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Moving Terms Defined!

Definitions of commonly used moving terms from Moving Ahead Services!

We are often asked what different terms are, and we wanted to share some of those with you!  Here are the recent terms our pros in Cleveland and Columbus have been asked to explain during scheduling.

Additional services — Items such as packing and unpacking, storage, furniture disassembly and reassembly, cleaning, window treatment and picture hanging are available and typically require additional fees. 

Dolly — A tool used to transport boxes and other items during loading and unloading.  Special dollies are also available for large appliances and furniture!

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Bubble wrap and plastic wrap —Bubble wrap is used to protect fragile items, and plastic wrap is typically used to hold items together, such as table legs, during moving.

Inventory— The list of personal and home goods that are being moved.

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Interstate moving — moving across a state line.

Intrastate moving — moving within the state.

 

As always, if any questions arise we are available by phone or email, to walk you through the process.  Our customer service combined with our experience is why we are a leading service provider for local and long distance moving!

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