Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

You’ve found a home. You’ve started packing up. You’ve realized that hiring a moving company is the best approach to getting you to your new home. That’s a great start! Then, you start to think about…

There are many reasons you may need to rent a storage unit. Whether you’re looking for a place to store a few things while you renovate or a longer-term solution after downsizing your home, there are…

Let’s face the facts: any and all moves can be a big challenge. When you have a household move in the works, you want every second available to plan. Yet there are times in life when…

Some people love city life, but pandemic lockdowns have caused claustrophobia and lust for open space. Suburbanites have felt isolated and miss encounters at the coffee shop and children’s play dates and long for more activity. …

There are a number of situations where long-term storage units are a huge help: For those moving overseas who need a place to store the things they can’t part with. Storing seasonal items which would otherwise…

When you imagine moving, you probably imagine yourself sitting in your new living room. Maybe you’re looking out your new window with your morning coffee. Or you see yourself waking up in your new bedroom. What…

When planning a move, ‘where’ is only one of several considerations. You also have to think about ‘how’ (FlatRate can help with that!) and ‘when.’ From weather to cost to timing, there are plenty of reasons…

So you’ve signed the lease, packed your things, scheduled the movers (and if you haven’t – contact FlatRate today!) but there’s one major thing you might be forgetting – updating your address. From the post office…

Moving can be risky business. Heavy items, strenuous all day work, and lots of movement. Here are a few tips to stay safe and reduce your risk both during and after a pandemic. Don’t Lift Heavy…