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Burst washing machine hoses have to be one of the most common causes of catastrophic water damage in homes.  When I find rubber hoses used to connect the washing machine, I often mention to my clients that it's a good idea to replace them. Especially upon moving or relocating them.  As rubber ages, it loses its flexibility.  After being subjected to water hammer over and over for many years, the rubber washing machine hose is eventually going to fail, and it's going to be one heck of a mess.  Here are a few suggestions to lower the risk of your washing machine hoses suddenly bursting. Turn off the water supply when not in use Washing machine manufacturers actually tell you to do this in their installation instructions.  The text below comes directly from a Maytag washing machine user manual.   I can tell you from experience that it's extremely rare for anyone to actually do this. Replace your old rubber hoses regularly ...

Long-term storage Long-term storage is charged on a monthly basis with a one month minimum. After the first month, the cost of storage is prorated on a weekly basis. We charge for overnight storage on a per-night basis, with rates varying based on season and availability. Overnight On-Truck Storage Unloading into storage after moving out and then loading out storage before moving in requires double the amount of labor and is therefore much more costly. To get a quote please call office at (502) 266-7777 or email sales@alocalvan.com Click here for storage rates in Louisville, KY

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So you just purchased your dream home in the Louisville area, and at the moment life couldn’t be sweeter. The problem is that you have that you have to get everything that you own from your current location to your new house. If you can afford it, hiring movers is something that is well worth the cost. The problem is choosing the right one. There are many movers in Louisville KY  to choose from, and with a little preparation, your decision can be made a bit easier. Here are a few tips to get you started. First things first, do your homework. If you have had any family or friends that have moved in the last five years, then consult with them to see how their movers performed. Talking to someone that you trust is often the best source of information when it comes to choosing movers. If you can’t consult any friends or family about choosing a mover, then you need to do your own homework and the internet can be a good source of information. With sites like Angie’s List and...

Moving is a HUGE life decision. You must think it over carefully before packing your bags and booking a moving company . To make it easier, and less stressful, choosing the right time for you to move can be crucial to the process… winter can be too cold, summer can be way too hot. So, to help you make the decision on what time is right for you, we’ve compiled a list to help make your decision on when to move – local or long distance – based on costs and a variety of other factors that can come into play… Moving based on Cost Peak season – In the moving industry, peak season is from May-August.  In order to keep your moving costs on budget, these would be the priciest months to move. However, they are usually the most convenient and comfortable (based on weather). Weekends  – Since most people are busy with work and other important things during weekdays, and people can’t always afford to take time off, many book their moves...