Long Distance Services

Long distance moving includes any move that crosses state lines. Careful Moving & Storage Inc., as a professional, careful long distance moving company, we will ensure the careful and safety of your valuables.

Moving Charges:

Long-distance moves are based upon the mileage from the Vancouver moving origin to the destination, and the cubic footage of your belongings. Careful Moving & Storage Inc. will pick your items up from your home and store them at Careful Moving's storage until the shipment is ready to leave for the destination. Alternatively, Careful Moving & Storage offers pick up at your current location with a direct delivery to your new home. Careful Moving & Storage will complete a full inventory of your belongings and will carefully and securely wrap or box items that require special care.

Items not to pack

It is important that you understand which items you can and cannot pack and deliver. There are rules and regulations that govern all movers to help ensure safety. There are some items you should not pack yourself, for example you may need professionals to pack up your grandfather's clock correctly. The following list is for items not to pack. If you have any specific questions contact Careful Moving & Storage Inc.

  • Flammable, corrosive or explosive items
    Acid / Gasoline Poisons / Charcoal / Lighter Fluid / Fertilizer / Paints / Car Batteries / Matches / Nail Polish & Remover / Ammunition / Liquid Bleach / Stern / Aerosols / Kerosene / Pool Chemicals / Chemistry Sets / Fireworks / Pesticides / Motor Oil / Paint Thinner / Batteries / Loaded Weapons / Weed Killer / Ammonia / Lamp Oil / Propane Tanks / Cleaning Fluid
  • Dispose of perishables such as food and plants that may die or spoil in transit.
    You should empty your refrigerator and freezers for at least 24 hours before loading. Keep the appliance doors open so the appliance will dry out and prevent the growth of mold and odor. Careful Moving & Storage Inc. may agree to transport perishables if they are properly packed and require no servicing in transit and the shipment delivery is less than 150 miles and within 24 hours.
  • Some articles are not accepted for transportation
    The van line agent assumes no responsibility should these items come into his/her possession without his/her knowledge. Although these articles do not create a physical threat, it can create problems if your shipment is delayed or items lost. This can be avoided if all irreplaceable, sentimental items are carried with you. For example: Address Books / Files / Personal Video Tapes/ Photos and Albums/ Air Line Tickets / Financial Statements / Bond / Stocks / Check Books / Jewelry / Sterling Silver / Coins / Car Keys / Furs / Computer Software / Disks / Deeds/Tax Records / School Records / Stamp Collection
  • Air Conditioners
    Consult your authorized dealer or service man on your particular model. some sealed units should be bolted down.
  • Bedding
    Place bedding such as blankets, pillows into clean cartons or furniture drawers.
  • Beds
    The movers will dismantle your beds and set them up in your new residence.
  • Books
    Books should be packed in small cartons. Do not leave books in portable bookshelves or bookcases.
  • Bric A Brac
    Wrap separately and pack in cartons, boxes or barrels. Cushion well withnewsprint. Pack largest and heaviest items in bottom of container. Do not pack over edge of container.
  • Canned Goods
    Pack upright in small, sturdy cartons. Do not pack over 50 pounds to each container. Approximately 24 cans should be ample.
  • China
    Wrap china and all fragile objects in paper individually. Large platers and heave pieces should be placed on the bottom of the container, on edge, smaler plates, cups and saucers toward the top of the container. Plates and dishes should be placed in a vetical position with pads of paper in between. Recommended: 3" of paper on the bottom of the barrel or carton and 2" of paper in between layers. Do not pack above edge of container.
  • Clothing
    For a nominal charge, our men will move your clothing on hangers, from the closets directly to wardrobes furnished by us. Wardrobes will hold approximately 25 hangers depending upon the size of garments. Your clothing will reach you clean and wrinkle-free. For storage, clothing should be cleaned. Small clothing articles pack nicely in suitcases, boxes or trunks.
  • Clocks
    Pendulums on clocks should be removed or secured tightly to the base of the clock.  Small clocks may be wrapped and placed in boxes.
  • Curtains
    Before moving day, remove curtains from the rods and fold them neatly in drawers or clean, white tissue-lined cartons.
  • Draperies
    These may be placed on hangers and transferred to wardrobe cartons, or they may be folded and placed in cartons.  To save handling, they can be sent to the cleaners and delivered directly to your new home.
  • Drawers in Furniture
    Articles such as blankets, cushions, pillows and clothing may or may not be left in drawers depending on the size of the piece.  Do no pack heavy items in dresser, bureau, server or buffet drawers.  NEVER leave liquids, breakables or firearms in drawers.
  • Dryers, Electric or Gas
    Check with your service man.  Motors may need to be checked and secured.  We can arrange this for you or recommend a reliable service company.
  • Food
    Dispose of food in open containers that might spill or spoil enroute.  The carrier will not be liable for damage caused by food spilling on other items.  Perishable food should never be stored or shipped.
  • Freezers
    These appliances must be completely defrosted one or two days prior to moving.  They should be dried and aired to avoid musty odor.  Safety of contents cannot be guaranteed so it is best to empty your freezer and plan meals that will use up perishable contents.  Check with your service man to be sure the motor is bolted, if necessary.
  • Glass Tops to Furniture
    For complete safety, these items should be crated.  This is a "must" when storing or shipping; for local moving however, they frequently can be removed and replaced by the mover who will pad them safely in the van.
  • Glassware
    Stemware and glassware should be wrapped individually and placed in barrels or placed in the top of china containers.  Do not nest unwrapped glasses in each other.  Place wrapped glassware right side up, not on their sides.
  • Grandfather Clocks
    Remove chimes. Secure weight chains tightly against the base of the clock with wire or strong string and remove weights and pendulums. If it is going a long distance, call a reputable clock man to prepare the works against damages.
  • JEWELRY
    Keep valuable jewelry in your immediate possession.
  • KITCHEN UTENSILS
    Kitchen utensils should be clean and placed in cartons or barrels. Durable, heavy pieces placed on the bottom, light ones on the top with each piece padded against dents, chipping or scratching. Toasters, irons, waffle irons, mixers, etc., may be wrapped individually and placed in cartons with other kitchen utensils.
  • LAMPS
    Remove ornamental tops and put in a safe place... one you will remember. Small lamps may be wrapped and placed in cartons for safe moving.
  • LAMPSHADES
    wrap in white, clean tissue paper only, place in cartons, mark "fragile." Do not use newsprint. They may be nested but do not pack them so as to tear lining or puncture parchment shades.
  • LINENS
    Table and bed linens should be put into strong cartons or trunks. They should be lined with tissue or clean white or brown paper to protect from dust. Do not use newsprint as a liner as the ink may soil the fabric.
  • LINOLEUM
    The moving company is not responsible for the safe moving of linoleum which has been used or tacked to the floor; or which cracks and breaks when rolled.
  • MATTRESSES
    Our moving men will protect your mattress with a bag or carton for a slight charge. Do not try to roll or handle as this may result in damaged springs or fabrics. You may protect them with a sheet or mattress cover if you like.
  • MEDICINE
    Seal bottles and jar stoppers. Wrap individually, placing them upright in small cartons or metal waste containers.
  • MIRRORS
    For storage or long distance moving, they must be crated for safe handling. Wall mirrors will be removed by the movers, if they are not fastened to the walls. Mirrors will not be installed on walls at the new residence. Mirror tops on furniture will be taken of and replaced at destination.
  • MOWERS AND GASOLINE POWERED TOOLS
    Gas tanks should be drained and oil reserves emptied. No flammable mixtures or articles may be transported on public carriers.
  • PAINTINGS - PICTURES
    Small pictures can be safely placed between the folds of blankets or pillows in drawers or cartons. Large and valuable pictures and paintings must be padded, wrapped and crated for moving.
  • STEREOS
    Secure the tone arm and turntable against the movement by tying. Secure the changer to avoid its moving forward. On delicate, expensive players, it is wise to have this done by an experienced serviceman.
  • RECORDS, TAPES, CD's
    Pack records on end, side by side, to provide the greatest resistance to weight pressure. Use small cartons only.
  • PLANTS
    These should be handled personally by you or given to your florist to send to your destination. The moving company will not assume responsibility for living plants.
  • REFRIGERATORS
    Defrost and thoroughly dry your refrigerator before moving. This is very important. The doors should be left open several hours to air after defrosting. All pans, trays, crispers, shelves or removable parts should be removed and wrapped separately. Have your refrigerator serviced. Motor may have to be bolted down before moving. Do not plug it in at the new home until it has been unbolted.
  • RUGS
    It is not necessary to remove rugs from floors. Our men will do this for you. They will be rolled to avoid crushing. If they are to be stored, have them cleaned. Tacks should be removed from carpeting before movers arrive.
  • SEWING MACHINES
    These do not need special servicing for local moving. For long distance, the driver will stuff paper in and around the machine and place paper between the lid and base to prevent rubbing.
  • SILVERWARE
    Leave in original containers or wrap in cloth or low sulfur-content paper, or tissue and pack in boxes. Place padding in silver chests to prevent moving and scratching.
  • STOVES
    Must be disconnected prior to pickup. Be sure gas lines are shut off tight and capped, if possible. For electric ranges, if the coils are loose, they must be removed together with griddles, deep fryers and removable parts, then packed separately.
  • TELEVISION SETS
    Some sets require that they be checked before moving. Some color TV's must be serviced before and after moving. Television antennas should be removed from roof tops and disassembled
  • TOILET ARTICLES
    Seal the corks and stoppers of cosmetics, medicines and perfume bottles with natural nail polish, paraffin or masking tape before wrapping separately in paper and placing upright in cartons or metal waste containers.
  • TOOLS
    If they are valuable, wrap separately. Tools, as a rule, can be put into small cartons without wrapping individually.
  • VALUABLES
    Legal documents, all important papers, jewels and currency should be handled by you personally. Keep them in you immediate possession.
  • WASHERS
    Automatic washers must be serviced by an authorized service man.

 

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