TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is ready to help - Rain or Shine

Online, December 3, 2009 (Newswire.com) - As the season changes, so does the weather - and so do the concerns individuals have as they start planning their move. It may seem impossible to complete a move during this time of year without problems; however, professionals at local moving franchise TWO MEN AND A TRUCK in Livermore are "season"-ed in these issues and have some tips for winter moves.

The foremost problem one would foresee is the weather. In the Bay Area, this means lots of rain. To help protect any furniture, you can purchase plastic slips or tarps to cover items in before the movers arrive. You can also try to arrange for parking to be as close to your location as possible to reduce the amount of time spent in the weather.

Another option for protecting furniture is to look for a mover who provides stretch-wrapping services, which is basically using an "industrial-sized saran wrap" to completely cover the item and protecting from dirt and liquid. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK explains that stretch-wrapping as well as padding with furniture pads is a service they provide with every move, regardless of weather, and it is included in their rates already so no extra fees are applied.

Rain is also a problem for the flooring in your home. As the movers walk in and out of a household, it is inevitable that water and possibly mud will be tracked in. Depending on the type of flooring, there are a number of options to keep the mess to a minimum. For all types of flooring, a very basic idea is to break boxes open and lay them flat on the floor, and then use tape to secure the boxes together and lay them across your walkways.

However, if you are looking for a faster solution, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has two other options. The first is specifically for carpeting and is called Carpet Shield. Carpet Shield is a thick, clear, plastic film with an adhesive side that lightly sticks to the carpet. The second option is Neoprene Runners which are specifically for hardwood or tile floors. The runners are made out of a spongy, rubber material much like a wetsuit and soak up the water.

Although it may take a little extra work and foresight to make it happen, your move will be done with no water damage to your new home or your furniture. In the end, you'll be glad that you got it done in time to spend the holidays in your brand new place.

For more information, please call Justin mason at (925) 456-6683, or email us at [email protected]