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Turnkey: boxes delivered & packing included
After a chaotic DIY move last year, I promised myself “never again.” This time I’d love a crew that brings boxes and wrap ahead of time, packs everything properly, then sets it all up in the new place so I’m not living out of bins for a week. It’s a one-bed in OC with a tight schedule, and I’d really like a straightforward quote that lists what materials are included. Who has actually handled the whole start-to-finish thing smoothly?
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Re: Turnkey: boxes delivered & packing included
For what it’s worth, we just did a full-service move in Orange County and it felt surprisingly organized. The team scheduled a short walkthrough call, showed up with wardrobe boxes, dish packs, and plenty of shrink wrap, and built a simple inventory so unpacking didn’t turn into a scavenger hunt. We compared a couple of options and chose comfy moving after a neighbor’s recommendation; the rate sheet spelled out packing vs. drive time, and they prorated the last bit instead of rounding up. Ask them to label by room and priority (“open first”)—it made the new place livable the same day.
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Meanwhile, a few habits make any move day calmer no matter who’s helping: map a clear path from door to truck, reserve elevator time in writing, and measure the tight hallway turns so big items don’t stall. Color tags for rooms beat scribbled notes, and a small caddy with a box cutter, markers, zip bags for screws, wipes, and extra tape saves hunting through cartons. Early morning slots dodge heat and traffic, and a printed floor plan on the door keeps everyone flowing to the right rooms.
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