American immigration guide

Moving is a very common phenomenon in the United States, and it is also a link that many American immigrants must experience in their lives. There are no migration restrictions and no hukou system in the United States. You don't need anyone's approval, or even call the police. Moving is also very convenient. There are specialized moving companies, some are responsible for moving in this city, and some are engaged in moving in different places. When moving, almost 100% people use cars as means of transportation, while others can use special moving cars. However, furniture is generally not moved, and most of them are sold on the spot. After moving, buy according to the size, color and style of the room. According to the statistics released by the American government, about 17% of people in the United States move every year. About 60% of the people who moved around moved in the same place, and the rest moved out of the town. This proportion has not changed much since 1970s. They moved for many reasons, some because of job changes, some to improve their living conditions, some to save money, some to take care of their loved ones, and so on. But the main reason is to change jobs.

First of all, first of all, packaging:

No matter where you move, the most important preparation for moving is packing. Don't underestimate this preparatory work. Cleaning up can save you time and effort when you move, and it is also convenient to clean up after moving. Personally, this is the most important thing in the whole moving process.

Packaging tips:

Before packing, you must prepare a pile of packing cartons, which must be cartons. Don't just find a few big woven bags or even big garbage bags instead. Packing in cartons is convenient for handling and stacking, and can also protect the packed things. People on Craigslist often give away packed cartons for free. Even if you can't get them for free, you can buy them yourself at The Home Depot. A piece is more than a piece, and it is not expensive.

Some people like sorting and packing, but according to the editor's experience of moving many times, packing by room is more effective, especially when you have lived in your previous house for a long time and the placement of things is clear. In the future, it will be more convenient to move to a new home and find things by room.

You also need to prepare a marker to clearly mark what is in each box. If you pack by room, you can label the master bedroom, bedside table, top three, etc. Fragile products must be clearly marked to attract the attention of moving workers.

Second, short-distance moving:

Short-distance movement is relatively cheaper and easier. If you want to save yourself some energy, you can find a moving company, because it is short and not expensive, but the rules of each moving company are different. Be sure to ask if there is a minimum consumption or time limit before booking. Some will charge you for materials or double the time on the way, or ask in advance to avoid the final bill.

But if you want to save money, you can rent a U-shaped car and move it yourself, which is especially suitable for families with few things. A small U-shaped car can be done in one trip, and the rent is about 20 yuan (mileage and fuel costs need to be calculated separately, usually within the same city 100 yuan), which is very cost-effective. But if you have heavy furniture, it is recommended not to move it yourself. Many places have very cheap labor, such as Mexican brothers. It is easy for people to handle things that we can only lift when we are exhausted, so it is worthwhile to spend some money on them, which is better than flashing.

Third, long-distance moving:

Some people have to move a few hours' drive or even across several States. This kind of long-distance moving suggests not to consider renting a truck to move by yourself. Everyone is safe to go out. After all, we are not professional truck drivers, and it is really unsafe to drive a big car for a long time. If you don't care about money or someone reimburses you for moving expenses, it's the easiest. Just find a moving company with a good reputation, and people will help you, saving trouble and effort. But most people still want to save some money. The common way is to rent a trailer. There is a special moving company to provide this service. They put the trailer in the place you specify, usually the size of a parking space. Then you pack it yourself, move it to the trailer, and let them know when it's finished. They will deliver the trailer to your destination.