Moving and need to lay something down on the carpet?

JacquelynI’m moving into a new apartment next week that has lightly colored carpet. What would be the best thing to lay down on the carpet while we are in and out moving things? I just don’t want to get it dirty! Thanks. ... Read More


Moving to new apartment. How can I make my cat most comfortable?

JonelaMy cat has been in my current apartment since I got her, she’s 1 years old but within a few weeks I’m moving to a new apartment. I have read that cats try to run away and get upset with a move, how can I make her most comfortable in the new place? The apartment is also double the size, should I limit her to one room at a time at first? How do I handle such a situation - help! ... Read More


I\’m moving to a new apartment. Do I have the right to ask my landlord to change the lock to a new one?

abcI’m moving to a new apartment unit. I asked my landlord to give me a new set of keys since it would be dangerous for me to keep the old lock and the old keys. The last tenants could enter whenever they want if they have a copy of the keys. Do they have to give me new lock and keys OR do I have to change the lock and the keys myself? Is there a section in the Ontario Tenants law that I can refer to and show my landlord (so that they could give me new lock and keys)? Thanks for your hel... Read More


What are some things to remember to do when planning a long distance move?

Steve GMy girlfriend is planning a long distance move from her mothers house in NY to our new apartment in CA, and she is freaking out. What are some things that are commonly forgoten when planning such a move? ie: forwarding addresses, finding a new doctor… ... Read More


How can I keep the roaches from moving with me?

Allison BI am moving out of my current apartment because of an insane roach problem. The thing is, I don’t want them to “move” with me. Does anyone have any tips or tricks to keep them from getting into the boxes and moving with me. I plan on bombing the apartment right before the move and bombing the new apartment right after I get there. Any other suggestions? ... Read More