We hear this all the time so here are a few tips and tricks to help you figure out your shipping volume which is very important when moving overseas. Just A Few Boxes If you just have boxes, stack them up in a pile and measure the total length, width...
If you are moving overseas with a few boxes, a whole house load and even taking your tractor (just loaded this in a 40 foot shipping container with some household goods moving to Germany), UPakWeShip is here to help with the best possible shipping solutions, advice on customs and documentation...
Last week we discussed finding the best international mover for your move overseas. While choosing the right international moving company is vital for a successful overseas move, it's only the first step in the process. Once you've found that perfect international mover, the next steps to organizing your international...
When you're in the research stage of your international move, one of the first things you'll probably look into is choosing international movers to handle getting your household goods and other items overseas safely. On the surface this may seem like a simple task, however, remember that once you've committed to...
I am afraid to say that on numerous occasions we have been told “I just have a few items so quote me for 100 cubic feet. We have done this and then showed up only to find nearly a whole house load so just in case. This is what 100...
Countdown To Moving Day It’s approaching quickly – the day when you’ll be saying goodbye to your belongings and they’ll be traveling on a ship around the world! Try not to be stressed; you hired experts that will help you each step of the way. Here is a checklist for your...
Our Self Load Container Service is a great option for moving your home from one country to another, especially when you want to send your furniture items overseas. After you finish loading the container, you are able to lock and seal the container doors. This seal should be intact through...
A Good question was asked of The Moving Doctor today, see below. Submitted on 2014/07/16 at 7:04 pm I’m planning to ship stuff back to the UK with a u crate. I have two bows and some arrows that I want to include on the shipment. I just wanted to know whether...
With tropical storm Arthur visiting the Eastern Seaboard this 4th July weekend it’s a good time for The Moving Doctors top tips for moving when it’s wet. 1/ Make sure you have waterproof clothing to wear and a decent pair of boots. Moving is emotional and stressful enough without getting cold...
Do not use supermarket boxes. They can make your things smell and possibly contain insect lava and bacteria. Food store boxes also do not have the strength of a proper moving carton. FDA and other similar worldwide government entities also do not like the use of fruit boxes being re used due...