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Moving Household Goods (within California)

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Prepping for the move

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Having a prep list before you start moving is very handy. This article is shows you all about prepping for a move.

Packing Tips

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Packing is never as easy as it would seem. Knowing the good ways to do so is the best thing you can do to ensure a safe and successful move.

Suggestions

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

This is where we make many suggestions to you.

Utility Resources

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

This link will provide you with a list of resources for utilities.

Change Address Form

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:06:26 -0700

The USPS makes it super easy for you to change address right online!

Avoid Bandit Movers!

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The California moving & Storage Association (CMSA) has written an article on Bandit Movers that is a must read!

Calls to the CMSA consumer information line regarding 'Bandit Movers' are at an all time high. Eighty percent of the consumer calls are from victims of bandit movers – movers who appear to be legitimate in advertisements or on-line but, in fact, charge below market value prices, engage in unlawful practices, bully consumers into paying outrageous prices once the move is underway, and threaten to sell the personal goods if their demands are not fulfilled.

Boxing Tips

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

We recommend that you invest in new boxes for safety, damage protection and efficiency. It is necessary for us to stack boxes like building blocks in the van. If one box collapses, the whole tier may suffer. We can carry much more at a time if you use new, uniform boxes.

Avoid Labor Scams

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Movers work within the highest commercial risk category and must pay extortionately high insurance premiums in California. Regrettably, many employers try to avoid this added cost by secretly hiring day laborers to carry out the mundane tasks of the job.

It is unethical and illegal for a mover to arrive with untrained, uninsured laborers when you are paying for professional services.

The best prevention against labor scams is to hold suspect any mover who promises unusually low rates. In moving, an irrefutable law prevails...

Trade Association

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

What is your mover's professional affiliation? What standards does he work to uphold among his peers? Two valid markers of your mover's community involvement are the Better Business Bureau and The California Moving and Storage Association.

Rates

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Shop around and compare the prices charged by movers in your area. Local moves under
100 miles are usually billed at an hourly rate. Longer distances are based on weight and mileage. The PUC published booklet above describes how your expected bill will be calculated.

Service Quality

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The agent who represents a prospective company may or may not reflect the staff that arrives to perform the actual services. Verify the qualifications of your mover's service crew. Companies provide varying degrees of employee screening and training. Because of this, the moving industry spans a broad range of service quality. The actual movers who arrive to your appointment will invariably differ in their experience, physical ability, vocational skill level, communication aptitude, ethical standards, etc. By thoroughly researching the capabilities and qualities of a prospective company, you will assure your safety and satisfaction on the move date. Ask detailed questions and insist on documentation.

Unity Shoppe

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers, one of Santa Barbara’s most respected moving companies, has established its reputation for the highest quality customer service in the industry by developing a powerful, highly trained base of professional movers while keeping its administration small, involved, and available.

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation-Urban Miniature Golf

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers receives thanks for its contribution to the 2nd Annual Urban Miniature Golf Challenge.

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The Teddy Bear Cancer Foundations thanks University Movers for all their help and support of the organization and their familes.

Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara thanks University Movers for helping set up before a Halloween Event.

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation-In Kind Donation

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Nikki Katz, head of the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation thanks University Movers for their contributions to the community.

Recycle your E-Waste

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers has announced that they are now able to properly recycle all electronic waste left over during a move. And they will do it for you, free of charge.

Boxes, we need some stinkin' Boxes!

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers will now provide boxes for your move, and if you have any boxes left over, we will happily take them for you.

Environmental Moves

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Central Coast based University Movers has implemented two additional services that will make moving more environmentally and customer friendly.

Muscular Dystrophy Association Lock-up

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Joey Maida, Owner of University Movers, got locked up last week to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Thanks to everyone who donated to help bail him out. Here are some pictures of his time behind bars.

University Movers to help Sponsor local event at Girsh Park

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The foundation for Girsh Park, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality park and recreational facilities for the community, will be hosting an event open to the public. The event will take place on Sunday, September 19th in Girsh Park in Goleta and include a free concert headed by Spenser the Gardener, featuring musical group The New Cats.

University Movers Hires Leholm for Business Development

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers is happy to announce the addition of Cory Leholm as the head of Business Development.

University Movers Puts iPad to Work

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers has announced that it is now using iPad technology as a part of its new online infrastructure. In its effort to utilize new technology, University Movers began testing the iPad in August, and has been met with very positive results.

University Movers Earns A+ from Better Business Bureau

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers receives BBB's highest rating.

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation Hosts Holiday Party

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:53:05 -0700

University Movers will provide relocation services for the annual holiday party hosted by the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation.

Santa Barbara Foundation Moves to New Location

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:42:14 -0700

University Movers will relocate the Santa Barbara Foundation this weekend.

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation's Holiday Party

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:00:00 -0700

Recently we had the opportunity to help out the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation with their 5th annual pediatric oncology holiday party.

Its Fun to Move at the YMCA

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:01:28 -0700

University Movers delivers gym equipment to local YMCA.

Review Your Experience with University Movers

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:59:40 -0700

Please take a moment to write a review about your moving experience with University Movers

We Won Mover of the Year!!

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers wins top mover honors from The Montecito Journal

Univeristy Movers Sponsors First Time X Gamer

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0700

University Movers makes history as the first moving company to sponsor an X-Games athlete. South lake Tahoe native Trevor Ricioli competed in this years X-Games in the Mens Skiercross category.

Helping the Teddy bear Cancer Foundation

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:00:00 -0700

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation Expands!

We've Been Certified!!

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:51:13 -0700

We've been certified by the California Moving & Storage Association as a California ProMover!

University Movers Welcomes Newest Member

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:50:17 -0700

University Movers welcomes newest member John Norman to the team! John's official title is administrative manager but he will serve as the jack-of-all-trades.

MDA Lockup 2011

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 17:00:00 -0700

As a part of their ongoing commitment to the community John Norman and Joey Maida of University Movers donated some time to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

University Movers Celebrate 10 Years of Moving

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700

In need of a job while attending UCSB, Joey Maida and best friend Matt Jillson decided to employ themselves rather than work for someone else. “Even though we were very young we quickly understood that our niche in the moving industry was relationships,” Maida said. “Many moving companies can move a box from Point A to Point B, but are they trustworthy? Are they ethical? Do they communicate effectively? Are they people that you would want in your home, let alone spend the day with?”

BBB Hall of Fame

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 09:00:00 -0700

University Movers was inducted to the Better Business Bureau's Hall of Fame

Winner - Best of Santa Barbara

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700

We were named Best Moving Company by the Santa Barbara Independent in their "Best of" Readers poll