Frequently Asked Questions Questions & Answers Q: Whats the best way to prepare children for a move?
• Talk freely to your children about what the move will mean. • Keep to your normal routine as much as possible. • Keep familiar items (toys, books, blankets, teddy bears, etc.) out in the open and readily available (and don’t pack the blanket). • If possible, take your children to your new community before the move to acquaint them with their new surroundings. • Above all, listen to what your children have to say, and keep the lines of communication open and honest. Q: Why do movers sometimes put more than one household shipment on a trailer? A: In order to keep your costs down; the average trailer holds from 18,000 to 24,000 pounds-the equivalent of three to four household shipments. Q: Can a mover transport our plants and pets to our new home? A: Plants, perhaps. Pets, no. Federal regulations allow a mover to transport plants if the trip is fewer than 150 miles and under 24 hours. However, some states may want to quarantine them anyway. In the event that this should happen, your mov
