Whether you’re moving in Kansas City from across town or moving to another city or state, there are a few things you should do before you begin unpacking your belongings. Some of these tasks can be done before your possession even go on the moving truck to make the move easier and less stressful. Our KC residential movers suggest that you: Have utilities such as water, gas, and electricity switched on and in your name prior to the move (check out yourmovehelper.com). Don’t forget the trash service, you will need this service almost instantly as you start unpacking. Have a professional cleaning company clean your home from top to bottom. Make certain smoke or carbon monoxide detectors and security alarms are in good working order. Paint any rooms or areas that need it before you start settling in. Whether you need to refinish the cabinets or have all the walls painted, it’s much easier when your belonging aren’t already in place. What about the floors? Whether you want to replace the tile or have new carpets installed, these larger projects are more easily accomplished before you move all those boxes in. Window coverings. For most homeowners, it takes several days to get all those boxes unpacked and all the furnishings in place. You’ll want to put blinds, shades, curtains, or even a blanket up over windows in bedrooms, baths, or other areas where you want to feel more secure. Change the locks. It’s always a good idea to have all locks changed as soon as you possibly can. When someone else has lived in the home prior to your moving in, you have no idea how many people may have keys/access! At Metro Wide Movers, our Kansas City moving company wants to make your experience as pleasant and stress-free as possible. Call us today, and make the move effortlessly.
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Moving Season Tips
TIPS FOR MOVING DURING PEAK SEASON
- May, June, July and August are the busiest months
- The beginning and end of each month has the greatest demand
- Morning time slots are the most desired and first to get booked
- Weekends are the most sought after days for moving
- Schedule at least two weeks in advance to get the best availability
- Dates before Memorial Day and after Labor Day are less busy
- Weekdays are busy, but have less demand than weekends
- Schedule a 3 man crew to speed up move

Single Parent in Kansas City Who’s Moving? Helpful Tips
Single Parent in Kansas City Who’s Moving? Helpful Tips
Unfortunately, there are lots of single parents today not only in KC, but across the country. Moving to a new home is difficult enough, without having to corral the children and figure out what to do while you’re in the process. As trusted Kansas City residential movers, we have a few tips we think single parents will find helpful.
First, make sure you plan ahead. Whether you need grandparents or a babysitter to watch the kids while the majority of the moving is done, know ahead of time what’s going on. Planning your move will be a lot easier when you know how the kids will be taken care of or occupied.
Depending on their ages, let them be involved in the process. Letting the kids participate can be helpful in adjusting to the move, and they’ll also feel that they’re needed and important.
Be familiar with your soon-to-be neighborhood. Are there parks and activities in the area that are kid-friendly? You can research on the Internet to find places and activities your children will love. It’s also a good idea to make a trip to the community prior to your move, so your kids will look forward to your new home before you arrive.
Don’t be shy about asking for help! Whether from family members, friends, or neighbors most people you know well will be happy to help out. This applies not only to watching the kids, but helping with packing or other tasks. When you’re a single parent, you need all the help you can get!
At Metrowide Movers, our Kansas City residential movers are dedicated to helping make your move as easy as possible. Our knowledgeable office staff is eager to help. Learn more about our moving services by contacting us at 816-350-2000.

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Tips to Make the Move Easier for Your Kansas City Moving Company
Tips to Help Make the Move Easier for Your Kansas City Moving Company
Whether you’re moving to a new home in KC or are a business owner who’s moving your offices across town, there are a few things you can do to make the move less stressful on your Kansas City moving company! Even professionals can become tired and weary at the end of the day, and injuries aren’t uncommon in an industry where we’re doing a lot of “heavy lifting!” Here are our tops on things you can do to help make our job easier.
First, do you best to make sure boxes are less than 30 lbs. when possible. In some cases you can’t adhere to this “rule,” but never pack a box that weighs 50 lbs. or more. This is asking for trouble, not only in terms of possible back or other injuries for you moving team, but to your belongings should box seams or tape burst. Super-heavy boxes are double trouble.
Boxes with no place to grasp them can be a challenge to pick up or carry. Why not make some handles yourself, and make it easier on your movers? Using a utility knife, simply cut out a “v” shape on each side for carrying, leaving the top flap of the “v” attached so you can fold them in. Easy-peasy!
Make sure everything’s packed up and clearly labeled. For movers who have a schedule to stick to, time is money. Make sure all your belongings are packed up and placed in a central area close to walls, as this gives the crew room to move around. Descriptive labels help the movers know what goes where when they arrive at your new location.
If your Kansas City movers did a good job, don’t they deserve a tip? Imagine if you’d had to climb up and down steps or stairs 40 times in sweltering summer heat or during winter when sidewalks and surfaces are often ice or snow covered. It’s a tough physical job! If you appreciate your movers’ efforts, show it.
At Metrowide Movers, we’re dedicated to making your move as seamless and easy as possible. As the Metro Area’s “GoTo’ Kansas City Moving Company for more than 10 years, we care for your belongings as if they were our own. Call us today!

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KC Mover Offers Tips on Moving IKEA Furniture
IKEA is a big name in home furnishings today, and although it’s not of the quality of solid oak or other expensive furniture, people love it for its simplicity and the fact that it’s budget-friendly. If you’re moving in the Kansas City area and have IKEA furniture, you may be curious about the best way to move it.
Before we get to the tips, if you’re planning to buy IKEA furniture but there isn’t a store in the area you’re moving to, why not buy before you make the move? Because of the way it’s packed (usually flat packaging), your furniture will be safe during the move – and it will be easy to make room on the moving truck!
IKEA furniture moving tips
First, be sure to disassemble your IKEA furniture, as this reduces the risk of damage and makes moving easier because it requires less space. Toss a quilt or blanket over your furniture so it won’t get damaged or scratched, then the next step is to . . .
Make sure you label each piece! It’s a lot easier to take something apart than it is to put it back together, so make sure you label each piece. Most of us don’t bother to keep assembly instructions once we’ve put something together, so labeling is important. You’ll also want to keep all fasteners/screws for different pieces of furniture in separate (labeled) bags.
Use your cell phone to take photos of each piece while you’re taking your furniture apart. You’ll find this step a lifesaver!
When all else fails, you can find assembly instructions online at no cost. IKEA provides instructions for their furniture, which you can find here.
Last but certainly not least, choose a reputable Kansas City moving company to ensure great care is taken with all of your furnishings and belongings throughout the entire process!
Fast, efficient, and professional, Metrowide Movers is a family owned KC residential mover committed to making your move as seamless as possible. Contact us today for a free quote! 816-350-2000

Tips for Moving with Pets for Kansas City Homeowners
- First, if you can make arrangements to leave your pet with a friend, family member, or a kennel for a day or two. This helps reduce the stress on your pet – and you don’t have to try to keep up with where he/she is.
- Prepare an overnight kit complete with everything you’ll need when you first arrive at your new home. Nothing’s more frustrating than trying to figure out what box Fido’s food, toys, and grooming tools are in!
- Once you’ve got the majority of your belongings moved, transport your pet in your own vehicle. Place your dog or cat in a carrier and consider covering it to help keep your pet calm. If your pet is already used to riding in your car, you shouldn’t have any problems.
- After you arrive at your new home and have most of your belongings put in place, confine your pet to one area for a couple of days. This makes the process of adjusting to new surroundings easier, and just like people, pets need to become familiar with a new environment. Gradually introduce your pet to other areas of the new house.
- Be sure to give your pet plenty of attention and try to make him feel at home. Give your dog/cat favorite play toys, food and water, a favorite blanket, all the things that made your pet comfortable at your former home.
Looking to adopt a pet in Kansas City, here is a link to a great organization Kansas City Pet Project in KCMO.