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How To Create A Moving Budget

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

The majority of people who move feel as if they don’t have the time to set up a moving budget. Not being prepared financially could cost you more in the end. Small items such as re stocking your kitchen shelves, new door mats or linens all ads up quickly. Before you do anything we highly recommend setting a budget in place so you will be prepared and aware of your spending. Please NOTE items listed below should be listed as individual line items.

Creating your Moving Budget Template

An easy way to create budget template is using a software program; Microsoft Word or Excel are the programs we would recommend. Excel will allow you to use formulas for easy calculations.

If you would prefer something a little less technical and just don’t feel like spending the time setting up a document on your computer, head down to your local office supply store and pick up a bookkeeper’s record book. You may need to make a few changed to the column titles or entry boxes, but it will give you the fundamental of expense tracking that you’ll need. Having a good calculator or adding machine handy will make things much easier as well.

Moving Rates

When hiring a moving company, you will need to inquire about the following:

  1. Get an in Home Estimate: Includes Labor and fuel charges. Receive estimates from 3 moving companies. Even if you haven’t made a decision on which company you will be choosing, add the highest estimate to your budget.
  2. Additional Insurance: Make sure additional insurance is in your estimate onto your total moving costs. You may want to check with you home owners policy as well.
  3. Services & Extra Charges: Could include arranging appliances, moving a piano, crating etc. Ask the moving company to include this in your quote. Extra charges may include accessorial charges, expedited service charge, flight charge, long haul charges, long carry charges and shuttle charges.
  4. Claims/damage costs: Add in 5 percent contingency rate based on the total moving company fees.  You may not need to include an amount here, but its better to be safe.
  5. Professional Packing: This is an optional service. Most moving companies design packing services based on your needs and will insure what they pack.

Do it yourself Moving

Moving yourself? Listed below are items you will need to include

  1. Truck Rental: Rental rate vary depending on the size of truck, whether you are moving one way or returning the truck to the same location, and what time of the month you will be renting the truck. Always inquire how many Km’s come free with the rental and what the charge is per Km’s after the daily allotted amount.
  2. Mileage/Fuel: Be sure to check with the rental agency as to how many Km’s your can expect per tank. If you are moving a fair distance find out the approximate cost of fuel along your route. Do this by going to the Fuel Calculator, a service offered b CAA.
  3. Insurance: Before calling your insurance and credit card companies, be sure to know the GVW on the vehicle being rented. Typically they do not cover any of the larger vehicles. If you are not covered by your own providers add in the insurance fee.
  4. Extra Equipment Rental: Dollies, loading ramp, blankets, furniture and mattress covers, boxes etc. Find out from the rental company the cost of renting/purchasing these items
  5. Incidentals: it’s better to plan for extra costs incase the price of fuel goes up, you make extra stops etc.

Travel to New Home:

  1. Transportation: If you taking a car as well as the moving truck, add into the costs for fuel, maintenance fees, such as oil, fluids and a pre-move check up. If you prefer, divide these costs into separate line items.
  2. Lodging: Research where you will be stopping along the way. Look into how much lodging will cost. Determine the amount of nights you will be staying and add this to your budget. You can check availability and rates online. www.expedia.com or www.hotels.com
  3. Meals: Including drinks and snacks, calculate the average meal per person.
  4. Child/Pet Care: Include in your fees any additional services you may require to care for family members or bets, before and after your move.
  5. Short Term Housing: If you and your family require short term housing include this into your budget.

Packing and Storage

  1. Packing: Determine the number of boxes, bubble wrap, news print, tape, labels, markers, mattress covers/padding you will be requiring and calculate the fee’s in as well. During an in home estimate your sales representative will be able to give you an idea of the quantity of items you will need to purchase.
  2. Storage Insurance: if you are storing valuables, include extra storage insurance to your budget so your items are covered. Note: Check with you home owners insurance to see if they will cover you for storage.

Selling Home/Moving from a Rental

  1. Commission: For sale of your home
  2. Lawyer/Title Fee’s
  3. Inspections/Appraisals
  4. Advertising
  5. Cleaning/Repairs
  6. Misc: Include additional purchases
  7. Breaking a lease: If you have moved out before the end of your lease or were unable to give your landlord enough notice, they may penalize you or keep you initial deposit.

Buying or Renting You New Home

  1. Lawyer Fee
  2. Title Search Fee
  3. Survey Fee
  4. Additional Fees
  5. Inspection/Appraisal
  6. Home or Apartment Insurance
  7. Redecorating Costs: This can be hard to determine. The best way to calculate is by looking at the largest room in your home and then which will need the most work or new items. Breakdown the costs (furniture, paint, fixtures, flooring etc.) and add it up. You can either do this for each room in your home or calculate an average cost for the entire home.
  8. Property Taxes/Strata Fees
  9. Utilities: Contact all the utility companies for pricing, or contact your current provider and inquire what they charge. Include telephone, cable, water, heat, electricity and any other services you currently have. For a rental unit, talk to you landlord and find out if any of these services are included in your rent.
  10. Apartment Rental Deposit
  11. Apartment Damage Deposit
  12. Apartment Pet Deposit
  13. Misc. Items could include parking space charges, garbage pick up, etc.

Total the Costs:

  1. Add up the total costs. This will be your subtotal line
  2. Multiply the subtotal by 5% (tax)
  3. Add the 5% to the subtotal to obtain your total moving costs

Now you have completed your budget, you may wish to try and find ways to save during your move and the real costs of moving before and after.

That wasn’t so bad, was it?

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Ferguson Moving on Youtube

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009

At one time, youtube was only there to entertain. Now it has become a site to not only entertain, but also to educate. Ferguson Moving & Storage has harnessed the power of youtube to offer informative tips and advice to people who are trying to decide on moving plans.

We have developed our own youtube channel so you can see all of the content that we have created for you. Thanks for considering Ferguson Moving & Storage, we hope to hear from you soon.

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Tips on loading a moving truck

Monday, December 28th, 2009

When you’re choosing a Vancouver mover, ask them how they typically load a moving truck. It sounds like a simple enough question, but it’s also one that could save you from choosing a poor mover.
For example, if you ask this and the response is we put the furniture in and then drive, then you are speaking to a company that simply wants to move your “stuff” and will treat it as such. If you get a response like first we blanket wrap all of your furniture in the home before it moves an inch, and we load the larger items first followed by the smaller items on top using professionally trained staff, then you are talking to a professional moving company.

At Ferguson Moving & Storage, we guarantee our services and moving rates in writing. After 9 decades of service in Vancouver, you should know, we haven’t been vancouvers best moving company by doing a poor job and taking advantage of people.

If you’re not 100% satisfied with your move, call us and we’ll make it right. GUARANTEED!

Kind regards,

Lorne MacInnes
Vice President
www.fergusonmoving.com

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Moving a piano with your futon mattress

Monday, December 21st, 2009

During the summer this year, my wife and I had been going to open houses in our neighbourhood. Some houses really stand out more than others. There was one my wife really liked and I just saw all the things that needed to be fixed. It needed a lot of work. One thing it had was a really nice baby grand piano. I don’t play, but I have moved hundreds of them. Anyway, about two months later, I receive a phone call from a family who got themselves into a bad spot. They called me because their piano was stuck. I found out they were loading their own u-haul and the got everything done except a piano and they had to be out of the house in two hours because the new owners were moving in and this piano was wedged in the front entrance! I asked for the location and I knew this was the same house I had seen with my wife. I was actually finishing up for my day so I was able to be there in about 20 minutes! All of our moving crews where either still working or had gone home for the day. So I offered to go by myself if they were able to give me a hand. When I showed up, they had the piano on it’s side, completely wrapped in shrink wrap, and laying on top of a futon mattress which was indeed wedged in the door. These guys were just trying to muscle this very nice piano out of the house and the piano was winning the fight. I told them if they could follow my direction, we could work together to solve this. First we had to move the piano back where it started. Next, we replaced the legs and stood the piano back up so we could start from the begining. Then we removed all of the shrink wrap and then removed the lid from its hinges. Next we blanket wrapped the piano and then put shrink wrap back on. We then placed the piano onto the piano skid I brought, strapped it down and placed the whole thing onto a 4 wheel cart and rolled it out to the truck, up the ramp and into the U-Haul truck. After getting it all secure the whole family came out and said I was a God! It felt really good just to help them out of their predicament.

My advice to anyone moving a piano is to hire professional piano movers in the first place. That’s one piece of furniture your buddies are not equipped to move. Especially if they tell you to use a futon mattress to slide it on!

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moving-tips

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009

There are lots of ways to help make your household move easier and smoother.

Read here for help to get your life, and your possessions, organized for a smooth move.

Also, be sure to watch our free packing tips videos!

Make a list.

Write everything down! You’ll thank yourself later. Before you pack even one box, create a simple record keeping system. Create a computer-printed list of numbers with a space to write the contents. Or have a spiral-bound notebook for the job. You’ll place a number on EVERY box you pack and list the contents on your list. Don’t put the list down unless it’s in a place you’ll call Packing Central. This is where you’ll find your labels, marking pens, box tape, and other supplies. When describing the box contents, be specific — “A-D files” is better than “files”, and “Tulip dishes” rather than “misc. kitchen”.

Have plenty of supplies.

You’ll need LOTS of boxes–probably more boxes than you think, and having enough boxes will make your life easier! Have about 10 boxes set aside to use for last minute items on moving day, such as bedding, clothing, and cleaning supplies. You’ll need strong plastic packing tape to close up the boxes securely. Use unprinted newsprint (newspaper can stain your items) or packing paper or bubble wrap to wrap and cushion household good. Again, you’ll need lots more supplies than you think, so get extra so the packing can go smoothly. Return any unused supplies after the truck is packed.

Utilize wardrobe boxes.

Tall wardrobe boxes are perfect for bulky, lightweight items such as comforters, pillows, and blankets, as well as clothes that need to remain hanging. Wardrobe boxes are 24″ wide. Measure the clothes in your closets (including coat closets) to see how many wardrobe boxes you’ll need. You can also use them for closet storage boxes, shoe boxes, and other bulky items such as fabric bolts, large baskets, or gift wrap tubes.

Strategize wardrobe box use.


Ferguson Moving & Storage will be happy to deliver boxes ahead of your moving day. Or if you’re doing the move yourself with a Penske rental truck, get things organized as early as possible. A few days before your move, fill some sturdy handled shopping bags with bulky closet items such as shoes, sweaters, belts, and jeans. On moving day, fill the bottom of the wardrobe boxes with some of the shopping bags, then add your hanging clothing. Pack hanging items tightly so things won’t move around and fall off of hangers. Finally, cover the shoulders of your clothes (a dry cleaning bag works well), then add a few purses or sweaters on top. You’ll have fewer boxes, and closet items remain together. Also, the shopping bags will make it easier to retrieve your belongings from the bottoms of a tall wardrobe box.

Color coordinate.


Designate a color for each room in the new home, such as yellow for kitchen, orange for dining room, etc. Apply colored stickers on the box near the box number. In your new home. Put a matching sticker on the door to each room. The movers will know where to put everything when they arrive at the destination. It’s also helpful to post a big sign on the wall in the room where you want boxes stacked, (”Boxes here please”) to keep them out of furniture and traffic areas.

Keep things together.


Insist on keeping things together when you or the movers are packing boxes. Keep bookends with books, light bulbs with lamps, and extension cords with appliances. Small, loose parts can be attached to the item they belong to with tape or placed in small envelopes — to keep picture hooks with pictures, shelf brackets with a bookcase, a special wrench and bolts with the wall unit. Keep larger corresponding items (such as a cable TV cord) in resealable bags, and tape these to the underside or back of the item. As a backup, have a “Parts Box” open on the kitchen counter and fill it with cables, cords, parts, pieces, brackets, or nails that are removed from any items of furniture. Keep this box with you, or mark it well with a rainbow of colored stickers so it can be easily located on move-in day.

Pack ahead.


Anything you can pack ahead will save you time on moving day. If it’s summer, get your winter clothes out of the way. You don’t really need 5 radios or TV’s around your house for the last few days there. Box up your shampoo and extra toothpaste and live out of a travel cosmetic case for the last week or two. Pare down cooking utensils and food supplies to bare essentials. Wastebaskets can also be packed (put things in them!) while you switch to using plastic grocery bags (hang them on a cabinet door or door handle to collect trash.)

Consolidate cleaning supplies.


If you must clean your old place after moving out, put together a kit of basic cleaning supplies and rags. Clean anything possible ahead of time (the inside of kitchen cupboards, the oven, windows, etc.), and if possible, vacuum each room as movers empty it.

Use your luggage.


Fill luggage and duffle bags with clothing, sheets, towels, and paper goods. Even for local moves you’ll be able to quickly spot your navy suitcase holding your favorite sweaters, whereas “Box #189″ might remain elusive for days.

Safeguard valued items.


It’s a good idea to keep valuable possessions, such as silverware, collections, or antiques, with you. Check your homeowner’s insurance to see how you are covered during the move, and if you need additional insurance from the mover. Also, find out what paperwork (receipts, appraisals, and photos) you might need to file a claim in case of loss.

Keep important papers with you.


Your list of “important” papers might include: birth certificates, school records, mover estimates, new job contacts, utility company numbers, recent bank records, current bills, phone lists, closing papers, realtor info, maps, and more. Don’t leave these with the movers. Keep them with you!

Personal boxes.


Use brightly colored storage tote boxes, one for each person. Let each family member fill theirs with items they’ll want ‘right away’ in the new home — a set of sheets, a towel, a couple of extension cords, a phone, nightlights, address book, pens and paper, keys, kleenex, and travel cosmetic case, and so on.

Moving may not be the most fun you’ve ever had, but planning ahead will go a long way toward making the process bearable.

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When moving into a bachelor apartment…

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

Bachelorette suites are a great way to go for singles who are looking to save a buck or two on rental fees.  Many of them come pre-furnished, so moving with your own things can tighten up space.  Follow these quick bachelorette moving guides to make life easier on yourself when first settling in.

Pack lightly.  It sounds simple, but it is effective.  There are probably lots of things you own that you never make use of.  Why carry them along with you?  Learn to live burden free with a bachelor suite.  The great thing about renting furnished spaces is that you can be ready to be on the move again – at your own timing.  Don’t give yourself the worries of having to get rid of too many things later on.

Clean and clear. With a furnished suite, you have no idea who has been there before or what kind of mess they might have left behind.  Either ask the landlord to make sure the place has been cleaned, or, if that’s not part of the contract, take a visit yourself before the move in day to spiff up the place before your boxes arrive and get in the way of doing the job later.  This way, if junk has been left behind or you find damages, you can report them to your landlord early on, to avoid confusion as to when the defects took place, and also to make clear who will be paying for the repairs.

Decorate!  This is the fun part.  Your suite will be small, and may seem un-homely, but you can make it yours by customizing it as much as your landlord will allow.  Here are some ideas to consider if painting or renovating is not an option:

  • Shelves – to store things high and against walls so they’re not spread out and taking up room where you need to stretch out and move around.
  • Photos and frames – most of the time you’ll be alone, so keep yourself in view of fond memories with friends by developing photos of ‘the good times’ and framing them.
  • Pictures – aside from personal photos, you may want to get some inspirational artwork up.  Get prints or paintings that go with the colour scheme of your bedding or the existing furniture.
  • Plants – they not only give fresh air, they bring life to a room.  Remember to keep them near sunlight so they’ll last longer and shine their radiance.
  • Blanket throws – these are great for both adding colour to a room and keeping you cozy while watching television or reading on the couch.
  • Baskets – wicker gives the feeling of being artistically crafted, so they’ve got personality, even if in reality they were machine made.  Still, they make great for organizing magazines, laundry, fruit, you name it.

Consider renting storage.  If you’ve had your own furniture in a previous home, it may not be practical to bring it along with you if the suite is already furnished.  Not only could your landlords be unhappy with the excess things in the way, too many things lying around can be hazardous in the event of a natural disaster.  For instance, in a fire, you’ll need to be able to exit quickly, and have access to windows.  In an earthquake, things piled high will topple and may leave you underneath a heap of collapse.

Finally, remember to still have invites.  Just because your place is small, doesn’t mean you can’t entertain.  After following the above tips, you should still have the space – and personality – in your suite to be able to have friends over for a fun-filled time, without being disturbed by a crowded atmosphere.

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Oh right, the clothes have to move too

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

When moving, we often think of the big things; furniture, books, plates, artwork…but neglect the closet!  And to think we approach it every day to get dressed… Well, surely you’ll need to put on some clothes after moving into your new home, and that task will probably be higher on your list of priorities than unpacking china at the start of operation settle-in. 

 

There are many ways to get your clothes moved over to your new closet.  They’ve all got their pros and cons, so chose the method that suits your personality, and situation, the best.

Wardrobe boxes.  These are top-notch. For the things that absolutely can’t get wrinkled, like business or special event clothing, getting a few wardrobe boxes are a must.  Get the whole family to share the space in these to save a few pennies. The video above shows how to pack a wardrobe carton.

Suitcases.  This is probably the best way to transport clothing – after all, this is what they were designed for.  In this case, pack as you would for a vacation, only don’t worry so much about layering and having enough undies for the trip.  Just keep things organized, and label if necessary so you’ll know where to find things when you need to unpack.  Also remember to roll, not fold, to increase the space capacity.  This method will keep clothes safe, but won’t help with wrinkles, so not recommended for fancy things like suites or ball gowns.

No matter what method you use, remember the following:

Keep clothes organized and labeled. This will help your unpacking project at the other end of the tunnel.

Secure the packing job.  Use tape to seal boxes and tie plastic bags so that clothes don’t go flying all over the place during the move.

Remember to bring enough to wear on the trip.  If your move will take a few days, keep a smaller bag of clothing that will be sufficient to keep you dressed and feeling clean on the way.  Don’t accidentally pack everything away and bury it deep within the truck, where you won’t have access to it for a looong time.

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Moving appliances safely and properly

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

Appliances will be a special sub-project of your move.  Though we wish it were so, these heavy-duty machines are not as easy as packing in a box or simply unplugging and carrying onto a truck.   In some cases, you’ll have to get a professional to do the job to ensure safety.  Whether something as large as a refrigerator or small as a microwave, keep these principles in mind when handling appliances for your move:

Clean out the buildup.  Stoves and vents will have oil residue on them that can leave stains on anything they touch.  Washing machines, dishwashers and refrigerators will have excess water lingering around in them.  Dryers may have insect nests in their vents. 

Be mindful of loose parts.  Fridge drawers, microwave plates, lint traps, hoses and so on will need to be wrapped up and packed separately to avoid movement during the move.  The tub inside the washing machine will either need to be bolted down or somehow secured with a manufacturer’s tool for doing so. 

Ask the experts.  Whether getting advice, ordering instruction manuals that go with your appliances, or hiring someone, make sure that you do things the right way when it comes to appliances.  This goes especially for the installation of your equipment when arriving at your new home.  Not all things will fit the way they did previously.  If you have an icemaker or water dispenser operating in your refrigerator, follow detailed instructions on handling the connections, or get a plumber to do it.  Where gas-powered appliances are concerned, hiring an expert a necessity, not an option.  An experienced professional will need to cut off the gas range and secure any lines or loose parts so as not to be a hazard during or after the move.   

Protect your investments.  Scratches and dents are a commonality when moving appliances.  Make sure you, or your movers are using lots of blankets to cover the surfaces of your machines so they still look as sharp in your new home as they did in your old one.  Also, either tape, or tie down the doors and openings of the appliances so they are not flying open during the ride to their new destination.

Transport safely.  Don’t push, pull or try to carry an appliance on your own.  It’s not worth the risk, both to good physical health and to the appliance itself.  Use a proper dolly meant for large items, and get help by working in a team with these ones.  Also use bungee cords or some other method of tying down the appliance to the dolly so that it doesn’t shift – a risk for damaging walls along the way.  It would even be best to think ahead about the route the appliance will take to get to and from the truck. 

With your appliances, it is better to be safe than be sorry.  Mishandling may have ugly consequences and, in the long run, may cost you more than the hassle of training yourself with manuals or hiring someone to move them properly.  When in doubt, get help.

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Making the most of a box

Friday, October 17th, 2008

Sure, it’s got four sides, a top and a bottom – but it may not be meant for moving.  For items that require care, or a large handling capacity (such as heavy books) , going to the nearest grocery or retail store for cardboard headed to the dumpster may not cut it. 

First thing to do is to get organized.  Find out an estimate of how many durable moving boxes you’ll need.  For lighter things (such as bedding), a box may not even be necessary.  What you want to look out for are things made of glass (dishware, frames, décor, etc.) or things that are otherwise heavy, even if they are not necessarily fragile (such as books or bathroom toiletries containing liquid, like shampoo bottles, etc.).  The fragile and weighty items will need special packing boxes that are more durable at the bottom, seal well at the top and come with packing material such as tape and bubble wrap.  Used boxes will have already lost much of their lifespan – think of all the travel and movement they would have gone through before even reaching the retail store you found them at.

Next, pack the big things first.  You may not end up filling the boxes right away.  Keep this analogy in mind:  filling a jar to the uttermost with rocks requires putting the big pieces in first, then letting the pebbles dribble into the crevices where there is still room to be occupied.  It works the same way with your moving objects.  After the larger items are in place, begin snuggling the smaller and medium-sized things in, arranging things so there is as little space as possible for shifting around during the move. 

When you’ve done your best to fill up as many empty spaces as possible in the boxes, don’t neglect the little holes – they can be hazardous to your valuables if there is ever a big shake in the moving process.  Use Styrofoam popcorn or bubble tape to cushion things against.  If you run out, you can always go homemade and make use of plastic grocery bags you were planning on throwing out anyway.  A great way to stay green in your move…

Finally, remember to stay organized.  Just because you want to put big things in boxes first, then little things, don’t let objects get out of place or you will have a hard time finding them later on.  Keep a list of categories that you will remember when unpacking.  For example, a certain set of boxes will contain only “kitchen ware” or “books” or “bathroom stuff”, and so on.  In other words, don’t put your shampoo with your kitchen plates just because it fits a hole! Of course, label all your boxes with as much detail as possible, even if you do end up doing a little mixing – that will make settling into your new destination a breeze.

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Making that new office a stunning thing to look at

Friday, October 17th, 2008

When moving an office, take advantage of the opportunity to make things more productive, and to add a little flare to your workspace.  Moving an office is stressful, but think of it as a positive event that will give you an excuse to improve your business and a sign that you’re growing – which means you’re heading in the right direction.

First, you’ll have to take care of all the practical things.  Make sure the phone lines are hooked up and the wiring for your Internet connections are in their right places.  For this, you’ll have to pre-consider where employees will sit and how large their desks and work areas will be.  Measuring tape could never have a better application – be as precise as possible BEFORE the move in day, so things will go smooth when you all arrive and begin settling in.

When you arrange furniture, imagine what your daily working life will be like.  Where will the printers, copiers and fax machines go?  Keep them in a central location where they can be within reach of all departments, or otherwise near offices of a work station.  Consider where the electrical outlets are.  If certain employees conduct constant outreach to customers, they should be in a place separate from those who work on the back end, to avoid nuisances and disturbances.  On the other hand, it wouldn’t be wise to put the incoming calls desk near a lunch room that may produce strange background noises over the phone.  If customers walk into your office, make sure people’s desks are arranged so that they are facing the entrance and can easily greet new faces for better service standards.

Most office furniture comes in standard colors and shapes, but there are ways to make your office unique for both showing off to guests and making employees feel as though they’re working for a dynamic company.  Here are some things to consider when decorating and furnishing:

  • Desks – it’s not hard to find unique styles by going to specialty stores that are not traditionally used for furnishing offices.  Some have glass surfaces which is a colour that won’t go out of style too soon.  Don’t opt for overly bright colours just because they’re in style now.  Trends change often, so it’s better to go with tradition.
  • Cubicles – some come in colours other than gray, but remember to see if they can be posted on easily, since some employees may have to put things up, like calendars or checklists. 
  • Lighting – different personalities in the work place will appreciate different shades of light.  The really technical who need to look at a computer screen all day will probably opt for something dim, whereas the idea-generators (architects, designers, etc.) will likely prefer more natural sunlight.  The meeting board room will need a variety of lighting for both conversation and viewing a screen for power points and/or other computerized presentations.  Instead of going for the bulbs that come with building, take on lamps and dimmers as well.
  • Paint – take a colour you like (not beige), and go down a few shades to make it neutral and long lasting.  For bolder colours, only splash one wall in a room, leaving the others at an off-white, which will be easier on the eye and brain concentration than plain white alone.  Use paint to give the office a ‘homey’ feel.
  • Chairs – make them comfortable, for the sake of your employees and their long hours.  Usually black will go with anything, so you can move them around to different offices as needed.

Finally, consider upgrades to your computer systems and software.  Since you’re making the move anyway, getting rid of old, outdated screens to replace with newer equipment may be worth the extra half mile.  This will truly give a ‘new’ feel to your new beginning at the new office, not to mention increasing your productivity and standard of operation.

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