Downsizing to a smaller home is a bigger step than most people think. The benefits are also often overlooked. It’s more economical, easier to clean, and homier. Parents who become empty-nesters are big on downsizing. People also downsize due to divorce, lowered income, or because they have to move for various reasons. Thankfully, only 9% […]
5 Reasons Moving Is Good for Your Mind and Body
There are two drastically different sides to moving: being able to have a fresh start versus the hassle of learning a whole new habitat. Luckily, humans are easily able to adapt to the downsides, while there are many upsides to moving. Moving is no easy feat. To many, it’s downright scary. Yet it also brings […]
7 Tips for Moving During the Summer
Moving in the summer has its good and bad, but the heat is what mainly stands out. There are also factors such as cost and scheduling. If you’re moving in the summer, make sure to be prepared with these tips. Like in many countries, in Canada, the number of moves increases drastically during the […]
10 Ways to Make Your Home Feel Bigger
Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, most of us are stuck at home — and many of us haven’t quite attained that lovely, spacious house we’ve been desiring for most of our lives. That means most of our time is being spent in cramped quarters. After a while, a small space can wear on one’s mind. […]
How to pack pictures
Relocation can be a costly process requiring time for preparation. Even though packing some items can be straightforward, items such as large mirrors, piece of art and pictures can really bring about a difficult situation. In order to move breakables such as pictures, suitable moving boxes, bubble wrap, wrapping papers, sturdy packing tape and permanent […]
Should you take your appliances when you move?
When that refrigerator was first bought, you never thought you’d move one day. Or maybe it was bought to spruce up the house for a resale. Unfortunately, the fridge has become your most cherished appliance. Wouldn’t it be nice to carry it to your new house? Sure, but is that a practical, economical and smart […]
Tips to organizing your kitchen
After a move, the kitchen is the first room to be organized simply because it’s where most of the things take place, including family gatherings and meal preparation. With this mind, the kitchen space needs to be organized, comfortable and functional. The process can be very difficult for smaller kitchens or larger ones but with […]
How to pack a garage for moving
Basements, tool sheds and garage are some of the toughest areas to pack when moving. The process of packing the garage is time consuming and arduous hence taking much effort to complete before the moving date. The process can be frantic but seeking assistance from Relocate Stress Free if the task is too much to […]
Welcoming New Neighbors
Its common practice to welcome new neighbors with housewarming gifts in Canada. It’s a nice way of showing them that their neighbors are thoughtful people. When moving trucks are seen moving into the neighborhood, it is a clear signal that new neighbors have just arrived to settle in that side of town. One may offer […]
What are the items most often forgotten during a move?
On the day of the move there are so many things to do. Relocate Stress Free will assist you to make sure you do not forget anything during your move. Additionally, these are some moving tips to help you for before your move and the day of your move. Before the Day of Your Move […]