When creating a budget for a move, you must first ask yourselves, what is the absolute most we can afford to pay for this move? Imagine getting the full service – professional packers coming into your home and packing everything up for you, not lifting a finger while the movers do all the work on […]
High Five Friday: Mitch from Barrie
This week’s High Five Friday goes to Mitch Aucoin from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Barrie. Over here at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, we stand apart from other moving companies because our focus is on exceptional customer service. All of our movers, packers, drivers and customer service representatives work hard to give each customer a […]
Overcoming Clutter and Hoarding When You Move
When planning a move, getting rid of unnecessary items before packing is essential. Gathering enough moving boxes and moving supplies will be easier if you pare down your possessions. Many people struggle with clutter in their households. There are some, however, who struggle with something even worse: hoarding. Clutter consists of items you haven’t gotten […]
“The Real Estate Talk Show” Radio Interview with Dan Hopkins
A few weeks ago, our Chief Operating Officer, Dan Hopkins, was on “The Real Estate Talk Show” on AM 640 radio, hosted by Erin Giannini and Erin McCoy. Dan talked about June 30 being the busiest moving day of the year in Canada. He also discussed what makes TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® stand out […]
High Five Friday: Special “Team” Edition – Toronto Central
It’s another special Team Edition of High Five Friday. This week we’re recognizing Two Men And A Truck® Toronto Central. We asked Toronto Central’s Owner and General Manager John Bailey to say a little something about his team. Here are his comments, in his own words: “Two Men And A Truck® Toronto Central would like […]
Brides and Grooms Combining Households for the First Time
First-time brides and grooms are older than ever before, according to recent census figures. The median age for men marrying for the first time is now 28 and it’s 26 for women – that’s 30 per cent older than in 1960. Because today’s first marriages are occurring later in life – not to mention second […]
Moving Tips for Summer Heatwave Safety
Summer is well known as the busiest moving season of the year. The kids are out of school, you’ve got some vacation time saved up – it works best for everyone. With the hot summer weather rolling in, it’s time to think about taking safety precautions when moving during summer heatwaves. Here are some tips […]
High Five Friday: Special “Team” Edition – Ottawa West
This week’s special “Team” edition of High Five Friday goes to the entire TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Ottawa West team. Ottawa West had such an amazing month, we’re recognizing them all! Here’s a congratulatory message from Ottawa West’s Owner, Lyne Vincent: Our team has made significant achievement during the month of June. We have […]
Home Maintenance Moving Checklist: To-Do Before and After Moving
There are many things to check around the house before you move. Our Home Maintenance Moving Checklist will help keep you on track. Smoke Alarms and C02 Alarms These alarm batteries should be replaced twice a year. A good rule of thumb is to replace them every spring and fall during the time change. Spring Forward, […]
Moving in Canada: Canadian-Specific Moving Tips for The Great Canadian Blog Bash
The Great Canadian Blog Bash is a yearly event where Canadians from across the blogosphere get together and celebrate just what it means to be Canadian. For the Great Canadian Blog Bash we’re sharing some Canadian-specific moving tips. Canada Moving Tips June 30th and July 1st are the busiest moving days of the year in […]