Moving to Las Vegas can be a mixed experience for most families. On one hand, there's the excitement of relocating to Vegas' quiet and modern suburbs as well as the ever-present sights and sounds of The Strip. On the other hand, organizing a move can be a potentially stressful experience that most families will prefer to avoid. For the latter, coordinating with a professional moving company can drastically simplify the process while ensuring that valuables arrive on location safely, and on time.

The first step in preparing for a move is getting rid of any items you won't need at the new home. Garage sales and online auctions are among the more popular ways of getting rid of unwanted household goods, as well as donating them to charities or passing them on to friends.

Next, you will need to get an accurate estimate of how much space is needed for your valuables. After you've filled out an estimate form, the mover will schedule an onsite survey. Aside from helping you avoid any unnecessary expenses while calculating for transport space, getting an accurate estimate enables the company's professional packing crew to properly insulate and box any potentially delicate items.

Properly storing your sensitive or fragile valuables reduces the chances of them suffering thermal damage while the trucks are moving them across the Mojave. Las Vegas and its surrounding areas are known for their temperature extremes and dust storms, so if you're moving any valuable electronics, it's advisable to pack them in their original containers. Larger items such as upholstered furniture must also be covered with stretch-wrap, a special plastic that protects items from dirt and stains.

Another way to prepare for that big move is getting an estimate of how much space you'll have in your new house. If you currently live outside Las Vegas or Nevada, contact the landlord or real estate office that handles your new home, and ask for a copy of the floor plan. Compare each room's area size with the furniture that will be moved into each.

If your new home has insufficient space, you'll need to consider renting temporary storage. The more established moving companies in Las Vegas will have their own storage facilities available, located along accessible and easy-to-remember roads such as the Veterans Memorial Highway and Fremont Street.

These storage facilities feature climate-controlled spaces that maintain a steady temperature, making them an ideal place to temporarily store any large but sensitive items such as antique clocks and furniture until they can be brought into your new home.

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For individuals moving to Las Vegas, Capitol North American provides the personnel and equipment needed to simplify the otherwise stressful process of relocating to a new home. As one of the more established movers in Las Vegas, the company also offers storage services that provide new residents with safe and secure facilities where they can temporarily stow their valuables until they've settled in. To receive a free estimate on their services, visit CapitolNorthAmerican.com or call 1-800-343-5333.