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California Moving & Storage Association 2020 Membership Certificate

Jan 22, 2020

Atlas Transfer & Storage Co. was re-certified as a member of the California Moving & Storage Association in January 2020. About The California Moving & Storage Association The California Moving and Storage Association (also known as the CMSA) is a non-profit trade association that represents licensed and insured California moving companies. The CMSA offers its members many tools and resources to assist with regulatory and compliance issues. The CMSA not only …

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Tips For Moving Out Of State With Kids

Sep 17, 2019

You’ve made a big decision. It is time to seize a new opportunity in life, but the only sticking point is that you have to uproot your family and move out of state. While relocating is exciting, it can also be stressful and difficult for kids to handle on an emotional level. Here are some great tips on making a move out of state more agreeable with the young people in …

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What To Do When The Movers Are Moving

Aug 09, 2019

The big moment has finally arrived. After weeks (or months) of packing and decluttering, it’s finally moving day. Anyone who has ever relocated has seen the hurricane of activity that begins once the moving truck arrives. People often wonder what they should do once the movers get to work. Here are some great tips on moving day etiquette and how to best to use your time. Take A Final Look …

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Pet Travel By Car Checklist

Jul 16, 2019

When moving time comes, there is a lot to think about before the big day arrives. While we take special care to make sure we packed Grandma’s holiday dishes with plenty of bubble wrap and labeled every box, it is also critical to plan properly for the safe transportation of our beloved pets. Traveling by car with animals during the moving process can work out just fine, but there are some important …

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The Benefits of Hiring Professional Movers

May 20, 2019

There are several benefits in hiring professional movers if you’re making a move locally or long distance. Moving is a stressful time for many of us, and finding a dependable local or long-distance moving company can make the transition much smoother. There are many variables to consider when weighing the options of hiring professional help versus taking on the task yourself. Moving yourself can be inefficient, time consuming, and stressful, especially if damage to …

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When Should I Start Packing to Move?

Apr 25, 2019

For those of you in the early planning stages of a residential, local or long distance move, figuring out when you should start packing to move is one of the first things to think about. The next logical question is how to start packing for a move. If you are having a difficult time figuring out when you should start packing, feel free to call the professional movers at Atlas Transfer & Storage. We have …

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How Big Of A Moving Truck Do I Need?

Mar 06, 2019

What Size Truck Do You Need for Your Move? You just found out you have to move. Time to get stressed out, you tell yourself. The anxiety sets in and you start to panic. The last thing you should be worried about? What size truck you need for your move! You won’t have to deal with that and many of the other logistical challenges that come with a move with …

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2019 Women’s Choice Award

Feb 08, 2019

Allied Van Lines Receives 4th Straight Women’s Choice Award in 2019 for Most Recommended Moving Company Allied Van Lines is your moving company of choice for your next move whether it’s local, long distance, international, military or even a corporate relocation. Moving is already a stressful process so you shouldn’t need to worry about the actual logistics of moving all your belongings. Allied Van Lines is one of the largest moving networks in …

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2018 Allied Van Lines State Magnet Report

Jan 23, 2019

Allied Van Lines has released its annual State Magnet Report for 2018. Allied Van Lines Top Destinations Allied Van Lines top destinations states in 2018 from highest to lowest volume order were: Florida, Texas, California, Arizona and North Carolina. Florida has consistently been a top destination for Allied consumers for the past five years. Allied Van Lines has been the mover of choice for the snowbirds who flock to Florida for the …

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Helpful Hints When Moving in the Winter Months

Nov 02, 2018

If you are planning a move this winter, we wanted to share some practical advice when scheduling third-party vendors during the move process. In cold weather conditions, we do not recommend scheduling third-party servicing on the day of delivery for items such as your wine refrigerator, washing machine or dryer, icemaker, electrical or computer equipment or grandfather clock. It is important to allow time for these items to adjust to …

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