28, Oct 2024
Is there such a thing as a stress-free move? Yes! It’s a move managed by the Out of Chaos team. We take care of all the details before, during, and after your move. We often hear horror stories about household moves gone wrong, but we won’t let that happen! The… Read more
17, Jun 2024
When you move to a new home, packing your household goods can feel overwhelming. It’s tempting to use your linens and clothing to pack your possessions, saving time and costs. However, for a smooth transition and to ensure your belongings arrive safely, it is essential to use proper packing materials…. Read more
18, Dec 2023
Recently, a Chu On That… newsletter subscriber said they were ready to relocate to a smaller home. The problem was that they lived in their house for over 30 years and had no idea where to start. It’s a common situation – and it can be very stressful. Luckily, with… Read more
23, Oct 2023
Whenever the Out of Chaos team executes a Stress-Free move, we use moving boxes or plastic totes. While we have plenty of experience packing fragile items, sometimes we find objects that need more protection than standard moving boxes can provide. In these instances, we arrange for custom crating. It is… Read more
14, Aug 2023
When we think about temporary relocations, the image that most often comes to mind is a college student living in a dorm for the school year and returning home for the holidays. However, there are many other reasons why people move to transient housing. For instance, I am renovating my… Read more
17, Jul 2023
As I’ve often said, many people look forward to living in a new home even though the process of moving can be overwhelming. We’ve helped hundreds of people transition from one home to another over the last 20 years, so today, we’re sharing these tips that can help make moving… Read more
20, Mar 2023
Did you know that 44% of Americans who moved to a new home admitted to crying at least once during the process? I assume the results of a Canadian survey would be similar. The survey also indicates that over 50% of Americans have some regrets about moving to a new… Read more
20, Feb 2023
Moving abroad is challenging. You must adjust or re-adjust to a new climate and culture. But, before you go, you’ll need to create a household inventory for an international move. What is an Inventory? Simply put, an inventory is a detailed listing of all your household goods – everything from… Read more
16, Jan 2023
The Out of Chaos team has helped hundreds of people relocate to a new home during our 20+ years in business. Over that time, we helped people organize, pack, and move to a new home. Read below for our top 10 tips for taking the stress out of your next… Read more
19, Dec 2022
Often clients ask me how many moving boxes they need for a move. The answer depends on the household. A minimalist living in a studio apartment might use 20 or 30 moving boxes, whereas a family in a 4-bedroom home would require over 200. But it isn’t just the number… Read more
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