Nancy Zafrani, general manager of New York-based Oz Moving & Storage, suggests asking potential movers:
- How long have you been helping people move?
- Are you licensed and how experienced are your movers?
- Do you offer any incentives for flexible dates or times?
Nancy Zafrani, general manager of Oz Moving & Storage, notes that it’s best to brush dirt and dust off all large outdoor equipment–including lawn mowers, edgers and wheelbarrows–before storing them for winter.
Livingetc: ‘Thinking about packing and doing it are two different things,’ explains Nancy Zafrani, General Manager of Oz Moving & Storage. ‘If you’re packing yourself, give yourself enough time. It can be extremely time-consuming and mentally exhausting, so don’t try to do it in a day. I recommend to start packing on average two weeks to a month in advance, spreading it out and not trying to do too much at once. When you don’t give yourself time to pack, you end up packing things you would otherwise toss, which is counterproductive.’
Refinery29: “Good clothes are like a beloved pet—they need consistent care, and if you’re serious about fashion you’ll want only the very best for your closet cuties. Love on your leather, dote on your denim, and shower your shoes with affection at any of the places on our list of first-rate experts in New York City service.”
U.S. News: “Make sure your children have their very favorite things with them. Clearly mark their boxes so they may be the first thing unpacked,” Zafrani says. “If your children are old enough you can allow them to decorate their own boxes before you pack them with paint, markers, crayons, stickers, colored duct tape – go crazy! This will give them something to do and also make it super easy to locate their boxes as they are coming off the truck.”
U.S. News: “Make sure your children have their very favorite things with them. Clearly mark their boxes so they may be the first thing unpacked,” Zafrani says. “If your children are old enough you can allow them to decorate their own boxes before you pack them with paint, markers, crayons, stickers, colored duct tape – go crazy! This will give them something to do and also make it super easy to locate their boxes as they are coming off the truck.”
Realtor: “By state regulation, moving companies are obligated to offer a basic per pound insurance. Known as “released value protection,” this basic coverage is typically set at 60 cents per pound, says Lavi Brill, director of on-site sales for New York City–based Oz Moving & Storage.”
Salon: “While there is no flat rate for moving tips, a good rule of thumb is to tip each of the movers $4 to $5 per hour,” recommends Nancy Zafrani, General Manager of Oz Moving & Storage. “So, if the moving process took 5 hours, it’s appropriate to tip each mover $20 to $25 for their service. For a day-long move that takes eight hours, tipping a maximum of $40 to each mover is appropriate.”
Consumer Affairs: “In some cases, it works. Gardner notes that many companies closely monitor social media and review sites and react quickly to resolve complaints. Nancy Zafrani, general manager of a major moving company, Oz Moving & Storage, says what consumers perceive as poor service can often be a breakdown in communication.”
Consumer Affairs: “In some cases, it works. Gardner notes that many companies closely monitor social media and review sites and react quickly to resolve complaints. Nancy Zafrani, general manager of a major moving company, Oz Moving & Storage, says what consumers perceive as poor service can often be a breakdown in communication.”
Apartment therapy: “But how much storage space do you need? It’s not exactly the riddle of the Sphinx, but underestimating the size of the storage space is one of the biggest mistakes customers make, according to Nancy Zafrani, general manager of Oz Moving & Storage in New York City. It’s all well and good to pile those boxes up — more on that in a moment — but not if you need frequent access to something you’ve stowed well out of reach.”
Food52: “While there is no flat rate for moving tips, a good rule of thumb is to tip each of the movers $4 to $5 per hour,” recommends Nancy Zafrani, General Manager of Oz Moving & Storage. “So, if the moving process took 5 hours, it’s appropriate to tip each mover $20 to $25 for their service. For a day-long move that takes eight hours, tipping a maximum of $40 to each mover is appropriate.”
The New York Times: Timing affects moving rates, said Nancy Zafrani, the general manager at Oz Moving & Storage, based in New York City. “There is a higher demand when leases are expiring,” she said. Because most leases expire at the beginning or end of the month, Ms. Zafrani said consumers could save money by moving in the middle of the month. “Off-peak discounts are common,” she said. “We offer more incentives and deals during the slower days and show more flexibility with pricing.”
Take The Lead Women: “More than anything, I love that this has always been the norm at Oz Moving & Storage, that we’ve had female leadership for nearly thirty years, have always brought onboard and promoted individuals for what they bring to the table and not what they look like.”
RadarOnline: “She’s moving out and on with her life. Emily Ratajkowski was spotted carrying cardboard boxes full of her belongings from the home she once shared with her husband, Sebastian Bear-McClard. Radar can confirm that the Gone Girl actress, 31, hired Oz Moving and Storage company to do the job on the heels of cheating rumors.”
NY Mag: “Perfect for high-maintenance storage: Full-service operation takes inventory, moves, and stores everything for you, saving a trip to the central Bronx facility.”
Brick Underground: “I recently made one of the best decisions of my life: I hired my movers to pack my stuff. What, you didn’t know this was even possible? Well it is, and it’s spectacular–and a lot more affordable than you might think.”
REALTOR® Magazine: “About 16.5 million households – or 38.7 million Americans – move annually. But Americans need to carefully screen those who help them move to make sure all goes smoothly in relocating their belongings.”
Business News Daily: “Much like moving to a new home, sometimes you know it’s time to move your small business to greener pastures. Whether you’re moving to a better location for sales, a place that will save you money or a larger space, it’s a big endeavor that takes a lot of planning.”
Apartment Therapy: “Before you pack one box in anticipation of your move to a co-op, you want to be sure you know everything about the building itself, whether it’s quirky rules, upcoming construction, or ongoing squabbles.”
Oregon Live: “The beauty of a storage unit is that you can put almost anything in there. The ugly side of self storage? People can put almost anything in there.”
FOX 29: “Even as the number of confirmed coronavirus cases has leveled off in recent weeks, moving companies say they remain inundated with requests from people leaving New York City.”
FOX Business: “It’s not just a few Upper West Siders who are fleeing New York: Moving companies say they’re swamped with calls from residents looking to ditch the city.”
PIXO: “In Manhattan, where an apartment is typically gone in a New York minute, more than 13,000 units are sitting empty, according to a new report by Miller Samuel and real estate giant Douglas Elliman.”
Mental Floss: “Your wine glasses are smashed to pieces, and your toiletries are nowhere to be found. No wonder moving day is the most stressful life event for 62 percent of adults, beating out divorce or a new job for 43 percent of people.”
FOX 5: “For some, there’s no task more tedious than moving in and out of your home. The schlepping, the lifting, the whole-day affair. But in the middle of this pandemic, it’s the paid movers who arguably are working harder than ever.”
CBS NEWS: “For some, there’s no task more tedious than moving in and out of your home. The schlepping, the lifting, the whole-day affair. But in the middle of this pandemic, it’s the paid movers who arguably are working harder than ever.”
Westchester Magazine: “When planning a major home renovation, it’s important to take into account the loss of living space. Some projects will allow you to stay at home, while some would require you to move out. In both cases, you would need to downsize in order to fit your belongings in the living space you have left or your temporary (probably furnished) domicile.”
Swaay: “having to start a new job is nothing short of challenging. However, having to move across the country in order to start a new job is even more nerve-racking. In fact, it is one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through.”