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Did you know that the energy used in an average home move is enough to power an LED light bulb full-time for over a year?

It’s no secret that moving out for the first time can be both exciting and daunting in equal measures. From figuring out what to pack, what to leave behind and planning how to get your belongings from A to B, it’s easy to see why so many first-time movers find the process stressful.

All those who’ve ever undertaken a house move will agree that it’s one of the most stressful and challenging events. In fact, aside from the death of a loved one and divorce, University Hospitals lists moving as the third most stressful life event. A poll by The Telegraph also indicates that [...]

Home up for sale? Congratulations! If this isn’t your first move, you’ll know just how exciting the sales and moving process can be. However, in order to successfully sell, you need to both attract quality buyers and showcase your home at its very best. This is exactly why we recommend you [...]

Moving house is an exciting time. But desperately trying to figure out how you’ll get everything from your current 4-5 bedroom home to your new one? Not so exciting. While moving your family home can be challenging, it doesn’t have to be hard. We at PODS are here to make your life easier. In [...]

You’ve tried to ignore it but it’s there, staring up at you from the bottom of your to-do list. And now’s the time to face the music. It’s time for the big clean, and today is the day you make it happen. No more shall you tread on lego bricks bare-foot, letters shall no longer […]

With current COVID-19 social distancing regulations, getting to and from self-storage facilities to access your belongings is even less convenient than before. Rest assured, we’re taking every possible precaution to keep our Portable On-Demand Storage service as safe, clean and convenient [...]

Moving and storage can be expensive – but with PODS, it doesn’t have to be. Whether you are looking to move to a new house or store your belongings, renting a PODS container can save you big bucks compared to hiring a professional moving company or renting a self-storage facility. Let’s break [...]

It’s no secret – moving house can be pretty stressful. With packaging and storage, the last thing you want to deal with is tiresome, time-consuming process of getting rid of your unwanted belongings. It’s not all bad, though. In fact, moving house presents a great opportunity to cut down on [...]

So you’re moving interstate (and you’re overwhelmed!). Well, you’re not alone. An estimated 340,000 people move interstate each year in Australia. But of that number do you know who are the most successful movers? You guessed it – the ones who plan and prepare. Of course, this [...]

Moving furniture interstate in Australia can be a real hassle, particularly if you are on a budget, or have limited time. Families especially have a harder time moving because they have a whole household full of furniture and appliances to pack and unpack. Professional movers can do all the [...]

Moving house is a stressful experience. But with the right moving company on your side, it becomes a lot smoother and easier to handle. Whether you’re moving nearby or to another state, PODS can provide the perfect solution for you. Read on for the top five reasons why you should choose PODS [...]

They say that moving home is one of the most stressful events we go through in our lives. Now imagine that you’re moving home but you have no understanding of what’s happening. You take a long journey and then emerge in unfamiliar surroundings. Sounds even more stressful, right? This is what [...]