FlatRate Moving Blog

Congratulations on finally moving to the Big Apple! Home of thousands of movies and the background to many of the world's favorite stories, New York City undeniably has its own magic. Rumor has it that if…

Moving is a process made of multiple parts and naturally, planning plays a big role when preparing for the big day. After decades of moving people forward, FlatRate has learned that the secret for a stress-free move…

At FlatRate Moving we get faced with the question from clients everyday if we have any recommendations to sell lightly used furniture items. Moving in NYC can be a yearly task for some and no two…

Contrary to popular belief, moving is much more than just relocating your inventory from point A to point B. Although packing and transporting are crucial parts of the moving process, there are a series of services that…

Heavier furniture tends to be well made and therefore requires extra care when moving. Despite the sheer size and weight, it tends to be fragile and oftentimes valuable. While gathering a few friends may seem like…

When it comes to moving delicate furniture, the best bet is to always leave the hard work to the professionals. Sturdy items like pianos, pool tables, patio furniture and high-end art usually require specialized treatment and…

If you are moving soon, there's a chance you probably saved the dreaded kitchen packing for last. Out of all the rooms in your home, the kitchen is always the most difficult to pack — there…

You’d be surprised, but sometimes moving alone can actually cost you more. Here are the main reasons why you should hire professional movers to do the heavy lifting for you.  Too often, we make the mistake of…