Compare Budget Truck Rental Equipment to ABF U-Pack

We often get questions about how U-Pack equipment compares to Budget truck rental equipment. When you're comparing prices and services, it's good to know how the sizes convert so you can make sure you're comparing apples with apples.

To help you get a good picture of what an ABF moving trailer looks like, they're 28 feet in length, 8 feet wide, and 9 feet tall. So they're longer, wider and taller than even the largest Budget rental truck.

The chart below converts Budget truck rental sizes to ABF trailer linear footage.

Long Distance Moving with Pets - Top 5 Tips

Long distance moving with pets: it's not as scary as it sounds
Most folks want to make their move as simple as possible.  If you have kids, it may take a bit more work to get the whole crew organized when moving cross country, but it's still an attainable goal.  However, long distance moving with pets is different.  After all, they can't tell you when they're hungry, scared, or when they need a potty break.  But don't worry— people move with their pets all the time; and if they can do it, so can you! That's why U-Pack has compiled 5 easy tips to help you and your pets prepare for moving day.  

Pennsylvania history - a few quick facts

Pennsylvania history— because it's always good to know where you're going

If you're moving to Pennsylvania, you probably already know that the Keystone State played a large role in the shaping of our country.  With so many monuments and attractions commemorating America's past, you'll be able to immerse yourself in the rich Pennsylvania history that's found in every corner of the state.  It's just a quick starter course, but here are some of the most intriguing details about Pennsylvania history:

Managing your relocation costs

Managing your relocation costs: tips and tricks
Let's face it. Relocation can be expensive— especially if you're moving cross country.  Here are some tips for managing your relocation costs so they're kept within your moving budget:

Things to do in Arkansas

Things to do in Arkansas— welcome to your new home!

If you're moving to Arkansas, you'll have a lot of new places to explore!  Once you're settled into your new home, you can plan a few outings to discover your new state.  But first things first— did you know that ABF U-Pack is actually headquartered in Fort Smith, Arkansas? (That means you can definitely take my word for it when I suggest a few must-see places in The Natural State!)  Here's a short list of things to do in Arkansas:

Cross Country Moving Services

What are the different types of cross country moving services?

Like we've said before, moving isn't an easy task.  However, finding the right moving company that fits your needs can make it a lot less stressful.  So how do you sort through the many cross country moving services out there?  Refer to this post as a quick breakdown of the options you'll find when planning your move cross country.