How can portable storage help with all the things that can go wrong with a move? When packing and moving to a new home, several things can go wrong, potentially leading to stress, damage, and additional costs. Here are some common issues, and how Capsule Portable Stooge Containers here in the DFW area can help.
1. Emotional and Physical Stress
- Fatigue: Physical strain from moving heavy items in and out of trucks.
- Emotional Toll: Stress from the overall process of moving.
- CAPSULE can Help: This is where Capsule Portable storage really creates value for our customers. You reduce the physical labor by moving once, at ground level into a container, then once to unload. By comparison, you have to pack UP a ramp into a truck, unpack into storage, then do it all again in reverse when the house is ready. The emotional side is alleviate by doing this at your own pace and avoiding a rush. Moving is stressful and unfortunately, closings or things change which is why the flexible option for portable storage can adjust to those exchanges as fast as they happen.
2. Transportation Problems
- Vehicle Issues: Breakdowns or insufficient space in the moving vehicle.
- Improper Loading: Poorly loaded items can shift and get damaged.
- Traffic and Delays: Unexpected delays during the move.
- CAPSULE can Help: Portable storage is designed to leave the actual logistic to us. You pack, we provide the space and trucks. You don’t have to worry if someone will secure the glass mirror because you’ll be the one doing it. Portable storage is designed to bridge the gap between one home an the other.
3. Miscommunication
- With Movers: Misunderstandings about what needs to be moved.
- With New Residents: Issues with access to the new home if previous residents haven’t moved out on time.
- CAPSULE can Help: COMMUNICATION is a core value of our company that every team member strives to effectively execute. Read our reviews, and one of the top comment sis about our ability to effetely and consistently communicate with our customers every step of the way making the move and any changes that happen easily manageable.
- Three of Capsule’s core values that illuminate through to our customers is : Communication, Reliability, and and Urgency.
4. Poor Planning
- Last-Minute Packing: Rushing can lead to forgotten items and disorganization.
- Underestimating Time: Not allocating enough time for packing can cause delays.
- CAPSULE can Help: Load at your own pace. get a 8×16 container delivered days or weeks before you need to be out. pack at your own pace and use the time to organize and do it properly.
5. Improper Packing Techniques
- Damage to Items: Fragile items not properly protected can break.
- Disorganized Packing: Items packed haphazardly can be hard to find and unpack.
- CAPSULE can Help: Your the one loading, and you are in control, of what’s packed, how its packed, and how it’s handled. Load at your own pace. get a 8×16 container delivered days or weeks before you need to be out. If it’s disorganized, it’s your disorganized and you still know what’s where.
6. Weather Conditions
- Bad Weather: Rain or snow can damage items and make moving more difficult.
- CAPSULE can Help: The more time the better. Capsule is designed to stand up to the harsh and ever changing Texas climate. Steel roofs, and walls, allow you to keep you belongings on or off stie and keep them safe and secure from the elements.
7. Loss or Theft
- Unsecured Items: Valuables not securely packed can be lost or stolen.
- Misplaced Boxes: Boxes left behind or mixed up in transit.
- CAPSULE can Help: You’re the one loading, and you are in control, that includes the locks and security. It can remain at your location on your property until it’s time to move. Or if Capsule stores it for you, you would still possess the keys to the lock. The Capsule storage facility is not 24/7 and all containers are stacked door to door to prevent any attempts at mischief. to date and over 6 years we have not had any theft from our Capsules at our storage facility.
8. Furniture and Large Items
- Disassembly Issues: Not disassembling furniture properly packing and loading.
- Reassembly Problems: Missing parts or hardware for reassembling furniture.
- CAPSULE can Help: Because your loading at ground level, and our remote machine can load the containers while keeping them level, some items may not need to be completely disassembled. with the 8 feet wide and 16ft long inside you can easily position all household items inside with a little pre thought to packing.
9. Unexpected Costs
- Hidden Fees: Additional costs from movers or rental services.
- CAPSULE can Help: We give you all the costs upfront. our pricing model is designed to protect you when things change or go wrong. We have a rental fee, that does not change based on you or us storing the capsules. then we have transport fees each time we move based on your location. we do not charge a milage fee that is TBD after the fact. we give you the costs before hand base on the zip codes you are goin to and from.
Tips to Mitigate These of moving with Portable storage
- Get a Quote and the make and online reservation with Capsule Portable storage.
- You can call us too at 817-517-5802
- Plan Ahead: Start packing early and create a detailed timeline.
- Gather Supplies: Ensure you have enough boxes, tape, markers, and packing materials.
- Label Clearly: Label boxes with their contents and destination room.
- Pack Smart: Use proper packing techniques to protect fragile items and distribute weight evenly.
- Communicate: Clearly communicate with movers, family, and utility companies.
- Prepare for the Weather: Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly.
- Secure Valuables: Keep important documents and valuable items with you.
- Check Utilities: Arrange for utility disconnection and reconnection ahead of time.
- Take Care of Yourself: Stay hydrated, take breaks, and don’t overexert yourself.
Capsule Portable storage is a local, independent, and family owned company that exclusively services the Dallas Fort worth area with 8×16 portable storage containers for relocation or storage needs.