Tips on Moving

Are you moving in the summer? Well, you’re not alone! With favorable weather and great driving conditions, summer is a splendid time to relocate! In fact, these factors are what make summer the most popular time of year to move. Despite the pros of moving during the summer, there are certain things that could make…

Bekins Van Lines has provided families with smooth moves for more than 125 years, so it makes sense that we’ve developed some great moving tips and tricks along the way. The blogger behind WomanGettingMarried, Lindsay Goldenberg Jones, loved these moving hacks so much that she featured them in her blog after her move from California to…

Longtime accounting director to step into influential role Bekins Van Lines welcomed a new member of the company’s leadership team this summer with the promotion of Marsha Davis, a 20-year employee, to Vice President, Revenue Accounting. “Marsha is an invaluable asset to Bekins with tremendous experience within the moving and storage industry,” said Mark Kirschner,…

A cross country or long distance move requires a lot of planning and preparation if you want it to go smoothly. How to pack, what to make special arrangements for, and the timing of it all come into play. At Bekins we specialize in long distance cross country moving so you can trust that the following tips…

Packing to move can be a stressful and time-consuming project. The organizing, wrapping, lifting, and labeling can take days, even weeks depending on how much stuff you have. Moving is a great opportunity to sort your belongings and get rid of any unwanted clutter and junk. We’ve compiled some of our favorite and easiest decluttering…

Bekins moving services are essential during the COVID-19 outbreak. That being said, the health and safety of our customers, drivers, and front-line employees are our priority. That’s why we’ve made some updates to ensure you can still safely receive a moving quote during this difficult time.  Bekins is now offering alternative quote options. If you’re…

Packing for a move is the perfect time to sort, clean and start fresh. You can move with less by sorting through old boxes, downsizing furniture or even renting a storage unit. Minimalist moving doesn’t have to mean all or nothing—it’s all about doing your best to declutter. Whether you’re moving into a smaller space…

The trick to planning and hosting a great housewarming party: keep it simple. From decor to food to entertainment, it’s important not to overdo it. Don’t fret if all of your belongings aren’t unpacked. Your friends and family will understand. They just want to see your new home and celebrate with you!  You’ve just survived…

Long distance moving requires a lot of planning and focus. Whether you are moving your home or business, being prepared is the key to a successful move. When you hire Bekins Van Lines or their supporting agents, you can be sure that you will be assisted every step of the way. Stay organized while preparing for your move.…

For many, being safe during the pandemic means working remotely or celebrating birthdays via Zoom call. For moving companies, following CDC guidelines is pretty simple. The team at Bekins performs the following four actions for every single move: Always sending a healthy crew & drivers Before we dispatch a crew to your home, we make…