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Fun Facts About Florida & the Treasure Coast

August 10, 2016

It is no wonder that folks love to live in Florida and why many move here, especially to the Treasure Coast.
Perhaps, it is because in Vero Beach we are considered the Start of the Tropics. We have an unusual mix of vegetation found in the coastal Carolinas, ancient oak trees and pine forests all blended with swaying palms and colorful blooms of typical Caribbean tropics. It’s great climate to raise a garden and a family!

Did you know that the Florida state tree is the Sabal Palm, the state flower is the orange blossom, teh state bird is the mockingbird and the state reptile is the alligator?

The Blue Cypress Lake is the largest lake on the Treasure Coast. It’s over 6,500 acres wide, has an average depth of 8 feet and a 21 mile shoreline surrounded by 29,000 acres of marsh, swamp and cypress forest. It gets it’s name from the blue appearance of the cypress trees as the morning sun’s rays reflect off the water.

How did the Seminoles come about? The Native Americans actually gathered together from a variety of other tribes to form the Seminoles. They were known for their intricate clothing and bead work.

Did you know that The Jungle Trail, a narrow 7.5 mile unpaved road between Old Winder Beach Road and Hwy. A1A, is part of the Indian River Lagoon Scenic Highway System and listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. The road started as a means to transport citrus to packing houses on the mainland and became popular with tourists in the 1930’s.

It is true, we live in a great part of the state and though it may be considered a bit of a hidden gem; White Glove takes great pride in making it easy for families, businesses and seniors to move here.

1500 lbs of food Delivered!

July 14, 2016

When working families have hours reduced and the free meals children rely on during school aren’t available, the need for the local food banks to distribute food is a must. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and customers moving this summer food drive we raised 1,588 pounds which will provide 1,323 meal to our community!

1588 lbs. of food raised with the help of local partners

That is the most we have accumulated in the 3 years of food drive collections. A big thanks goes to the following local participants:
Oculina Bank, Cultural Council of Indian River, Dale Sorensen Real Estate, Palm Coast Development, Keller Williams of Vero Beach, Riverwalk, Fantastic Finds, Keller Williams of Pt. St. Lucie, Store Right Self Storage, Champion Home Healthcare, Berkshire Hathaway, Treasure Coast Sotheby’s, Coldwell Banker Paradise, Dental Partners of Vero, Coldwell Banker of Stuart, Water Pointe Realty, Vero Beach Power Squadron, Sweet Life Realty, Brown & Brown Insurance, Sea Turtle Real Estate, Marine Bank, and Coldwell Banker Pt. St. Lucie.

As a company, White Glove Moving & Storage provides customers who are moving the option to donate their non-perishable food items all year long. A free box is provided at the time of their estimate and at the time of their move it is collected as a complimentary service. Food is delivered regularly to the Treasure Coast Food Bank as a result of our customer’s generosity. We are very proud of this service at continual gesture of good will. To help enhance our commit to ending hunger along the Treasure Coast, White Glove Moving is also a sponsor of the upcoming Laugh Out Hunger to benefit our local food bank.

Should your business wish to participate in our next food drive as a box host or for inquiries about an upcoming move please call 772-778-4750 or email our VP of Marketing, Anna, at annav@whitegloveusa.net.

Summer Food Drive

June 6, 2016

Now that summer is officially here and kids are out of school, the demand for non-perishable food items rises because no free or reduced lunches or breakfasts are made available.
That is why at White Glove Moving & Storage, we are hosting our 3rd Annual summer food drive. This is a terrific way for local businesses and moving customers to donate food without going out of their way logistically to have the food delivered or picked-up. So how does it work?
Local businesses agree to host a box and White Glove delivers a free box to them. Those businesses have customers and staff fill the boxes and White Glove arranges for a free pick-up on or before July 6th. To reserve a box please email Anna at AnnaV@WhiteGloveUSA.net and fill up from June 13th-July 6th.

Current businesses participating include: Dale Sorensen Real Estate, Palm Cost Development, Keller Williams of Vero Beach, Keller Williams of Pt. St. Lucie and of Stuart, Fantastic Finds Consignment, Peters & Co. Real Estate, Store Right Self Storage, Champion Home Healthcare, Berkshire Hathaway Real Estate, Treasure Coast Sotheby’s, Coldwell Banker Real Estate, Dental Partners and Cultural Council of Indian River.
Customers get to participate by filling their free box given during the in-home estimate and having us get it at the time of their move.
Every little bit helps and all will be delivered to the Treasure Coast Food Bank on July 8th.

Know of someone who would want to participate or even someone moving that would like to use a company as vested in the local community as White Glove? Call 866-GLOVE10 to find out more or visit www.whitegloveusa.com.

Benefits of an In-Home Estimate

May 23, 2016

We have all heard the scary stories of rogue movers who say the cost of a move will be one price then raise it 3x’s the quoted amount before finally releasing the goods. How terrible!
That is why at White Glove Moving we stress the importance of taking advantage of our free in-home estimates when it comes to booking your move. Why? Because when it comes to the actual moving day, the right size crew and truck are guaranteed when a relocation specialist has been onsite and can deliver back the right notes to Operations. Tight angles, number of stairs, any possible special tools for the job are all made mention when someone is at your current location and can be accounted for prior to the move beginning.

In home walk through

What else makes it great? Say you want to do some of your own packing and just leave the high-end and heavy stuff to the pros. Your assigned relocation coordinator can tell you the correct number of boxes and sizes so you don’t over or under buy the supplies you need. Should you want the White Glove Moving & Storage team to do the full pack, the assigned moving coordinator can make all necessary notes of the items so proper packaging supplies are brought when the moving process begins.

The real benefit is that your mover is going to be more accurate with a price no matter the destination when viewing the scope of your move in person, onsite than simply quoting over the phone with lots of variables at play. Perhaps the move is so small but going a great distance shipping the items will be more cost effective than hiring an actual mover. At White Glove we can provide that solution with the help of our sister company Pak Mail Beachside coming up with the most cost effective game plan for our customers. Of course, at White Glove Moving & Storage over the phone estimates are provided from our seasoned team and for smaller moves based strictly on non-binding hourly rates it is a great fit for busy folks. However, if you have decades of memories and prized possessions in need of a full pack and move; take advantage of the free quote and know that at White Glove Moving & Storage we provide peace of mind every time! For your complimentary survey please call 772-778-4750 or visit us online at www.whitegloveusa.com.

Getting Ready to Move Once Summer Starts?

April 25, 2016

It is hard to believe that Summer is just around the corner; but it is! And like many Americans you might be considering moving once the kids are out of school. Whether it is because you simply want a new home, relocating for a job, or just want to be closer to family; the team at White Glove Moving & Storage has some great tips to share especially for relocating out of Florida.

As an agent for National Vanlines, we take great pride in our ability to make moving easy no matter the distance but when moving out of state it requires some additional planning that is not needed when doing a local move. Here’s a couple of things we feel are important to share as you begin to plan:

6-8 Weeks Prior to Move:

2-3 Weeks Prior to Move:

1 Week Before Move:

Moving Day

Inventory your household possessions. Decide which items to move and which not to move.

Call White Glove for a free estimate. We offer professional packing crews that will save countless hours or we can inform you on number of boxes needed. Less lead time is needed for local moves. 866-GLOVE10

Create a moving binder to keep track of all inventory, estimates and receipts.

Secure your ideal move date with White Glove; no deposits required.

Fill and transfer prescription medications

Advise insurance companies of your pending move and update policies.

Make separate shipping arrangements for pets and plants

Make personal travel plans for your move, such as airline tickets, hotel reservations, serving of your vehicle and road maps for your trip routing.

If packing yourself, start now and be sure to clearly label each box.

Defrost refrigerator and freezer. Allow sufficient drying time to prevent mildew.

Dispose of food items that require refrigeration.

Collect all items from separate locations (office, school, clubs, etc.) and bring them home to pack and move.

Make arrangements for child care and pet care on moving day. Be sure to obtain your vet records.

Return library books or items borrowed from neighbors or friends.

Remove and pack bed linens in dresser drawers for convenience or in cartons.

Pack items to be carried in your car and mark each carton: DO NOT MOVE!

Be available to check items on your inventory sheet as the leave your house to be loaded on the van. When all cartons and furnishings have been loaded on the van, conduct a last minute walk through.

Check all closets, make sure windows are shut and locked, lights are turned off and doors are locked.

Utilize the Updater link to transfer utilities, publications, mailing address & more

Gather family records: medical, dental, school, birth, marriage, financial, insurance, wills, forward transcripts to your new school system.

Finalize your living arrangements, home-owners/renters insurance as new location.

Cancel club memberships (most require advance notice)

Use the Updater links to start the process of changing addresses, utilities and more.

Safely dispose of or give away all flammable materials (paints, paint removers, other solvents, and propane tanks). These items cannot be moved in the van.

If moving to a new state, transfer your driver’s license.

Transfer funds from checking and savings accounts to new accounts in your new community.

Items that are affixed to a wall or ceiling must be taken down in order for the movers to pack and ship them. This includes ceiling fans, light fixtures, drapery rods, etc.

Trash cans and barbeque grills must be free of debris and washed out prior to loading day.

Walk through the new location and verify placement of furniture.

Get copies of all shipping documents including proof of payment to your movers.

Enjoy the “Welcome to Your New Home” Bag.

Should something be missing, find something damaged or to schedule a debris removal call White Glove.

Moving can be overwhelming and scary for children who don’t want to leave their friends or school; but it can also be made into a great deal of fun. Having professionals assist with the logistics and heavy lifting makes it easier for you to focus on making the kids feel more excited about the whole endeavor. We recommend Moving Day by the Berenstein Bears as a good quick read, no matter your child’s age, to help them understand they are not alone in feeling scared about the move.

By using the Updater program offered at no charge from White Glove Moving you can even reduce lots of hours on phone changing addresses for bills and publications; bonus! One less thing to worry about or take time to do. So if moving this Summer is happening for your family please call White Glove for a free estimate, reserve your ideal move dates and have all your questions answered by the movers who provide peace of mind every time. 866-GLOVE10 or visit our other pages at www.whitegloveusa.com

A+ Super Service Award with Angie’s List

March 21, 2016

Benefits of Using White Glove Moving & Storage

February 26, 2016

Wouldn’t it be great if everything always went according to plan? But does it?

Of course not! That is why when closings get delayed or construction is slowed due to weather, the team at White Glove can adjust and ensure all your goods are kept safe until delivery can be arranged. Can all movers do that? No, because they typically have only a few trucks and if they are booked out all your items have to get off the truck and the more handling done can often lead to the possibility of more damages incurred. Furthermore, with White Glove having only full-time, trained and background checked employees; we know no matter your must have date of delivery we will have good men on-hand to do the job right.

Speaking of storing items, at White Glove we offer full service storage solutions that make sense. We only charge for the amount of space that is being used and we offer pro-rated rates so you are only being billed for the length of time your items are stored with us. Better still, we provide inventory barcoded tracking for all items we take into possession allowing you the ease of having things delivered out of storage if requested by simply referring to your list. For those moving to Florida and the Treasure Coast area from out of state, should you use a different carrier and have them deliver to White Glove for your storage; we can use our check-in system to ensure we have everything you sent down. The facility is full of loading docks able to handle trucks of all sizes and is climate as well as humidity controlled while being a fully secure warehouse so you know your goods are safe and protected.

Additionally, it is important to know that you have a company who is always looking out for your best interests. At White Glove, we know if you are moving just a few pieces a great distance it can be more cost effective to ship those goods using our sister company, Pak Mail Beachside, instead of having those select items “moved” by the mover. Or perhaps you want some stuff sent to family members in another state but the rest is coming with you; we can arrange and price for all that without you having to go through the hassle. When onsite performing our free estimates we can help decipher what is going to be the best solution for your needs.

As previously mentioned, our men are fully background check, trained and undergo ongoing training throughout the year. We take great pride in the caliber of crews coming into your own and ensure there will be peace of mind every time when choosing White Glove to perform your move.

Help Getting Stuff Home

January 5, 2016

Have you ever fallen in love with a table, dresser or chair that was just too big to fit in your vehicle? Many have and that’s why White Glove & Pak Mail Beachside have created flat rate pick-up and delivery services whether it is just one man needed for the job or two.

For just $50 an hour for one guy or $95 for two we will get your item(s) from wherever you bought it throughout the Treasure Coast and deliver it to your home. Even place it in the spot you see fit; take out the old too should you want. Time over the hour will be billed at 30 minute increments but you have you peace of mind in knowing the job will be done right by licensed, insured professionals.

At White Glove Moving, Storage & Delivery we have been providing peace of mind for over 13 years and value the relationship we have with our customers who use us for just one item or an entire move whether it is across the street or across the country.

Happy New Year #Treasure Coast!

Happy Holidays!

December 7, 2015

It has been another great year at White Glove Moving, Storage & Delivery thanks to our loyal customers and staff.

This year we helped move over 1,900 families, seniors and businesses while also being a part of some big projects that have made a great impact in our area such as the Hampton Inn of downtown Vero Beach.

As movers for Move for Hunger we have been able to help deliver over 10,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to the local Treasure Coast Food Bank. Additionally, White Glove has been able to help a number of local charities including helping to move an honored veteran in the Port St. Lucie area through the Homes for Hero’s program.

This year we were also blessed to have won the John Schumann Business Leadership Award and Large Green Company of the Year by KIRB (Keep Indian River Beautiful). These are true honors and validation of our efforts to continually give back, take pride in our team and value the feedback of our customers.

Should you need help with just one item getting it from a store to your home or a full pack and move locally or even out of state, the team of White Glove Moving, Storage & Delivery is proud to be an affordable and reliable choice offering free estimates and true professionalism every step of the way.

National Homeless & Hunger Awareness

November 4, 2015

At White Glove Moving we are proud to be Move for Hunger Movers. This Thanksgiving season, we are helping promote and contribute to the food drive for National Homeless & Hunger Awareness Week which lasts from Nov. 16th-22nd; however, efforts will be made through Nov. 30th to encourage businesses and individuals to get involved.

Want to host a food box and have visitors as well as staff help to fill it? Please call Anna at 772-232-7843 to be added to the distribution list. Pick up will be at the discretion of White Glove Moving once the boxes are full.

Why are people homeless?

Housing

A lack of affordable housing and the limited scale of housing assistance programs have contributed to the current housing crisis and to homelessness. Recently, foreclosures have also increased the number of people who experience homelessness.

The National Low Income Housing Coalition estimates that the 2013 Housing Wage is $18.79, exceeding the $14.32 hourly wage earned by the average renter by almost $4.50 an hour, and greatly exceeding wages earned by low income renter households.

Poverty

Homelessness and poverty are inextricably linked. Poor people are frequently unable to pay for housing, food, childcare, health care, and education. Difficult choices must be made when limited resources cover only some of these necessities. Often it is housing, which absorbs a high proportion of income that must be dropped. If you are poor, you are essentially an illness, an accident, or a paycheck away from living on the streets.

In 2011, the official poverty rate was 15.0%. There were 46.2 million people in poverty.

Two factors help account for increasing poverty:

Lack of Employment Opportunities – With unemployment rates remaining high, jobs are hard to find in the current economy. Even if people can find work, this does not automatically provide an escape from poverty.
Decline in Available Public Assistance – The declining value and availability of public assistance is another source of increasing poverty and homelessness and many families leaving welfare struggle to get medical care, food, and housing as a result of loss of benefits, low wages, and unstable employment. Additionally, most states have not replaced the old welfare system with an alternative that enables families and individuals to obtain above-poverty employment and to sustain themselves when work is not available or possible.

Other major factors, which can contribute to homelessness, include:

Lack of Affordable Health Care – For families and individuals struggling to pay the rent, a serious illness or disability can start a downward spiral into homelessness, beginning with a lost job, depletion of savings to pay for care, and eventual eviction.
Domestic Violence – Battered women who live in poverty are often forced to choose between abusive relationships and homelessness. In addition, 50% of the cities surveyed by the U.S. Conference of Mayors identified domestic violence as a primary cause of homelessness (U.S. Conference of Mayors, 2005).
Mental Illness – Approximately 16% of the single adult homeless population suffers from some form of severe and persistent mental illness (U.S. Conference of Mayors, 2005).
Addiction – The relationship between addiction and homelessness is complex and controversial. Many people who are addicted to alcohol and drugs never become homeless, but people who are poor and addicted are clearly at increased risk of homelessness.