Frequently Asked Questions

Q: “Moving is so overwhelming to think about. Where do I begin?”

A: Our Move Managers will develop a personalized moving plan based on your specific needs and circumstances. If you wish, we will stay with you until everything is unpacked and put away. You’ll sleep better knowing that nothing will be forgotten.

Q: “I don’t have relatives or friends nearby and/or I don’t want to ask my children or friends for assistance. What can I do?”

A: With help from Life Sizing Your Home, family and friends are free to help or not, to assist as they wish. You continue to make all the decisions and remain in charge.

Q: “I have health issues that limit how much I can physically do myself. How am I going to get it all done?”

A: All coordination and physical labor for sorting, packing and disposal is done or arranged for by TLife Sizing Your Home. You make all the key the decisions and retain your energy for more important things.

Q: “I have lots of “stuff.” How will I decide where everything should go?”

A: Our Move Managers will help you sort and organize your things and guide you through details such as: which charities will take what types of items, names of appraisers that can explain what things are worth and experts who can arrange estate sales for your valuable possessions. Life Sizing Your Home provides you with the options---then you can decide.

Q: “My present home is so much bigger than my new residence. Are all my favorite things going to fit?”

A: We will prepare a customized floor plan using your own furnishings. With an accurate floor plan, you will be able to decide which furnishings and belongings will be in your new home.

Q: “Some of my friends have had really bad experiences with movers. How can I be sure that this won’t happen to me?”

A: Our Move Managers will prepare a detailed household inventory and provide you with a list of highly qualified, reliable movers. With accurate information, the moving companies will prepare comprehensive estimates of the time and cost of your move and you will be able to make an informed decision about which mover to choose.

Q: “I have work and family obligations and I don’t live near my parents. How can I help them through this highly stressful process?”

A: Our Move Managers coordinate and provide the physical and emotional support you would offer if you were able to be more available. You will be kept fully informed at every step along the way.

Q: “Our family is not really close. How can I be supportive during this difficult time?”

A: Life Sizing Your Homes’ professional experience with mature adults during this stage of life can help lessen family stress. You can spend quality time with your parents and family members under more enjoyable circumstances and feel assured that everything is being done in a competent, efficient manner.

Q: “I have some time and I want to be involved. How can I make sure everything gets done and still have time for my own life?”

A: Moving is too big a job for one person. Life Sizing Your Home will take care of the things you can’t. We are your extra pair of hands.