If you have the budget to hire a moving company, they can be a very helpful and convenient service. It’s not always easy moving everything from your old apartment to the new one by yourself.
In order to save money and make the move easy, here is a checklist to follow before hiring movers and during the moving process.
Moving companies charge by the amount they have to move, so it’s best to only have them move what’s necessary. A good practice before moving is to hold a yard sale and get rid of anything you don’t want to bring with you in the move. This will reduce the number of items you need to move and make you a little money at the same time.
Try to move in less busy moving months or in the middle of the month. There will be more availability and possibly lower rates from moving companies.
Try to schedule the move and book the moving company as far in advance as possible to avoid higher rates. More than two weeks ahead is ideal.
Be open to the times that the movers can pick up your boxes and when they can drop them off at your new apartment. This might result in a discount. And it is also best practice to allow enough time in the day for the movers to arrive and load.
Some additional charges may accrue during the move depending on how many services are required during the process. Some of these charges include packing, unpacking, multiple pick-ups, long-hauls, expedited service, long distance carrying, or a special vehicle for locations that are not accessible by a standard moving van or truck.
Shop around to make sure you pick the best deal for the job. Compare pricing and inclusive services from a few different companies to make the most cost-effective decision.
Be ready for the movers before they get there and make sure all items are completely packed. If movers have to pack themselves, extra fees will likely be added to the bill.
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Interested in industrial style decor? Not quite sure what your interior design aesthetic is yet? If you’re new to the whole decorating your own apartment thing, there are several styles to choose from.
As always, your interior style comes down to your personal taste. While you’re exploring your options and finding the best fit for you, consider the industrial look, one of our favorite design styles. If you’re not sure what that is, below are some elements that fall under that category for your consideration!
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Metal furniture – One feature of an industrial décor is metal furniture. This could be anything from metal standing shelves or file cabinets. What may have been considered too basic or not of high quality before has now become cool and chic, like reclaimed lockers and office furniture.
Accessories – If you like fixing up found objects or bygone products that aren’t operational anymore, like a typewriter, this may be a sign that you have an industrial aesthetic. Think differently about discarded materials and how you could incorporate them into your interior apartment design.
Colors – A major characteristic of the industrial decor style is the color palette, which includes a lot of steel blues and grays, and black and white. This might seem drab too some, but the use of these colors contributes to the interesting and unique industrial look, and really creates a warm vibe for white walls and when contrasted with wood flooring.
Distressed material – Another way to create industrial touches in your home is displaying distressed materials. Exposed brick and piping is a big industrial component, as well as distressed furniture. An easy way to create a distressed look is to sand painted pieces of furniture.
Edison bulbs – Edison light bulbs are a common detail used in industrial décor. For a bigger industrial effect, let them hang bare without a cover.
At 1st Lake Properties, you don’t have to join a club, pay a membership fee or book a flight to the beach to have access to luxurious swimming pools. There are many apartments with great pools that are perfect for laying out and swimming during the warm spring and summer! Though there are many excellent pools to choose from, these are the top 10 at 1st Lake Properties’ apartments in metro New Orleans and Mississippi!
Grand Palms – The Grand Palms apartments in Mandeville on the Northshore have a nice sized swimming pool with a built-in hot tub, the perfect way to relax right at home.
Registry – The Registry apartments in Metairie has a stylish and modern shaped swimming pool in the middle of a floral oasis.
Windmill Creek North – Enjoy an evening dip at the lighted swimming pool at the Windmill Creek North apartments in Metairie or weekend barbecues by the pool in the grilling area.
Canterbury Square – The Canterbury Square apartments in Metairie has not one, but two glistening swimming pools, in addition to a playground, gazebos and a grilling area.
Lakes of Chateau Estates South – This luxury apartment community in Kenner not only offers residents a private lake and putting green but a large swimming pool for lounging in the summer.
Park Oaks – Park Oaks apartments in Metairie has beautifully landscaped grounds and outdoor amenities including a swimming pool surrounded by lush plants and greenery.
Walnut Creek – One of the great amenities that make this River Ridge apartment community unique is two swimming pools with their own grilling areas that are located along the large community courtyard.
Palmetto Creek – Nestled in the center of this resort-like apartment community in River Ridge is a swimming pool surrounded by bubbling creeks and fountains, bridges, gazebos and more lovely outdoor features.
Brewster Commons – Brewster Commons apartments in Covington offer the best in luxury style living in Covington, including a large swimming pool with a sheltered lounge area.
Arbor Gate – Enjoy a large swimming area with plenty of lawn chairs and umbrellas for the ultimate comfort right in your backyard at these apartments in Picayune, Mississippi.
One home essential that makes the difference between being able to cook, clean and find things easily and efficiently is the lighting situation in your apartment. When you move in to your apartment, you will most likely need to bring in your own light sources in addition the fixtures that already come with your apartment. Check out these tips for making your apartment lighter and brighter that are rental and property manager-friendly!
Stick-on cabinet lights
Task Lamps – If you need more light in your kitchen, bathroom, closet, or pretty much any room in your apartment, the easiest solution is to set up a task lamp. These flexible and portable lamps are convenient and can be plugged in a safe spot to add some more light where you need it in common work areas or go-to places to find household items you need.
Stick on lights – “Stick and click” LED lights are so convenient. These stick-on lights are battery operated, so no cords or plugs necessary, and they are inexpensive. Put them wherever you need more light in your apartment, including pantries, cabinets, closets or any dark corner in any room.
Under cabinet lights – Especially useful for smaller kitchens, overhead lights can be placed under cabinets which create dim areas in common food prep locations. Consider LED “tape lighting” which is an affordable strip of LED lighting which can be adhered to surfaces for extra light where you need it. These lights can range from as cheap as $15 and go up to $30 – $40 with enhanced quality.
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April is a busy time in the New Orleans area. It is officially festival season with French Quarter Festival and Jazz Fest on the horizon, and plenty of new deals and specials on 1st Lake apartments! If you’re looking for a great new apartment to move in to, consider one of these communities with offers you won’t want to resist!
Turtle Creek – The Turtle Creek apartments in Metairie not only offer a lighted swimming pool area and private patios and balconies on select apartments, but for April, one week of free rent and reduced move-in costs on select apartment homes!
Hickory Creek – This peaceful River Ridge apartment community is making offers that prospective residents simply can’t refuse. Sign a 17 month lease and receive two weeks free rent or one week free rent on a 12 month lease! On top of that, Hickory Creek is offering half off deposits on two bedrooms.
Clearwater Creek – Clearwater Creek offers beautiful apartment homes featuring full size washer and dryers, fireplaces, split level floor plans in a tranquil setting. This River Ridge community is offering a $99 deposit and waived administrative fees with a long term lease.
Sugar Mill West – Not only does Sugar Mill West feature immaculate landscaping with fountains, creeks, paths and bridges, but the Kenner apartments are offeing up to $175 off move-in costs on select apartments and reduced rental rates on select apartments.
Breakers – At the Breakers apartments in Metairie, enjoy great community features like a courtyard, access gates and gazebo, plus special rental rates on select apartments.
Magnolia Creek – One of the pristine apartment communities located in the Creeks of River Ridge, Magnolia Creek has unbeatable amenities and a special rental rate on one bedroom apartments for a limited time.
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