May is National Moving Month and we're here to help! Moving can be a stressful process. Whether you're staying in Virginia, moving into Virginia, or even moving out of Virginia, we have helpful information to make the process as smooth as possible.
Welcome to Virginia!
Virginia is a great place to live and there are tons of things to do. You're going to love it here. From getting your car registered in VA to making sure your valuables are protected during your move, we want to help. There's a lot you can do to learn about living in Virginia.
And it's nice to be your neighbor! Northern Neck Insurance is a local Virginia-only insurer by choice. We've been insuring homes and property in the Commonwealth since 1896, so we know exactly how to preserve and protect the things Virginians value most. We also do things a little differently than the big national insurers. We think you're worth more than 15 minutes.
Give us a call, we answer the phone: 1-800-552-8660. You can also get an insurance quote for home insurance and save money with auto insurance, renters insurance, and more.
How to plan for a smooth move
To plan for a successful move, be sure to follow these tips:
Research & hire movers that:
- are legal and a bona fide moving company registered with DMV.
- have a physical address and phone number on their website
- have a Federal Motor Carrier Number
- have Good references
- offer valuation and VA DMV cargo insurance
- have reasonable rates - but not the cheapest!
When you pack, use the following:
- Color-coded tape on boxes
- Clothing to wrap fragile items
- Trash bags for overhanging clothes
- Suitcases as moving boxes
- Socks to cover wine glasses and small breakables
- A box cutter to create handles for your boxes
- A “day of” box with items you’ll need first, like medications and toilet paper
Handy reminders:
- Have cash to tip movers.
- Forward mail and change your address with online accounts.
- Give your neighbors your propane tank.
- Plan to secure pets and have ID tags on for moving day.
- Don’t move hangry - plan simple meals for your moving week.
- Stay aware of the weather.
- Secure important documents with you on moving day.
- Exchange cell numbers with your mover.
- Make one last sweep & secure your home before you leave.
New to VA? Staying? Leaving?
- Avoid paying double property tax: return your car decal to the DMV and get a decal in your new location.
- Notify the DMV of your move out of state or a new community in VA.
- Get your car registered & register to vote.
- Give us a call! We preserve and protect what Virginians value most.
Want to find out more about home insurance in Virginia? We're local and always ready to help!
