Blackhawk Moving & Storage Blog: moving tips and tricks

It’s true that moving can be an incredible time in people’s lives, where we move on to new beginnings to make a fresh new start somewhere else. It can also be a tricky time to navigate as well, as moving isn't known for being easy. From the moment you decide to move, there’s a seemingly endless list...

When it comes to moving, the most popular choice by far is to hire professional movers to get the job done for you. This is for good reason, considering that a high-quality mover will have access to state-of-the-art equipment, innovative moving techniques, and a world of other important resources to...

When a moving project is perfectly planned and executed, adjusting to your new home in a new place can feel quite exciting. On the other hand, a poorly organized move can feel chaotic and stressful—which can make it much harder to acclimate to the change in a productive or positive way. It’s always...

Whether you’re moving thanks to a new job, a growing family, or to live in a new part of the world you’ve always dreamed about living in—it’s bound to be exciting. Even so, the process can also be stressful—especially without the right tools for planning a smooth and hassle-free experience.  Se...

You might have heard that spring and summer are the most popular times for moving, and this is true. However, that does not mean moving in the fall isn’t without its perks! In fact, after discovering these fantastic fall moving benefits, you might re-consider your previous notion...

Relocation is certainly a stressful time. Stress levels are high, especially where the safety and well-being of your goods and property are concerned. You don’t want the house you are moving out of to be damaged, and certainly not the new house you’re moving into to be damaged during the move-in pro...

Moving is often a stressful time requiring a lot of coordination and planning. Along with hiring Chicago movers and actually physically moving, you’ll need to pack carefully and keep track of things like address changes and utility account transfers. It’s a lot to keep track of. That’s why your go-t...

Spring is the perfect time to move. As the temperatures warm up and the sun stays out longer, packing and moving boxes gets easier. However, that doesn’t mean moving during the spring doesn’t have its own set of unique challenges. Chicago Residential Moving Tips Our team of Chicago residential m...

No matter where you’re heading, moving from Chicago requires patience and organizational skills.  A professional long distance mover can definitely help, but there’s a lot you can do to ensure that your move goes smoothly. Here are some tips from our experienced, professional Chicago long dis...

Eliminate Uncertainty with a Moving Plan Moving doesn't have to be a hassle! One of Blackhawk's goals as your moving service provider is to make the moving process as stress-free as possible, and in that spirit we are pleased to offer you this handy moving planner. Use this moving planner to keep tr...