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Four Things To Do When You Are Running Out Of Room On Your Box Truck Rental
If you are moving and packing up your box truck, you may be in a rush to get the packing over with. One of the worst feelings during packing is realizing that you are running out of room on the truck for the rest of your boxes. Here are four ways to deal with running out of room on your moving truck. 1. Add a small trailer The best thing about a box van is that the towing capacity is decent.
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Safely And Legally Moving Across State Lines With Firearms
Many moving companies have a list of items they absolutely will not handle, and firearms are typically at the top. This can put gun owners moving long-distance to other states in a bit of a bind, because they can easily get themselves into legal hot water or accidentally injure someone if they move their firearms the wrong way. Here's what you need to know to safely and legally move your guns from one state to another.
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Brighten Up Your Business Bathrooms With LED-Lighted Mirrors
Whether your company sees clients and customers on a regular basis or you just have a large office building with plenty of employees, the restrooms should be a clean, attractive place. Incorporating updated features like installing new mirrors surrounded by LED lights is a great way to add a modern touch to your company restrooms that includes other added benefits. If you're considering changing up the bathrooms in your company, here's some helpful information about LED mirrors that you should know.
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Want Outdoor Greenery? Three Types Of Businesses That Can Provide You With Options
If you are looking to add a little more green to your surroundings outside, you might automatically gravitate toward a landscaping business for help. While that is perfectly normal, you may be missing out on other businesses that can provide you with greenery. The following is just a sample of the types of businesses that can set you up with green things and what options each of them can offer you.
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Saving Your Plumbing System Through Water Conditioning
If you live in an area with hard water, you may have already noticed rust, scaling and other problems within your pipes and appliances. This gradual buildup of minerals and corrosion can impact the flow rate, taste and chemical composition of your water, and it can dramatically reduce the longevity of your appliances. Thankfully, you aren't stuck with hard water simply because of where you live. A water conditioning system can help soften your water, prevent the development of scaling and reduce unpleasant tastes or odors, prolonging the lifespan of your plumbing in the process.
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3 Tips For Keeping Insects Out Of A Storage Unit
When you rent a new self-storage unit, you hope there won't be a pest problem. Unfortunately, even when the facility does their part in avoiding pests, some might make their way into your unit. Here are some tips for preventing pests like ants, spiders, cockroaches, and rodents from your stored items. Use Lidded Containers One of the best ways you can keep insects and rodents out of your storage unit is to stop using cardboard boxes.
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3 Reasons To Pressure Wash Your Home
If you are like most home owners, it is very important to you to keep your home in the best condition possible over the years. You not only want it to be structurally sound, but you also likely want it to look aesthetically beautiful. Pressure washing your home can help with both of these things. You can easily purchase or rent a pressure washer to clean your home, and it is going to be well worth the money you spend.
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3 Things That Should Go In Your Storage Unit Before Spring
Having a storage unit can be a great way to cut down on the amount of clutter and unnecessary items that fill up your home. For example, it's a great place to keep seasonal items that you won't need for the next few months. If you want to get your home ready for spring, consider moving these items to your storage unit before the weather starts warming up. 1. Holiday Decorations
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5 Ways Your Storage Unit Can Help You When You're Moving
Moving is one of the most stressful and cumbersome processes in life. If you're trying to arrange for an upcoming move between your old home and new home, you might want to put some thought into how a storage unit, such as 1st Stop Storage, can make the process go more smoothly. The following are five ways you can put your storage unit to use during your move to take some of the stress out of the huge task of relocating your belongings:
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Paying For Funeral Costs When Someone You Love Is A Victim Of Homicide
When someone dies as a result of a violent crime, friends and family members are left dealing with a lot of emotional and financial fall-out, not the least of which is dealing with the expense of a funeral. A traditional funeral now costs between $7,000 and $10,000. Funeral directors estimate that only one murder victim out of ten has life insurance. What can families of the deceased do when they lack the funds for a funeral?
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