Author Archives: Billy Cole

The Best Neighborhoods in Garland, TX

Moving to Garland, TX? There are so many great things about the Lonestar State, and living in Garland is just one of them. Where else can you find cowboys, real barbecue, longhorns, a cultural mecca, diversity, and a sense of pride in where you’re from? We believe Garland is one of the best places to […]

Best Way to Transfer Medical Records When Moving

Moving from one home to another involves more than uprooting your family and personal belongings. It also involves a complicated series of transitions that ranges from choosing new doctors to switching schools. Each one has to be carefully planned out in order for things to go smoothly. Whether you’re moving locally or over a long […]

7 Apartment Moving Hacks in Dallas

Moving from one apartment to the next can be an exciting adventure marking the latest chapter in your life. But it can also be one of the most stressful. Here at Around the Clock Moving & Storage, we know a thing or two about residential moves in and around Dallas. We’ll make it a little easier on […]

How to Protect Your Vacant Home

Vacant homes can mean the potential for disaster, especially if you still own it. Perhaps you purchased a new home and moved in already, but your old home hasn’t been sold yet. Or, maybe you’re going on an extended vacation for the summer. Even if you’re going away for a week, it’s important to safeguard your home to […]

What’s the Catch with Free Moving Boxes?

It’s nice not to have to pay for things once in a while — especially when you’re moving because there are so many expenses you have to worry about. But one area you shouldn’t cut corners on is packing. Boxes in particular. If you’ve ever moved before, you know cardboard boxes can be the biggest […]

Smart Ways to Avoid Moving Scams

No one wants to be a victim of a moving fraud. But smart people repeatedly make silly mistakes when hiring a mover for their residential moves. The chance for scams is high out there, folks. Not everyone has your best interests at heart. First off, what’s a moving scam exactly? This term refers to fraudulent activities […]

To Pack or Not to Pack: That is the Question

Arguably the most challenging part of any move, packing can send even the most organized control freak into a tailspin. Not only do you have to get every room packed up completely, you have to do it the right way. But on top of that, you have to remember that many movers have a list of prohibited items they […]

FAQs on Buying and Moving to a Tiny House

If you want to get in on the tiny house movement, now’s the time. This is an affordable, minimalist way to live, and it’s sweeping the nation thanks to shows like HGTV’s “Tiny House Revolution” and “Tiny House Hunters.” Not only are tiny houses adorable, they’re also practical and affordable. Many people looking to capture the dream of homeownership […]

Tips for Moving Your Garden

You may be moving your home, but who says you have to leave your garden? Why not take it with you (or least part of it)? After all, you’ve put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into your garden, only to leave it behind for the new owners to take over. The worst part […]

Finding the Right Neighborhood for Your Next Move

Even if you know which town you want to live in next, it can be tough narrowing down your choices to a particular neighborhood that’s right for you and your family. From the quality of the school system to proximity to your workplace, there are many factors that play into this decision. Let’s go over […]