Alaska Shipping for your Alaska MoveAlaska Terminals, Inc is based in beautiful Anchorage, Alaska with branch offices in Fairbanks, Alaska as well as in Seattle, Washington. For the best possible service, when shipping to Alaska or from Alaska, make certain your moving company has the ability to give you the care and attention that you need... from beginning to end. That's why you should call Alaska Terminals for your Alaska moving needs. As an Interstate shipping agent for Atlas Van Lines, our experienced staff, competitive pricing, secure warehouses, and modern equipment meet the highest standards of performance in the shipping industry, assuring you of a worry-free move! This is the type of quality service we have been providing since 1961. From our facilities in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Seattle, we offer a full range of relocation support for your Alaska move. The use of air freight services, containerized ocean transportation, as well as other non-traditional methods, is routine. No matter where in our great state of Alaska you are relocating to or from, we can create the right move for the most cost-effective and efficient delivery available!5 Ways to Make Moving Fun for the KidsWhether you have toddlers or teenagers, projecting a playful, upbeat attitude can go a long way towards making moving to a new home less about stress and loss and more about fun and adventure. Read More Before you Get an EstimateThe cost of an interstate move (between states) is usually based on the weight of your belongings and the distance they are shipped, plus the amount of packing and other services that you require; while the cost of an intrastate, or "local" move is generally based on a per-hour cost for the personnel and the number of vehicles that the mover provides (up to a certain distance, with longer distances based on the weight of your shipment and the mileage it is transported). The level of liability that the mover will cover in the event of loss or damage is generally less than would apply for an interstate move. Charges for interstate moves are based on the weight of your shipment and the distance that you are moving and are usually subject to higher level of liability by your mover in the event of a claim. Reference: Before you Get an Estiamte Planning Your MovePlanning is key to having a successful, stress-free move. Moving is one of the most stressful experiences one will have during their life. The last thing anyone wants is to hire a professional mover to assist them, and find out that their actual moving charges are going to be significantly more than they had estimated or there are damages sustained during the move and you aren't covered because your "professional" mover does not comply with industry standards or requirements. Below is a list of 5 tips for a successful move: Get an on-site inspection of your household goods. Movers often refer to this as a pre-move survey. Be careful of a company that only accepts cash or requires a large deposit before the move. Typically movers will require 50% payment based on actual moving charges, and the remaining 50% is paid upon delivery. Ask questions!!! The moving business is complex and has it's own jargon. Do not let any question you have go un-asked. Make sure your mover provides you with a copy of "Your Rights and Responsibilities When you Move" booklet. Use a ProMover.
Reference: Spotting Rogue Movers Before they Have Your Goods @ 2010 Migration PatternsEach year Atlas Van Lines analyzes interstate / cross-border moves to determine where the population is migrating. In 2010 Atlas performed almost 75,000 moves. It seems as though people are staying put due to the uncertain economic conditions, with over half of the states & territories seeing a balance in inbound & outbound traffic. Only 14 states/territories reported more inbound moves than outbound moves, which include Alaska, Kentucky, Maryland, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington DC, and Yukon Territory. These areas have a large amount of oil / gas industry jobs as well as government jobs, which draw people to these areas. Whereas states being hit the hardest by the Real Estate fall out are seeing balanced traffic. While states affected most by auto & manufacturing jobs are losing populations. Please take a moment to view the attached charts, as it is interesting to see where the population is migrating to and from.
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