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Let
Ace assist you with your move or relocation. Below are some
tips to help you with your moving process. For more
tips/information on moving/relocating please feel free to
contact a friendly representative at Ace.
Moving
INTO or OUT OF Alaska
Why
Hire A Moving Company?
You
are not simply moving into or out of the state of Alaska. You
are R-E-L-O-C-A-T-I-N-G. This process of relocation involves
preparation. Relocation usually does not happen within
a few weeks, but usually takes anywhere from 90-120 days!
Inevitably,
somewhere in the preparation stage you're wondering if you can
save time and money by just simply leasing a container,
filling it yourself, closing the doors and having it hauled
away ... and, in a few weeks, plop it on your lawn, empty it
out and Voila! .. you're moved!
Sounds
easy, right? Here are some of the most common advantages and
disadvantages of a Container Move.
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Container
Move Advantages
- The
container drops in the street
- You
put everything into it including your vehicle
- You
secure the items to keep them from bouncing around while
in transit
- The
container arrives at your destination and is parked in
the street.
- You
unload everything including your car
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Container
Move Disadvantages
- You
must find a ramp to get into and out of your container
.. including one for your car (if shipped).
- You
must know how to pack all of your items in an optimal
configuration because you're paying by the linear foot.
- You
must know how to pack all of your items in an optimal
configuration to keep the load tight, but not crush the
bottom items.
- You
must know how to secure all of your items to keep them
from bouncing around, especially if you are shipping
your car inside.
- You
have to supply your own dollys, walkboard, shipping
blankets, and load bars for the bulk-head
- You
must know how to build a proper bulk-head.
- You
must know how to configure or build chocks, as well as
tie-downs for your vehicle.
- There
is a greater increase for damage if your container
travels by rail due to frequent jarring during car
hookups and disconnects.
- You
will be incurring ALL liability for any damage which
occurs during transit.
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Why
Hire Ace Delivery & Moving?
Ace gives you two options:
OPTION1: (Shipper Packs).
If you will pack all of the boxes, Ace will blanket wrap all
furniture, load into a 45', 50' or 53' long, high-cube
air-ride trailer, put in the bulk-head, transport and unload
into a first floor single family residence at your destination
in Anchorage, AK.
OPTION2: (Full Service). For a
slightly higher fee, Ace will pack all of the boxes being
shipped (packing materials included), blanket wrap all
furniture, load into a 45', 50' or 53' long, high-cube
air-ride trailer, put in the bulk-head, transport and unload
into a first floor single family residence at your destination
in Anchorage, AK.
Our
best advice to you and your family during your relocation is
to become involved in the moving process.
- Call Ace
Delivery & Moving for a free estimate (toll-free
866.291.6683)
- Obtain a
Change
of Address Form from the Post Office (notify them of
your move) Keep family, friends, and others updated:
- Banks,
Insurance Companies, & Financial Institutions
- Charge/Credit
Card Companies o Doctors, Dentists, & other service
providers
- IRS -
1-800-829-1040 (Form 8822)
- Obtain Medical,
Dental, Vision records to take with you
- Have Carpets,
Drapes, Furniture, and clothing cleaned
- Disconnect and
clean appliances in preparation for move
- Properly empty
or discard flammable or hazardous material (oil, antifreeze,
cleaning products, paint)
- Keep track of
moving receipts (many moving expenses are tax deductible)
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