http://blog.upack.com Blog to help people with their moving questions and give moving tips and advice. 144 31 http://blog.upack.com http://blog.upack.com/images/upack-logo.gif en-us Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:54:31 CST Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:54:31 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Data-Tronics RSS Generator bharris@abf.com (Becky Harris) jembry@data-tronics.com (Jordan Embry) http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=391 If you've visited upack.com and checked out the ReloCube, you've probably figured out that it's a pretty cool way to move. But, if you're not a moving pro, it might be a little difficult to figure out if all your stuff will fit inside especially th... Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:54:31 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=391 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=390 Can I Ride with the Driver? The quick, simple response is "no". First, most of our trucks only have one seat. Seriously. The trucks are called 'Day Cabs' which means they are only meant to be driven for the day. Our drivers only drive the maximum... Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:48:29 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=390 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=372 Don't Forget the Boxes Oh the dreaded part of moving actually deciding what you're taking with you and packing it up! It's so much easier when you have plenty of moving boxes and supplies! When you reserve your trailer or ReloCube, don't forget th... Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:54:42 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=372 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=371 Before moving to college, make a site map for your college life. You know, like website site maps that break down where everything is. College life basically breaks down like this: reading, researching, eating, drinking, washing (yourself and your cl... Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:53:33 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=371 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=370 Student moving is a lot different than regular moving. After college, you will find yourself on many occasions saying things like, "Hey, man, will you help me move?" Your friends will say, "Sure, bro." Then you'll all share beer and pizza. And if you... Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:49:08 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=370 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=352 Moving to college is a trip. Literally. First you have to find a place to stay, unless you're staying in the dorm, in which case the college will assign you a place to stay. Here's my advice: find a place as close as possible to where you'll be att... Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:07:43 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=352 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=351 Wow, talk about a can of worms! When I started researching fuel calculation so that you, our customer, would know how much better you can budget when using U-Pack, I got more than I bargained for. I was looking for information about the size of renta... Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:37:57 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=351 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=350 How long does it take to get my stuff to Hawaii? It's always a good idea to ask what the normal transit time is for your move. It can vary drastically from company to company. You'll probably run into some companies that can take up to a month or lo... Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:58:16 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=350 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=331 Is my quote in a bind?The consumer awareness website Protect Your Move defines a binding quote as, "An agreement made in advance with your mover, which guarantees the total cost of the move based upon the quantities and services shown on the estimate... Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:53:13 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=331 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=330 Interstate vs. Intrastate moves Anyone who has ever moved knows it is definitely a learning experience. It involves researching to find reputable companies, doing math to calculate the total cost and using logic in deciding which company can best ac... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:09:44 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=330 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=313 Hmmm is there really a secret to packing clothing? Yes! And they can save you lots of space and money. How to pack your clothing is probably one of the last things you're concerned with during your pre-move planning. Most of us would just put the... Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:44:38 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=313 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=312 There is no place in the world like New Orleans, LA. Where else can you find Cajun cooking, Mardi Gras, and several major universities only in the Big Easy. What a great place to live! If you've lived in, or even just visited New Orleans, you pro... Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:50:48 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=312 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=311 For as long as I have been talking to customers moving to California about Gypsy Moths, this is still the image that comes to mind. I can't help it. But depending on your taste, this is probably a little more appealing illustration than what they ac... Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:30:25 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=311 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=310 We really do understand. Sometimes you're lucky just to find a parking place for your car, right? We deal with this frequently, so here are some other options to consider: 1. Find an alternate location for parking. Maybe there is a business c... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:17:23 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=310 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=294 It's all in the price Avoid a moving scam When looking at your moving contract (or Bill of Lading) it is all about the details of the price. The main focus is what's included and how it can change. Before signing your contract, you'll want to... Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:04:43 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=294 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=293 This has got to be the one question I hear most often. Probably the most correct answer is: It Depends. There is not a mold in which you can fit every person who moves a 3 bedroom home. But there are ways that you can be very accurate with your est... Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:30:05 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=293 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=292 How do you let everyone know your new address? You're moving. Almost everyone knows you are moving to new city, but more than likely you haven't had a chance to tell them your actual new address. Besides formally changing your address at the Post Of... Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:50:07 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=292 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=291 Just in case you didn't know, ABF U-Pack cannot move your pet. The reason - our trailers are not climate controlled. During the summer months the trailers can get very warm inside and during the winter months they can be very cold. Not ideal c... Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:46:47 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=291 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=290 Many years ago (before U-Pack) my husband, my young daughter, and I made a move. We were young and financially challenged and I was VERY pregnant. We couldn't afford a full service mover and really we didn't have enough stuff to justify a full serv... Mon, 16 Jun 2008 09:31:05 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=290 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=273 U-Pack is a great option for moving large shipments, but what if you're not moving an entire household? What if your child is going to college out of state or you just have personal items to send? What if you downsized? What if you just pl... Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:24:37 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=273 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=272 The DITY Move If you're in the military or you're a military spouse, you're no stranger to moving. In fact, you may be able to write your own moving guide by the time your military career is over. If you're new to the military, take notes, the fo... Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:52:38 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=272 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=271 Timing is EverythingIf you've been researching your move, you've probably found that the moving industry runs on a system of "peak" and "off-peak" days, similar to the airline industry. That just means that some days are more expensive than others. I... Tue, 03 Jun 2008 08:32:44 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=271 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=252 Carquest 300 Fully Loaded!ABF U-Pack / Braun Racing went into Charlotte this past weekend with guns loaded. Brian Vickers returned to the ABF U-Pack Moving #10 Camry, the super-fast Kyle Busch climbed behind the wheel of the #32 Toyota,... Thu, 29 May 2008 08:21:47 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=252 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=251 The term 'Self-Move' pretty much explains what a self-move is. Basically, it's a move that you do yourself, right? Well yes, but there are different types of self-moves. The Basic Self-MoveYou pack, you load, you drive, you do everything. An e... Thu, 22 May 2008 13:57:29 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=251 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=250 I know I'm going; I'm just not sure where yet. I mean really, the "where" of moving is just details right? But actually, whether you know which city you're moving to and just haven't closed on a house or literally don't know which city you are m... Tue, 20 May 2008 09:23:44 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=250 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=232 Save $200 off your U-Pack Move! What's the catch? You just have to prove that you are a master packer and get the highest score on our U-Pack-A-Cube game! Oh, you've never played it? Well go give it a shot. I know it sounds silly, but it really... Thu, 15 May 2008 09:27:04 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=232 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=231 Shipping Motorcycles and Other Outdoor Equipment When we think about moving, most of us think about packing the things inside the house and oftentimes forget about the things we keep outside and in the garage ... If you've got a lawnmower, weed ea... Tue, 13 May 2008 09:06:23 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=231 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=230 Moving to Chicago or Moving From Chicago? If you currently live in Chicago, you're probably already aware that finding a place to park can be a nightmare. If you're planning to move to Chicago, here's a little hint: parking spaces in the Windy City... Thu, 08 May 2008 10:06:34 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=230 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=212 Did you know that Spanish is the second most common language spoken in the United States? U-Pack has a new Spanish Website and Spanish speaking representatives to assist customers moving within the United States and into and out of Puerto Rico, Can... Thu, 01 May 2008 13:15:02 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=212 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=211 Verify Dates and Timing Knowing the exact dates your move will take place (loading, transit, and unloading) is something that may not seem an important detail initially, but it could be! Is the date the truck will arrive for loading a guaranteed d... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:08:44 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=211 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=210 You've probably noticed that the trucking industry has its own lingo which can be like a foreign language to the Average Joe. Take a look at a few commonly used terms you might be able to impress your friends on your next road trip: Terminal Fancy... Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:17:09 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=210 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=195 Andale!!! Thinking about retirement? Has the cost of living gotten too high? Want to trade the rat race for an afternoon siesta? You may want to consider one of U-Pack's newest services: Moving to Mexico! In the past few years, U-Pack has seen a gro... Fri, 18 Apr 2008 16:05:54 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=195 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=194 Bashas' Supermarkets 200 FRIDAY NIGHT UNDER THE LIGHTS!Friday night brought hot temperatures and even hotter action as the Nationwide series headed to the one-mile superspeedway in Phoenix for the Bashas' Supermarkets 200. Team ABF R... Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:26:03 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=194 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=193 Show me your numbers . When you start searching for a reputable moving service, you'll notice that many websites like movingscam.com and safersys.org, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's website, suggest checking up on the comp... Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:05:54 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=193 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=192 Does anyone know a "Don't Rain" dance?For the fourth time in seven races, rain made an unwelcome appearance. As a result, qualifying was cancelled so teams had only one practice session before the race. The starting lineup was once... Mon, 14 Apr 2008 10:46:41 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=192 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=191 Normally when you think about gas mileage you think about it in relation to your personal vehicle. Most cars have 10-15 gallon gas tanks but get 20-25 (or more) miles per gallon on the highway. Rental trucks on the other hand have much larger gas tan... Fri, 11 Apr 2008 10:47:20 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=191 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=190 Is My Move Tax-Deductible? The answer is Yes, IF you meet certain stipulations. You must meet three requirements in order to deduct your moving expenses.1. You are moving due to a job change.2. You are moving at least 50 miles farther from your for... Wed, 09 Apr 2008 14:11:02 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=190 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=173 On Time. Every time. Guaranteed. Your U-Pack moving quote comes with a price that is based on an estimated transit time. U-Pack estimates transit times using real numbers for completed moves, so it's likely that your items will arrive at your destin... Thu, 03 Apr 2008 13:07:06 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=173 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=172 The Weather Was NICE!!!For what seemed like the first time this season, the weather actually cooperated as the Nationwide Series headed to the concrete superspeedway in Nashville, Tennessee. Both Jason Leffler and Denny Hamlin of Team ABF Racing we... Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:14:43 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=172 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=171 U-Pack and realtors share a common interest. We are both in the business of moving people out of one home and into another one. Recently U-Pack was mentioned in Realtor Rightings, the Magazine of the Arkansas Realtors Association. An article title... Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:18:47 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=171 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=170 The "You Pack, They Drive" Service I think everyone knows what a full-service mover and a rental truck is and how they work - common knowledge for most. But, there's a fairly new moving phenomenon out there called a "You Pack, They Drive" service (w... Mon, 24 Mar 2008 11:10:01 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=170 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=153 Sharpie Mini 300Rain Rain Go Away!!!For the 3rd time in five weeks, weather became the biggest factor for the race weekend. Due to rain, Thursday's practice and Qualifying were once again rained out, giving Team ABF Racing only one practice bef... Tue, 18 Mar 2008 07:59:04 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=153 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=152 Moving to Alaska Besides buying a whole new wardrobe for the freezing cold temperatures, what else do you need to think about if you're moving to Alaska? You may be wondering: What options do I have for moving my stuff? Do I have to drive a truck th... Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:42:53 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=152 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=151 Need a Hand? No matter the reason, there may be times in life when doing your own packing and loading is not an option. The self-move service price may look great, but doing the physical part of the move doesn't. Do you throw in the towel and go wit... Thu, 13 Mar 2008 09:19:54 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=151 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=150 SNOW! Team ABF Racing set their sights on the Nicorette 300 at the super-fast Atlanta Motor Speedway this weekend. NASCAR standout Brian Vickers piloted the #32 ABF U-Pack Toyota, while Nationwide series regular Jason Leffler was behind the wh... Tue, 11 Mar 2008 09:46:42 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=150 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=133 When I talk to customers on the phone, one of the challenges is "listening between the lines". We help figure out what you need to do and how U-Pack can make that happen. Some customers just need a moving quote from City A to City B in different sta... Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:01:27 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=133 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=132 A Tough Weekend in VegasTeam ABF Racing headed to Las Vegas this weekend, as Brian Vickers returned to the track in the #32 along with Jason Leffler, who is piloting the #38 full time for Braun Racing. Both cars were carrying ABF as an assoc... Wed, 05 Mar 2008 10:05:35 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=132 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=131 Some cities require parking permits or city authorization for our equipment to remain at your location for several hours or several days. Those cities normally have parking problems on a day to day basis. I have located several cities in the wester... Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:35:55 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=131 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=130 Headed West - Week Two California Brian Vickers and the ABF U-Pack Toyota Camry did not compete this week. However, the #32 fielded this week by Kyle Busch, on loan from Joe Gibbs Racing, and the #38, fielded as always by Nationwide star Jason Leff... Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:21:05 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=130 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=110 If I'm storing my items, what should I take with me? This question may seem like it's fairly easy to answer, but moving can be stressful so it's easy see how you might do something like accidentaly pack up your passport two weeks before leaving... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 09:57:50 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=110 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=100 Close CallBrian Vickers had more than one close call while piloting the ABF Toyota Camry this weekend. During final practice Brian veered left onto the infield to avoid a multi-car collision. At the same time, teammate Jason Leffler made a similar... Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:48:08 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=100 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=4 It's a Packing Party! The decisions that cause people to move usually involve family matters or career changes. While this can be an exciting time, it can also be hard to leave your friends behind. But you're too busy to have a going away party, ri... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 10:37:37 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=4 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=81 Handle with Care When talking with people who are moving, one concern we often hear is that people don't want to share space in a truck with other people afraid their stuff will get mixed up or that someone else will have access to it. In a lot of... Tue, 12 Feb 2008 14:25:27 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=81 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=62 "Back on the Bread Aisle (Comparing Moving Quotes)" Most of us were raised to be comparison shoppers, me included, so I understand the need to check out different rates. Comparing moving quotes can be confusing when movers use a variety of ways to c... Thu, 07 Feb 2008 13:18:33 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=62 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=61 "What the heck is a linear foot"? This question (worded one way or another) is probably asked by U-Pack customers more than any other question. However, even when I answer that it is one foot of length by eight feet wide by nine feet tall I still ge... Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:22:11 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=61 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=41 If you've already had a ReloCube(s) dropped off at your home, and discover you need more space, we'll be happy to bring you another ReloCube. You pay the cost of the ReloCube along with a $150 charge to cover the additional delivery expense. All you... Mon, 28 Jan 2008 13:24:30 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=41 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=23 Caribbean Destination Puerto Rico Just imagine living on a Caribbean Island where the beach is within an hour's drive no matter where you are. You can enjoy the sun-filled days and warm tropical nights. More people than you think move to P... Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:32:22 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=23 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=22 Being in the moving industry gives me the opportunity to talk to people from all over the country. Regardless of location, when it comes to moving, people share a lot of the same concerns. One issue that is sometimes overlooked is parking. With the s... Mon, 21 Jan 2008 15:06:39 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=22 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=21 What, exactly, am I loading into? There are two equipment options for moving with ABF U-Pack moving in a trailer or moving in a ReloCube. Trailer MoveThe trailer is a good choice whether you're moving one room of furniture all the way up to a fou... Wed, 16 Jan 2008 08:15:02 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=21 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=7 Want to save money on your move? Start Reading here! If you are like me, you live paycheck to paycheck and want to save money any way you can. In my experience it usually involves a little "Sweat Equity" but I am always willing to put in a little ha... Fri, 11 Jan 2008 08:28:18 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=7 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=6 When you are deciding where to park an ABF trailer or ReloCube, there are a few things to evaluate: available space, quality of parking surface, and any slopes or inclines. In order to determine what space you will need, make sure you know th... Thu, 10 Jan 2008 08:51:25 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=6 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=3 If you've been online looking for an auto shipper, you were probably as overwhelmed as I was. There are literally hundreds of companies out there who ship vehicles. Since U-Pack Moving is not equipped to transport automobiles (we can ship motorcycles... Mon, 07 Jan 2008 10:06:57 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=3 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=2 Do you REALLY need all the things you've been collecting for years? Deciding what to take and what to dispose of can be a really tough decision to make. Departing from some of your stored "treasures" can make your move - and your move-in a much... Fri, 04 Jan 2008 09:32:01 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=2 http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=1 Welcome! ABF U-Pack Moving is ringing in the New Year by joining the blogosphere. We invite you to make the most of the information our moving experts provide, and the experience your fellow "movers" have to share, by joining us. If you've searched... Fri, 04 Jan 2008 09:08:38 CST http://blog.upack.com/comments.asp?id=1