Category Archives: Brooks Transfer & Storage

How to Pack a Big, Breakable Mirror for Moving

How to Pack a Big, Breakable Mirror for Moving   Large mirrors represent an investment in your home's aesthetics. Whether you use a big mirror to maximize light in a room (which can even offer health benefits), make an artistic design statement, or simply check your appearance before leaving home, mirrors add beauty and brightness…
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How to Save Money on Your Move

How to Save Money on Your Move Moving comes with many expenses, and it’s most often the unexpected costs that add up and, in some cases, push people beyond their anticipated expenditures. If you want to keep within a specific budget for your upcoming household move, here are five great ways you can save money.…
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2020 National Movers Migration Report

2020 National Movers Migration Report The United Van Lines 44th Annual National Movers Study has arrived again. 2020 was one heck of a year and the Covid-19 pandemic only accelerated previous moving trends of Westward and Southward migration. This past year, Virginia experienced slightly more residents leaving the state than entering: movers leaving the state…
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The Art of Downsizing

The Art of Downsizing Downsizing can feel overwhelming. There is likely a story or a purpose behind almost every item in your home. When you’re moving to a smaller space, determining which things to keep and which to discard requires thought and planning.  These four steps can take you from too-much to just-enough to promote…
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