EACH DAY TO DEAL WITH THE UNEXPECTED.
Finally, give Accent Moving & Storage a call. With more than 70 years moving families around the nation and across the street, we have the tools to make this move a good one! 918-258-5594 or 800-331-3378
Give yourself plenty of time to prepare for your move. Map a timeline so details aren't lost in the shuffle. One of the biggest mistakes we see is that people try to do too much in too short a time frame. You should never put unnecessary stress on you or your movers. For instance: if you must be completely out of your home by 5pm on Friday, then your last day to schedule your move should be Thursday. This will give you ample time to get your old house clean before turning it over to the new buyers.
HAVE A FAMILY DISCUSSION:
A new start can be terrifying. As a matter of fact, professionals will tell you it is tops on the stress scale with death and divorce. Take some time to address the emotional stresses a move may have on each family member, and try to foster positive feelings.
BUDGET YOUR MOVE:
A move carries a lot of hidden expenses. Try to account for every detail before you begin. Be sure to include cleaning, decluttering, packing, storage and transportation. Most professional moves will be COD and you will be expected to pay your mover when he arrives at your new home. Although credit cards are often accepted, most home buyers choose not to use them as they want to stop all activity on accounts through out the closing process on their new home.
GET YOUR PAPERS IN ORDER:
Transfer medical, dental and school records. (don't forget Fido) If you have special needs, you may want to find a new doctor before you move. Be sure you take copies of important financial and legal documents with you.
ANNOUNCE YOUR MOVE:
Give your family and friends notice. Alert colleagues so your professional network stays intact when everything else is disassembled. Remember to allow extra time for "good bye luncheons" or the time you intended to run those final errands will be eaten up. Literally!
ALLOW A FEW HOURS EACH DAY TO DEAL WITH THE UNEXPECTED.
Finally, give Accent Moving & Storage a call. With more than 70 years moving families around the nation and across the street, we have the tools to make this move a good one! 918-258-5594 or 800-331-3378
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Mayflower Adds Maid Services!
Did you see the latest press release? How awesome is it that, when you are under so much time pressure, you can actually work with your mover to arrange cleaning services both at your old house as well as at your new house!
As if packing up everything from your toothbrush to your baby memorabilia, bedroom set and big-screen TV weren't enough work, moving also requires a massive housecleaning effort at the old house as well as the new. Now Mayflower Transit is lightening the load with new move-out and move-in cleaning options available with the company's residential moving services.
See the entire press release to find out about all the services that are now offered. Needless to say, we are pretty excited about this alliance with The Maids and Mayflower Transit. If you want to know more about how this service works, you can contact Accent Moving & Storage, an agent for Mayflower Transit since 1939.
As if packing up everything from your toothbrush to your baby memorabilia, bedroom set and big-screen TV weren't enough work, moving also requires a massive housecleaning effort at the old house as well as the new. Now Mayflower Transit is lightening the load with new move-out and move-in cleaning options available with the company's residential moving services.
See the entire press release to find out about all the services that are now offered. Needless to say, we are pretty excited about this alliance with The Maids and Mayflower Transit. If you want to know more about how this service works, you can contact Accent Moving & Storage, an agent for Mayflower Transit since 1939.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Winter Proof Your Car
Who wants to deal with a car that looks like a Popsicle when your running late for work?Keep your headlights clear with car wax: wipe ordinary car wax on your headlights to keep them clear of that wintry mix of salt, slush and snow. The special water repellents in the car wax will prevent such things from sticking. Thus, helping improve your visibility and safety!
Ice proof your windows with vinegar: fill a spray bottle with 3 parts vinegar to 1 part water and spritz it on your car windows at night. The vinegar will raise the melting point of water - preventing it from freezing. If you wake up to a frozen car, just spray the mixture on the windows and watch it melt!
Prevent car doors from freezing shut: spritz cooking spray on the rubber seals around car doors and rub it in with a paper towel. The oils in the cooking spray keep the water from seeping into the rubber when the snow melts and then freezing again!
Fog-Proof Your Windshield:spray some shaving cream on the inside of your windshield and wipe it off with paper towels. Shaving cream has many of the same ingredients found in commercial defoggers and it creates a protective film on the glass that prevents fogging.
Squeak-Proof Your Wipers: saturate a cloth with rubbing alcohol or amonia and wipe down your blades. The solvent will cut through the dirt and grime and make your wipers work like new!
De-Ice Your Lock: put some hand sanitizer gel on your key and the lock... problem solved! The alcohol (found in most de-icers) does the job. Just be sure your hand sanitizer is at least 60% alcohol (or it won't work for your locks or sanitizing!).
Get Un-Stuck: turn off your car, stick the rubber side of one of your floor mats under the spinning tire, turn on your car, and give it some gas. The rubber will give you the grip you need to get out of a sticky situation!
FINALLY.... don't deal with all of these issues AND a move too. DIY moves are overrated! Call Accent Moving & Storage / Mayflower Transit for all your moving needs.... WE KNOW ALL THE TRICKS! 918-251-5594 or 800-331-3378
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Monday, November 23, 2009
Prepare to Move (Even if You're Not Planning to Move)
I have a bag that is always packed with the basic toiletries just in case I get a chance to go on a weekend get-away. I am ready to go at a moment's notice. It's that much easier to say, "yes!" when I get an offer to go with friends to their lake house or maybe I will win that dream vacation to Greece!
The same idea holds true with your household goods. As we near the holidays, you will receive many cards and gifts. You will pull out all your old Christmas decorations. Some decorations you will use. Other decorations will stay in the box and go back into storage. When was the last time you used those items? Chances are, if you aren't using them this year, you probably won't use them in the future. DON'T PUT THEM BACK IN THE ATTIC!!! Donate those old decorations.
There is always a retirement facility or a children's home that could use the holiday cheer and you will be that much closer to being "move ready."
I know... you probably aren't planning a move right now. But don't you want to be ready to move at a moment's notice if someone shows up with an offer you can't refuse!?!
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