Dear valued clients,
Our business is continuing to operate as we navigate the current COVID-19 situation, and we are adapting our operations by practicing social distancing, and reiterating the practices of good hygiene, like frequent hand washing, providing hand sanitizer and gloves for the moving crews. We are also offering virtual onsites for current/ future clients during the current situation. We will do our best to keep our current clientele informed of any changes to current/ future moves.

As our client, your safety and health is our #1 priority during this state of emergency. Please consider the following guidelines to prepare for your move with us:

⚠ADVICE FOR CLIENTS REGARDING SETTING UP CONDITIONS FOR A MOVE: • Upon our arrival, please have your residence/ office/ items as ready as possible (cleaned/ sanitized and ventilated in advance) for the removal of your items. • It is recommended that you/ your representatives will keep, at a minimum, 6 feet of distance from our crew. Our crew members will keep, at a minimum, 6 feet of distance or more at the time of service. • You will assure continuous ventilation of the spaces we work in at all times. • Please provide dedicated bathroom(s), equipped with soap and paper towels for our crew members.

⚠LIMITATION OF LIABILITIES OF MOVING COMPANIES AND THEIR RIGHT TO CANCEL WORK (NATIONAL LOCAL MOVES): The Government has stated it is or will be implementing (as yet) measures to combat the spread of the virus. Such measures in place might impact our ability to provide services to you (including but not limited for us having to suspend or cancel in full the services) or the virus otherwise affects our ability to fulfill your relocation. This may place us in a position where we will not be able to accept any ability for any losses that may arise and we limit our liability accordingly. We are keeping the matter under careful review and will ensure that all customers are advised of any developments that may affect fulfillment of contracted services.

As our team at Homegrown Moving Company has been following updates, we are choosing to work with & adhere to the guidelines set forth by health officials and authorities. We want to do our part in mitigating the impact and spread of COVID-19 to the businesses and communities we serve, and we are implementing the following strategies to do so:

We have discussed with our team members what to do in the scenario that anyone is experiencing symptoms or may have been exposed to the virus. We have an understanding among ourselves to be transparent if somebody's not feeling good or may have been exposed. We understand the need to self quarantine for the proper amount of time, if this occurs, to avoid any further spread. In turn, we ask the same from our customers. In the event that you are feeling sick or may have been exposed, we are happy to make arrangements for another move date.

Use of examination gloves: Our teams will wear examination gloves while servicing moves as an additional hygiene measure and self protection. Gloves will be discarded after each move.

Due to the high demand of masks, we are unable to provide them at the moment, but if you would like masks to be provided for your move, please provide them and we can use them.

Our team will also have hand sanitizer, and we ask that they are allowed to use a sink or water source to wash their hands when available. Social distancing: Upon arrival to our customers' homes or offices, team members will follow the protocol of social distancing, allowing 6' between team members and you, our customer. We have always valued the professionalism and respect that accompany an introductory handshake, however during the COVID-19 outbreak, we ask that our customers understand for safety purposes that we will refrain from shaking hands or making physical contact.

Proper ventilation: In move settings when available, we request that our customers open outside doors and/or windows to increase air circulation. All of the above will be effective immediately and remain in place until April 20th, until we can reassess the situation and make further announcements. We strive to continue to practice CDC/ Federal / State/ WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines for health and safety to prevent contagion in our community.

Thank you, Homegrown Moving

Best Way to Pack a Box

If you are packing your own boxes yourself for a move, here’s some tips for the best way to pack a box. For starters, make sure you have a box in good condition and that it is taped well on the box. Put the box on the floor or a solid surface prior to packing it.

Heavy items on the bottom: If your box is mixed items, be sure to put the heavier items on the bottom. This will help it be more stable for both carrying and transport. Even if you are boxing up clothing, try placing jeans or heavy sweater on the bottom with lighter garments on top.
Pack it tight: To keep you boxes contents safe during the move, make sure that you pack your box tight or firmly. If items are loose, they will likely shift around and could become damaged. You want to have items to the top of the box, but do not overfill it to the point where pressure is needed to close it. If you do have a large amount of free space in a box try filling it with a loose blanket or clothing.
Wrap fragile items: Even though it can be way more time intensive, wrapping individual items that are delicate and fragile will go a long way for being boxed up. If doing so, try lining the box with packing paper or blankets as an added layer of safety. When wrapping your delicates, do 3-4 layers packing paper and tape it securely after. Again, make sure your items are packed firm so they don’t shift around and get damaged.
Be mindful of weight: Do not overload your box! It is worth the expense of buying additional boxes versus overfilling them. This can lead to a box splitting open and damaging items, as well as crushing other lighter boxes if it’s stacked on top of them. It also makes things dangerous for unpacking.

If you have questions or needs on packing or would like your free custom moving quote, contact us today at Homegrown Moving and Storage Company of Colorado! We are here to help make your next move an easy one!

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