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Do you have questions about moving?

To provide you with answers, the MVM Moving team has created a series of moving guides to answer frequently asked questions (FAQs). We also share expert moving tips based on our professional knowledge and years of experience.

Read our best moving tips to learn more about how to prepare your home for a move, how to move with kids, how to move with pets, how to pack and choose the best packing supplies, and even advice on how to choose a moving company.

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Cargo Protection Coverage

Cargo Protection Coverage

As a moving company, we are responsible for the value of the goods we move. MVM Moving wants to be certain you have the level of protection that is right for you. We take the time to make sure that our customers are informed and happy. We offer multiple levels of...

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FAQs

FAQs

At MVM, we field thousands of questions each year from people of all walks of life. While we encourage anyone to reach out to us at (419) 478-6979 for specific answers tailored to their specific needs, we are happy to share answers to our most commonly asked...

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How to Choose a Moving Company

How to Choose a Moving Company

Choosing a moving company requires more than just hiring an extra few sets of hands to pack and transport belongings to your new home. A reliable moving company should make the moving process stress-free, but a wrong hire could do just the opposite. By choosing...

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How to Prepare Your House For a Move

How to Prepare Your House For a Move

Packing boxes and hiring a moving company are not the only steps involved in moving to a new house. Whether your home has already sold or you expect to sell after you move, there are important steps to take in preparing your home for its new residents. Before moving,...

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Moving a Gun Safe

Moving a Gun Safe

Prioritize Safety and Preparation Before you begin, clear the path to ensure a smooth and unobstructed route for the safe. Use appropriate personal protective equipment, such as gloves and sturdy footwear, to prevent injuries. Gather the Right Equipment Invest in...

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Moving a Piano

Moving a Piano

Moving Your Piano with MVM Moving If you’re planning on moving your piano to a different room in your home, to a new home down the street, or across the country, you can trust MVM Moving to do the job right. We only hire professional movers dedicated to improving...

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Moving Checklist

Moving Checklist

Moving to a new home is not a one-day event. Although the trucks may be loaded and unloaded in the course of a day, planning for a move begins long before moving day, and you may feel overwhelmed with all the logistics. After all, there is far more involved than...

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Moving with Children

Moving with Children

One minute your kids are excited about the move and the next they are voicing their dread at having to leave their familiar place. Emotions may run high and attitudes about the change may go back and forth, but staying calm and being prepared are two of the best...

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Moving with Pets

Moving with Pets

Whether your favorite animal has fur, feathers, fins, or fangs, figuring out the best way to transport your pet should be at the top of your moving checklist. Just as moving can be stressful for humans, it can also take a toll on your furry friends. New surroundings,...

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Moving with Seniors

Moving with Seniors

Making sure that your loved ones are taken of care is always at the top of the list, especially if they are older. When the time comes that a parent, relative, or friend must move from their home to a place where they can be cared for because of their advanced age or...

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Packing Tips

Packing Tips

Packing for a move can be overwhelming. You want to get a head start well before moving day but also know you cannot pack too many belongings you will need to use in the coming weeks. There is also the question of which items can be packed together and what should be...

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