Moving to a new home brings excitement and challenges, but few tasks feel as daunting as safely relocating your valuable appliances. From refrigerators and washing machines to dishwashers and ovens, these essential household items require special care during transport. At Don Farr Moving & Storage, we’ve been helping Pittsburgh families safely move their appliances for […]
When the weather forecast calls for snow, rain, or sweltering heat on your moving day, your heart probably skips a beat. Pittsburgh’s notorious four-season climate can transform a simple relocation into a weather-defying adventure—but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Pittsburgh experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by four distinct seasons, each bringing its […]
Did you know that the average American household accumulates over 300,000 items, yet most people can’t account for even half of their belongings during a move? This staggering reality leads to thousands of dollars in losses, damaged family heirlooms, and countless hours of stress trying to locate missing items after relocation day. If you’re planning […]
After three decades of helping Pittsburgh families navigate their most important transitions, we’ve learned that a successful move isn’t just about what you pack—it’s about when you decide to pack it. Your moving schedule isn’t merely a logistical necessity; it’s a strategic decision that can dramatically impact everything from your stress levels to your wallet. […]
Moving to a new city means more than just unpacking boxes and finding the nearest grocery store. True settling in Pittsburgh happens when you discover your people, understand the local rhythms, and find your place in the fabric of this remarkable Steel City. After four decades of helping families make Pittsburgh their home, we’ve learned […]
Moving homes ranks among life’s most stressful experiences—right up there with divorce and starting a new job. Now, throw children into the mix, and you’ve got a recipe for potential chaos. Last week, I watched my neighbor’s moving day unfold into a perfect storm of tears, tantrums, and frazzled parents desperately trying to keep track […]
Did you know that the average American moves nearly 12 times in their lifetime? Here in Pittsburgh, where steel once shaped our skyline, a different kind of transformation is taking place – one that’s revolutionizing how we pack up and relocate our lives. Moving isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days of […]
The key sits heavy in your palm as you stand at the threshold of your soon-to-be dream home—excited, overwhelmed, and clutching renovation plans in your other hand. You’ve taken on not one, but two of life’s most stress-inducing projects simultaneously: moving and renovating. It’s like trying to change the tires on your car while driving […]
The boxes are stacked to the ceiling. Your furniture sits awkwardly in rooms that don’t yet feel like yours. The excitement of a new beginning mingles with exhaustion as you survey your new kingdom—currently a cardboard castle. Moving day might be over, but the journey to making this house your home has just begun. That […]
Moving day looms on your calendar. The lease on your new place doesn’t start for another three weeks, but you must be out of your current home in two weeks. Or you’re downsizing and can’t quite part with those family heirlooms, but they won’t fit in your new space. You may be selling your home […]
