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Have you ever wondered how heavy a grandfather clock might be? Yes, we’re talking about those massive six to eight feet in height, long case, freestanding, weight-driven clocks (also referred to as pendulum clocks), which are widely appreciated for their decorative and  antique value . If you have ever had a chance to take a close look at those mechanical pieces of art, you’ve probably noticed their fine ornaments, stylish finishing and complicated, fine-tuned clockwork comprised of numerous gears and springs. One question naturally occurring, is  how to properly move such a heavy and delicate timekeeping device , whether in home, across the street to a new home, moving to a new city nearby, or even shipping it overseas without doing any harm to its exterior, glass parts and fine mechanics. As it usually appears in life, there is no singe rule that can apply for all cases and pretending to be completely comprehensive and accurate, so we can provide you with a li...

If you are planning on moving overseas, it is important to consider different means of transport you could use. Traveling by a plane or a car to another country is not an issue when you have from 1 to 6 suitcases, but what If you are relocating your entire home? It might be cheaper to buy new furniture overseas and deliver it to your new home. It will be also easier and less hassle, because finding the right delivery service can take a lot of effort. If you have fragile and valuable belongings, for example, a crystal chandelier or a vase, which you would like to bring with you to your new place, you might want to consider removal companies on their own, rather than packing it all in boxes and taking them with you on a plane. Removal services on international scale could be found in many countries, as most of them have offices everywhere in big cities or country’s  capital . There is a big choice of moving companies, if you are starting from there, but make sure they can do inter...

It’s the week before your move, and the situation has gone DEFCON 3 in your house. And things are veering closer and closer to DEFCON 1. You’ve run out of boxes twice, full rolls of packing tape are a distant memory, and every drawer in your home feels like a vortex of packing misery. In between frantically dragging your unwanted gear to the curb and trying to use socks as precious-items packing material, you realize you’ll never get all this stuff out of here in time on your own. You’re going to need  help . But do you break down and call in the pros or beg your friends? Before you decide (or curl up in a corner, assume a fetal position, and stare catatonically at the walls), try weighing these three factors: 1. Distance “The longer the move the harder it becomes, so we always recommend professionals for long-distance moves,” says  Jan Reid , CEO of  All Over Movers  in  Oklahoma City, OK . If you’re moving to a new city ...

The winter can be a great time to move. Most Americans move between May and September, and the winter is notoriously slow for apartment hunting – which means you're more likely to get a great deal on an apartment and  save on your moving costs . The downside to moving into your new place in winter is that you deal with the weather. Even if the sun has been beating down all week, a sudden blizzard might pop up just as you're pulling away in your car. Here are a few cold weather  moving tips  for a safe transition: 1. Keep an eye on the weather.  Periodically check weather reports, and keep an eye on the weather map for approaching storm fronts that could inhibit your move. Even if you've been watching for a few days, weather is fickle and may change with little warning. You should also keep an eye on traffic reports. Plan the route to your new apartment around roads that have stalled traffic. Avoiding busy streets during poor weather will help keep you and yo...