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A:We recommend that all clothes and items be removed from inside the furniture. This
includes all desks, dressers, armoires ... etc. This makes the furniture much lighter and easier to move. It also limits wear
and tear to your furniture during the move.
Generally the only items of furniture that can be safely moved with items still in them are small, light pieces of furniture containing very light belongings inside (sweaters, shirts, blouses, etc.). Be careful NOT to leave fragile items and anything that might spill or leak.
Generally the only items of furniture that can be safely moved with items still in them are small, light pieces of furniture containing very light belongings inside (sweaters, shirts, blouses, etc.). Be careful NOT to leave fragile items and anything that might spill or leak.
A: Marathon Moving & Delivery will always honor our moving commitments regardless of weather.
Unpredictable weather might slow down the job but weather is unavoidable. If your move occurs on an inclement weather
day, our movers will take precautions to protect floors and carpeting from excess dirt, soil, or snow. We can also use moving
pads to protect furniture from the elements.
A: If there is a choice, most moving companies suggest to avoid the summer, beginning or end
of the month and winter holidays. The heaviest demands are placed on trucks, equipment and personnel during these
periods. However, you should move when it's most convenient for you.
Factors involved in the decision may include:
• If the move can be scheduled for a time when trucks and trained personnel are most readily available, we will be better equipped to meet your deadlines for your move.
Factors involved in the decision may include:
- Whether the move must be made immediately.
- Transferring children during the school term.
• If the move can be scheduled for a time when trucks and trained personnel are most readily available, we will be better equipped to meet your deadlines for your move.
A: Most people prefer to have their household possessions, especially fragile items, professionally
packed by a moving company. However, if you decide to pack these items yourself, remember that the basic principles
of good packing include wrapping the items individually, providing plenty of cushioning and making sure of a firm pack.
Be sure to select a sturdy container with a lid. Place a 2 or 3 inch layer of crushed paper on the bottom of the carton as a cushion. Wrap each item individually with a soft material to provide a safe, protective "padded nest." Pack the heaviest items on the bottom, empty ones next, filling in empty spaces with crushed paper. Place plates on edges and glassware on rims for maximum protection.
Mark the carton "Fragile" and list the contents on the outside. Be sure to seal the carton with tape. Boxes, paper, tape and other packing materials may be purchased from Marathon for a very modest cost.
Be sure to select a sturdy container with a lid. Place a 2 or 3 inch layer of crushed paper on the bottom of the carton as a cushion. Wrap each item individually with a soft material to provide a safe, protective "padded nest." Pack the heaviest items on the bottom, empty ones next, filling in empty spaces with crushed paper. Place plates on edges and glassware on rims for maximum protection.
Mark the carton "Fragile" and list the contents on the outside. Be sure to seal the carton with tape. Boxes, paper, tape and other packing materials may be purchased from Marathon for a very modest cost.
A: Items of extraordinary value such as jewelry, money, antiques and stamp collections can
be included in your move, provided you notify us of these items before packing or moving day. However, we strongly
recommend that you carry irreplaceable and expensive articles with you, or make other arrangements for their transport.
A: Before your possessions are packed and loaded, it
is important that you understand which items cannot be shipped on our trucks because they represent a hazard. Listed
below are some common non-allowable items that you will need to address prior to your pack and load dates:
• HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - items that are flammable, corrosive or explosive.
• Examples include: Aerosols, Fireworks, Nail Polish, Ammonia, Gasoline, Batteries, Paint, Kerosene, Lamp Oil, Pesticides, Lighter Fluid, Loaded Guns, and Motor Oil.
• HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - items that are flammable, corrosive or explosive.
• Examples include: Aerosols, Fireworks, Nail Polish, Ammonia, Gasoline, Batteries, Paint, Kerosene, Lamp Oil, Pesticides, Lighter Fluid, Loaded Guns, and Motor Oil.
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