George Moving and Storage Blog

It’s sometimes hard to see the silver-lining when a family situation or new job has required you to move during the holidays. With holidays being a stressful time of year, in general, adding a move can sometimes be a difficult task. But, over here at George – we are glass half-full-types of people –...

Nothing spreads holiday cheer quite like a free parking spot during a busy shopping day. That’s why Pittsburgh City Council recently approved a moratorium on all parking fees at street meters and city owned parking lots on Friday and Saturdays until Christmas day in order to encourage local shoppers...

The holidays are just around the corner, which means time with friends and lots of parties. If you just moved or are about to move – you’re probably looking for a quick and easy way to enjoy your home, but not go overboard. Here are a few quick tips for ways to prepare for the upcoming holiday seaso...

Whether you just moved into your new home or you’re trying to sell your home, winter always presents itself with new challenges your home’s maintenance routine. As the temperatures drop, lots of things can be affected, so it’s important to be prepared and tuck away this list so you can be ready for...

Announcing that you’ve moved should be fun! I mean, everything up to this point has had to be so serious, so why not give your friends and family a chuckle with these hilarious moving announcement cards. Whether you appreciate a little dry, quirky or slap-stick humor – there’s an option from every...

When the coffee shops start selling pumpkin spiced lattes, that means that fall is around the corner. Pittsburgh is the perfect place to celebrate the colors and the change of season. Some of our favorite months include pumpkin, apple and fall festivals. For a list of some of the best fall festiva...

If you’re in the middle part of your decision and trying to decide which mover to pick, we wanted to lay a few things out for you to consider. And, not just from our marketing brochures, but from real people that have really moved with us. We think hearing it straight from the customer will help you...

Data by Zillow tells us a story about why people are moving or staying and it has a lot to do with family roots. Living closer to extended family is a higher priority for lower-income Americans. According to Zillow’s Housing Aspiration Report, when respondents were asked about the extent to which...

If you just moved, you might be wondering who lives in your neighborhood. It’s always a nice surprise to learn that there are families similar to your family close by. Maybe potential playmates for your kids? Someone to sip wine with on the front porch? Or maybe just some people to invite over for a...

As you consider your next move. Keep in mind there are some things to consider before hiring your next mover. At George we believe when our customers are informed, they can make better decisions for their family. 1.  We are All Created Equal: Movers come in many shapes and sizes – which means...