Tips on Moving

For many of us in cold weather states, saying goodbye to shoveling snow and saying hello to the sunshine of a warmer climate is a dream. Of course, it’s easier said than done. Moving across the country means exchanging winter coats for flip-flops, understanding how to navigate hotter summers, finding new hobbies and more. If…

You’ve spent years cultivating your koi pond. You chose the perfect fish to put in it and you’ve carefully tended to them through every season. But now, you’re moving and you don’t know how to move your fish across town or across the country. You have a strict no-koi-left-behind policy, but how do you go…

The following drivers have been selected as the August 2016 Drivers of the Month: Direct Lease Driver of the Month, Edward Worthen, Milton, Wash., is a veteran driver with more than 40 years of experience as a professional household goods mover. He maintains a good driver rating with a top score in customer service. This…

When you got engaged, you felt elated and ecstatic. Nothing could take away the joy you felt as your beloved popped the question and you said “yes.” As you’ve worked on the wedding details, you’ve established a few concrete ideas. You know exactly what music will play, where the reception will be held, and what…

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARK. – Brandon Moving & Storage is Bekins Van Lines’ Agent of the Month for July 2016. The award is given to the interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines that exemplifies founders John and Martin Bekins’ philosophy of putting customers first and the characteristics of quality, professionalism, empathy for customers, fellow agents,…

Moving an overly large instrument require planning for the safety of the item and those helping to move it. We’ve discussed several ways to move different large instruments in a previous blog, but there’s more to discuss when it comes to pianos. Pianos are one of the most commonly moved large instruments. Although many people…

Moving across the country? There’s often a lot of stress that comes with long distance moving. However, cross country moves can also create fun memories! To ensure your long-distance move goes smoothly, the experts at Bekins have put together a cross country packing list for your car. Do you have a spare key tucked away…

AMARILLO, TEXAS – A & W Transfer & Storage Co. is Bekins Van Lines’ Agent of the Month for June 2016 The award is given to the interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines that exemplifies founders John and Martin Bekins’ philosophy of putting customers first and the characteristics of quality, professionalism, empathy for customers, fellow…

Bekins Van Lines recently hired Paul Salmon as the Eastern Regional Sales Director. Salmon will oversee the growth of COD sales revenue for Bekins agents in the eastern region as well as assist with National Account sales acquisition and management. In addition, he will advise agents on sales and marketing strategy and serve as a…

Are you about to embark on a long-distance move? This life change means new opportunities for you, but it also means you’ll say goodbye to friends, neighbors, coworkers, and acquaintances who’ve been an important part of your life for years. Thanks to social media, you know you can easily stay in touch with these individuals.…