There is no getting around it: pets are like family. And only taking the best care for them will do, so make sure that you have taken precautions and prepared for their departure as well as yours to assure that their move as well as yours is smooth and painless.  Check out the tips and insights into pet care while traveling:

• Make sure your pet is wearing identification and any required license tags in case they get lost.

• Ask your veterinarian for a copy of your pet’s medical history to take with you, and be sure all shots are current.

• Shortly before the move, your pets may become nervous because of all the unusual activity. Keep a close eye on them; stress may cause them to misbehave or run off. Consider looking into some holistic remedies for calming.

• When you move, take along a health certificate and a rabies vaccination certificate. The health certificate, signed by your veterinarian, says your pet is in good condition. The rabies certificate states when and where your pet was vaccinated.

• Look into the state that you are moving to and make sure that you are prepared for a quarantine period. In many cases your animal will need to be put into quarantine from anywhere from 30 to 120 days before you can take them home.

• After the move, give your pets time to adjust to the new neighborhood. Don’t let your pets roam freely until they learn where new “home” is now to avoid losing them.

• If you pet has an ID implant, remember to have updated contact information.
Follow these tips to make sure that your move is smooth and less stress on your loved ones!

Flying these days can truly be a pain in the behind with all of the rules and regulations nearly strangling the luxury right out of flying and travel overall. With the amount of terrorism that has flooded in the world these measures are thankfully made to protect our people nationwide and worldwide. As moving can be stressful enough and if you’re having to fly to your new home, the airport setting can make things much more strained and uncomfortable if you are not prepared and expecting what you have coming to you.

Bags Most airlines these days are going to charge you a fee for bags from anywhere from $15-$25 per bag. The second checked bag is also usually more expensive than the first. However if you are travelling on Southwest Airlines, you are granted 2 free bags to check–no hoops, no catches, just free. If you are looking to save or compare how much your favorite airline is charging per bag, check out http://www.airfarewatchdog.com/blog/3801089/airline-baggage-fees-chart-updated/

Carry On This luggage is a lot of times the preference for many to travel with–exclusively. Not only does it guarantee that your luggage arrives with you (as it is with you) but it also saves you, in most cases, loads of cash. The average carry on measurements 22″ x 14″ x 9″ or an average of 45″ total. Don’t depend on luggage that guarantees that it is “airline restriction friendly”–bring your measuring tape.

Pets Certain airlines let you carry on your animals for a reasonable fee on board if it can fit underneath your seat. If not, you must check your animal in the cargo storage area with the rest of the luggage. Also, check the regulations for your destination and see if there is a quarantine period to keep your dog (usually about 30 days)

Security Make sure that you don’t get caught up here! Have your Passport/ID ready along with your boarding pass. Once at the scanner area, take off your shoes, coat, scarfs, any metal on your body and put it in the bins. If carrying a computer, take it out of the bag and put it directly into a bin. Also, any liquids that you carry must be under 3 ounces and in a clear container. If you don’t adhere to the rules they don’t care how much your $70 shampoo scalp treatment is, it’ll go in the trash! For more info, check out http://www.tsa.gov/

Checking In You can usually check in online, or even on your iPhone if your airline has an application to do so. If you would like to expedite the process, check out the skycap area (usually outside of the airport terminal that your airline belongs to) these lines go much faster and are shorter. Have your ID/Passport and reservation code ready to go.

Astrology is used as a form of entertainment; however, checking your daily horoscope for entertainment is one thing, making a huge life change based on astrology- is another thing.

The major life change we are talking about is moving. For those who believe in the power of astrology to predict the future or determine personality traits, you might find relocation astrology as an important process if you’re thinking about moving to another city for a specific reason.

Relocation astrology is a fairly new method using ancient astrology techniques to determine the best locations for living and traveling. More and more people are contacting relocation astrologers because they are itching to get out of dodge and start over in a new city. It could be a family looking for a better place to live, someone looking for the ideal place to retire, someone moving just to make more money or perhaps an entrepreneur seeking an active city to start a business. Whatever the reason may be, a relocation astrologer will help you find the best city to fit your needs.

A relocation astrologer will begin by using your natal chart. Where you were born and the exact time you were born is important information needed to begin. According to most professionals, each person has 12 houses in their birth chart that help determine their personalities and needs, as well as their sun sign, moon sign and ascendant sign. Each house rules a certain realm of life, such as love, personal fulfillment, and career satisfaction. At the same time, the planets have certain energies and powers credited to them. It’s a long, complicating process but the astrologer will list the top five most favorable locations based on their findings to tell you what celestial experiences you will meet at each specific location. The findings usually cover emotional and physical influences as well as challenges and strengths that you may be faced with. So depending on what you’re looking for, you can use their findings to make your decisions on where to go next.

Even though the name is focused on people looking to relocate permanently, the relocation astrologer’s chart can also include cities the reader is temporarily seeking to conduct short term business, or locations they simply just want to visit. So if you’re planning to relocate, travel for business, or even just a weekend getaway, the relocation astrologer will let you in on astrological influences that will affect you in your new location.

*As always, an important rule of thumb is to seek a trustworthy professional before you trust someone with your personal information.

If you could move anywhere in the world where would you go? Seriously anywhere…  Think about it, from the deep sea reefs of Australia to the tallest snowcapped peak in Nepal all the way to the romantic setting of the Eiffel tower.  Well, it’s fun to think about but then, reality starts setting in and you might realize that the dream of moving to the sandy beaches of Fiji may not be possible for where you are at in life right now. But rest assured because if the day shall come where the option of moving to your dream destination becomes a possibility, we can and will help make it happen. Long story short, we will first get all your belongings to the coast, whether it be east or west, then from there your things will be loaded onto a ship bound for your destination. We will even go one step further and arrange for services at your destination to bring your items to your door. What a great welcome to your new home gift!

We have experience with moving people and things from all over the world! Just because it is a big world does not mean moving across it needs to become a big problem. We are experienced international movers, relocating people to places all over the world- Australia, Israel, France, Libya (that was a tricky one), Japan, Turkey, ect, ect, ect (and the world goes on).

We can move anyone literally anywhere in the WORLD, we are your international moving company. So when and if you ever need to move abroad, lets us be the ones to make it happen!

 From the moment you decide to move all the way until the day you are settled in your new destination, we are here for you, near far, wherever you are! We take pride in being an independent company and not becoming an agent of large anonymous van line. We also take pride in the name we have received as being one of the best moving companies in Northern Colorado as well as being locally owned. However, don’t be fooled to think that just because we represent Northern Colorado movers that we do not do nationwide moves. In fact, just recently, we unloaded a truck in Portland, OR which was then headed to Edgewood, WA then off to sin city, Las Vegas, NV before ever returning to Colorado.  We are constantly loading trucks and sending them to different places for different people and different reasons.

 Let’s just put it this way, our trucks get around… In a good way of course! Whether you are moving to Colorado or relocating from Colorado, we want to be your nationwide expert movers.  So, sit back and relax, just tell us when and where and we will take care of the rest. Trust us to take care of you.

If you’re moving across the country, relocating to Colorado, moving to Wyoming, or transferring to the east coast, we can help assist in your long distance move with our van lines. We are headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, but we move people across the country. We do national (and international) residential relocations and commercial moves. We even did a move to Nova Scotia, Canada! Check out our pictures from that move, it was an incredible experience. 

Van lines make it easier on you, the consumer and/or business owner when having to move your home or office long distance. We are certified and so are the people that work for us, and you can trust that we will bring you peace of mind for your long distance move, all in one piece. Have you and your wife decided to retire and move to a mountain city to ski all winter long? Are you and the family relocating to be in a warmer state because you don’t like the cold winds of Chicago? Has your office transferred you to a different office and now you need to move across the country to continue your job/career? If any of those moving situations apply to you, or someone you know, let us be your van line company. To get a free moving quote for our van lines, please contact us.

We are YOUR Removalists:

A removalist, which is just a fancy word for Moving Company, is crucial to your move especially if you are moving across the country, or moving internationally. Often, to save money, people will try to accomplish a move on their own, but what they find is it would have been worth the money spent to hire a moving company. Like our motto, “Peace of Mind. All in one Piece”, we believe in making our customers move as easy and seamless as possible. We know how stressful it can be, so we take care of you and your belongings, so you can worry other things like your work, family, and yourself.

We don’t just suggest a moving company to assist in your move because we are one, we suggest it because the safety of your belongings, and your own peace of mind, is important to us, and we know how important it is to you and your family. Make sure you check out some local moving companies and national moving companies and see what they have to offer. At least get a quote, read reviews, and see if it would be a fit!

Be careful when choosing a moving company, because some moving companies will slyly sneak in extra charges like mileage fees when getting estimates and quotes. Many times moving companies will charge for stairs, wardrobe boxes, moving pads, tape etc. You will want to make sure the moving company you choose will be devoted to your customer service and will not sneak in any extra charges without your knowledge. It is important that you are aware of any additional charges that may be tacked on when evaluating any potential movers. When looking for a reliable moving company, getting moving quotes requires a few simple steps. First of all you need to figure out what you need and what the potential moving company offers? Do you need a trailer rental, storage, or a van rental? We encourage you to ask around, use your social network to ask friends and family who they would recommend, tap into the resources that are sitting right in front of you. Request a relocation estimate from multiple companies.  When you do contact moving companies ask for an in person estimate, first impressions mean a lot and can work as a deciding factor. Make sure that you give the exact address of where you are moving that way the estimate will more accurate. Next, it’s important to estimate how much you will be moving and how many boxes you may need and make sure to relay this information to the company representative. Finally, make sure that the estimate that you do receive is binding so this way they don’t estimate you at a low cost and then charge higher. Don’t be afraid to ask for more information, and when you do, make sure you are getting the customer satisfaction that you are looking for when choosing a moving company. If you take this advice then we can ensure that you are on the right path to a smooth move and relocation.

If you are thinking about moving or relocating your business to the state of Colorado, there is one thing we must warn you about, the weather! Most people assume that Colorado is always snowing and freezing cold, however this is far from the truth (except for today of course). Unlike many states, Colorado does have four seasons. It may come as a surprise but Colorado has over 300 days of sunshine but that does not mean that is does not and will not get cold, in fact, we have weather that even the weather forecasters  have a hard time predicting. One day will be beautiful blue skies and the next will be a winter storm warning with school closures, take this last week for example. If you are moving to Colorado, we warn you to prepare yourself for all occasions because you will probably experience all four seasons in just one week. Rest assured that the people of Colorado seem to always find ways to enjoy their days outside whether it is hot or cold. However, moving in the hot heat or snowy conditions may not sound like a fun idea, but that’s where we come in. Let us help your transition by being the movers you turn to when moving to Colorado. Not only will we help move you into your new home, we’ll help you ease into the idea of the ever changing weather patterns. So we wanted to warn you of the weather in Colorado, to say the least, our weather patterns are unpredictable and keep you on your toes but that is what keeps Colorado an active place and don’t worry, we have outdoor activities for any weather occasion that may come as a surprise.

There are an unfortunate number of untrustworthy moving companies which pervade our industry and give it a bit of a black eye. There are, however, a number of ways to make sure you are hiring a moving company in Colorado with a good reputation, a history of successful moves, and protection for you and your property during the moving process.

We’ve compiled a list of things you should consider when searching for a moving company, inspired by suggestions from AMSA, the Better Business Bureau, and MovingScam.com:

Ask friends, relatives and co-workers about a reliable moving company in Colorado. A first-hand recommendation is far more reliable than ads from companies themselves.

Visit www.movingscam.com to make sure the mover you’re considering doesn’t have a sordid past! To find out which movers have deservedly bad reputations, MovingScam.com has a blacklist, an active message board, and a ton of helpful information.

If your move involves travel within the State of Colorado, don’t do business with a mover that is not registered with the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The PUC requires all movers to be registered, which in turn means they must have vehicle, cargo, and general liability insurance. You don’t want to use a moving company Colorado doesn’t list as having this kind of insurance. Hint: Look for their PUC # number placed prominently in their phone book advertising.

Check with the American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA) at www.moving.orgto find out more information about a company, and to see if the company is an AMSA member, or better yet, if they are an AMSA Certified Mover. Exodus is one of two in Colorado who are!

Make sure that you’re considering a moving company which Colorado’s Better Business Bureau lists as a member. Check the Bureau’s website at www.bbb.org. By the way: did you know that Exodus moved the Mountain States BBB in Northern Colorado?

Avoid Internet-sourced movers. Internet brokers are anonymous and can often be hard to track down when you have a dispute or dilemma. Many victims of moving scams report that they found the ‘virtual company’ online. A website (like ours!) is commonplace for businesses, but make sure to find a local, professional mover with a stellar reputation – a hometown firm that moves people nationwide, and who will give you a reasonable cost of moving estimate. (Beware low ball quotes that are “too good to be true.” They probably are!)

Make sure the company will not subcontract out your move. Clarify that the mover who gives you your cost of moving estimate will be the mover who shows up on moving day—if another mover appears, fire them on the spot!

Don’t be afraid to ask for as much information about your mover as possible: get Department of Transportation (DOT) license numbers, dates of operation, owners’ names, and references—which you should then follow up and call.

Make sure your mover does regular drug testing and full background checks of all their employees. And this should be mandatory: determine that they are on the payroll! You don’t want temporary, untrained labor borrowed for your job and then have them take off for parts unknown – with your stuff!

Get solid estimates, read the contracts line by line, and compare them.

Adequately cover your goods – most companies have several valuation options to cover your belongings.

At Exodus Moving & Storage, we’re very proud that we meet our own stringent standards for excellence. We’re not afraid to be held up against the competition, because we know our reputation and quality of service stand up to the test.

There are an unfortunate number of untrustworthy moving companies which pervade our industry and give it a bit of a black eye. There are, however, a number of ways to make sure you are hiring a moving company in Colorado with a good reputation, a history of successful moves, and protection for you and your property during the moving process.

We’ve compiled a list of things you should consider when searching for a moving company, inspired by suggestions from AMSA, the Better Business Bureau, and MovingScam.com:

• Ask friends, relatives and co-workers about a reliable moving company in Colorado. A first-hand recommendation is far more reliable than ads from companies themselves.

• Visit www.movingscam.com to make sure the mover you’re considering doesn’t have a sordid past! To find out which movers have deservedly bad reputations, MovingScam.com has a blacklist, an active message board, and a ton of helpful information.

• If your move involves travel within the State of Colorado, don’t do business with a mover that is not registered with the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The PUC requires all movers to be registered, which in turn means they must have vehicle, cargo, and general liability insurance. You don’t want to use a moving company Colorado doesn’t list as having this kind of insurance. Hint: Look for their PUC # number placed prominently in their phone book advertising.

• Check with the American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA) at www.moving.orgto find out more information about a company, and to see if the company is an AMSA member, or better yet, if they are an AMSA Certified Mover. Exodus is one of two in Colorado who are!

• Make sure that you’re considering a moving company which Colorado’s Better Business Bureau lists as a member. Check the Bureau’s website at www.bbb.org. By the way: did you know that Exodus moved the Mountain States BBB in Northern Colorado?

• Avoid Internet-sourced movers. Internet brokers are anonymous and can often be hard to track down when you have a dispute or dilemma. Many victims of moving scams report that they found the ‘virtual company’ online. A website (like ours!) is commonplace for businesses, but make sure to find a local, professional mover with a stellar reputation – a hometown firm that moves people nationwide, and who will give you a reasonable cost of moving estimate. (Beware low ball quotes that are “too good to be true.” They probably are!)

• Make sure the company will not subcontract out your move. Clarify that the mover who gives you your cost of moving estimate will be the mover who shows up on moving day—if another mover appears, fire them on the spot!

• Don’t be afraid to ask for as much information about your mover as possible: get Department of Transportation (DOT) license numbers, dates of operation, owners’ names, and references—which you should then follow up and call.

• Make sure your mover does regular drug testing and full background checks of all their employees. And this should be mandatory: determine that they are on the payroll! You don’t want temporary, untrained labor borrowed for your job and then have them take off for parts unknown – with your stuff!

• Get solid estimates, read the contracts line by line, and compare them.

• Adequately cover your goods – most companies have several valuation options to cover your belongings.

At Exodus Moving & Storage, we’re very proud that we meet our own stringent standards for excellence. We’re not afraid to be held up against the competition, because we know our reputation and quality of service stand up to the test.