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LSU Takes on Alabama at the Allstate® BCS National Championship

2012-01-06T08:24:00.000-08:00

Louisiana State University's college football team began practices yesterday morning in preparation for their big day in the Crescent City. Three more practices will follow before Monday's 8:30 p.m. ET kickoff at the BCS National Championship game in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The New Orleans movers will be sure to tune into ESPN to watch the No. 1-ranked LSU football team take on No. 2 Alabama.

The New Orleans' moving companies support the fans of LSU too. We have your back during relocation. We hope you will make Louisiana your home, but if you desire to move out of state or internationally, call upon Hug-Condon Moving & Storage to support you along the way. We have a lot of Louisiana pride, and will make you feel at home no matter where your life takes you.

Hug-Condon's New Orleans moving services have taken LSU grads to their dream residences. So this Monday, Jan. 9, we will show our thanks by sporting the purple and gold. Tigers, wash out the Crimson Tide!

Hug-Condon North American

632 Time Saver Avenue

Harahan, LA 70123

The Eagles, Tom Petty, and Foo Fighters to Headline Jazz Fest

2011-12-14T13:36:00.000-08:00

The New Orleans Jazz Fest will see music giants The Eagles, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, the Foo Fighters, John Mayer along with hundreds of musical groups. The New Orleans movers always look forward to this exciting part of the year.

The 2012 Jazz Fest will fall on the weekends of April 27^th and May 6^th at the Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans. During those two weekends dozens of stages will be set up with nearly 85% of the performing musicians from the state of Louisiana. With so many musicians and an electric atmosphere the New Orleans moving company will be supporting live music.

The music types will range from jazz, rhythm and blues, gospel, Cajun and zydeco. Be sure to check out the other national acts Herbie Hancock, Al Green, Zac Brown Band, Bon Iver, My Morning Jacket, and Florence + the Machine.

Hug Condon Moving & Storage

632 Time Saver Avenue

Harahan, LA 70123

Saints Win For Themselves and ESPN

2011-12-01T13:47:00.000-08:00

Not only did our Saints pull off a win for themselves, but they pulled off a win for ESPN also. Last Monday’s game drew in a big number of viewers for the channel station. Many people tuned in to view the Saints beat the New York Giants, 49-24. It was the 7^th ranked telecast of the year on cable which is a big achievement for the Saints and Giants. Many people thought this would be a great match up and it sure was. Harahan movers, Hug Condon Moving and Storage, were there to watch their very own Saints tackle down the Giants for the big win. Next up for the Saints, they will be playing the Detroit Lions on Sunday, December 4^th at Home. New Orleans movers, Hug Condon North American look forward to the big game. Good Luck Saints!

Hug-Condon Moving & Storage

632 Time Saver Avenue

Harahan, LA

Let Hug-Condon Move You!

2011-10-19T12:30:00.000-07:00

New Orleans movers, Hug-Condon Moving & Storage is here for your moving and storage needs. We take pleasure in being one of the best moving companies in the area. We are a proud North American Van Lines agent! Call or visit our website for a free moving quote. Talk to you soon!

Hug-Condon Moving & Storage

632 Time Saver Avenue

Harahan, LA 70123

Back to Football

2011-09-08T13:51:00.000-07:00

NFL will kick off the season tonight 8:30 ET 7:30 CT at Lambeau Field on NBC.
This will be the third time in five years that the Saints have played in the league opener (W against Minnesota at NO last year and a L at Indianapolis in '07). This hype this year's opener will surround the last two Superbowl MVPs Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees.
Whether you're a fan in Dallas, New York, New England, or Chicago, everyone across the nation will have their eyes glued to tonight's coverage on NBC. In supporting the New Orleans Saints it would be nice to support the New Orleans Commercial Movers and their team.
And if you aren't into the old pigskin there's going to be a huge pregame concert featuring the likes of Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, and Maroon 5.

Film Crews in New Orleans

2011-08-17T08:40:00.000-07:00

New Orleans has been the site for a new movie called, "Ricochet". New Orleans movers, Hug Condon takes pride in the film crew selecting New Orleans as the set of the upcoming movie. We have a beautiful community and it's a blessing to have so much beauty for a director to want to capture that on film. According to wwltv.com, Well, the movie is set in Savannah, Georgia, and we picked New Orleans, because it has such an outstanding film community here, "said "Ricochet" Executive Producer Jim Head. "We have great crews, we have great local casting available to us, the locations are absolutely fantastic, and you know there is a strong tax incentive program in Louisiana for us to bring production to the state." And that tax incentive program means jobs for Louisiana natives like Willie Stringer. "it's real busy right now. It's phenomenal for the city, for the Lousiana workers, it puts Louisiana people to work, and the tax incentive is phenomenal, " Stringer said.

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2011-07-07T12:37:00.001-07:00

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More Floods in the Greater New Orleans Area

2011-05-31T10:15:00.000-07:00

Floodwaters threaten the Greater New Orleans Area once again. Many people fear for the worst as some flooded areas and the flooded Mississippi River bring back terrible memories from the 2005 floods caused by Hurricane Katrina. USA Today spoke with Linda Jackson, who lost her home as a result of flooding from Hurricane Katrina and is now president of the Lower 9^th Ware Homeowners Association. New Orleans appears to be safe after the Army Corps of Engineers opened two major spillways(Bonnet Carre and Morganza spillways) which seemed to level off the flooded river at about 17 feet by displacing the water over 1.3 million acres of homes and farm land. The earlier prediction was set to be 19.5 feet which is dangerously close to the 20.1 foot floodwall, though if there is a breach they predict it will cause flooding far worse than that from Katrina. Local engineer H.J. Bosworth stated that the city is well protected and that the likelihood of a breach is remote, but some New Orleans residents are taking extra precautions such as packing birth certificates, property deeds and other important documents to store in a secure location. Some have even gone as far as to relocate, utilizing local New Orleans Moving Companies.

Ozone Action Day

2011-05-06T13:51:00.000-07:00

In case you didn’t know, the state of Louisiana has issued Friday, May 6th 2011 an “Ozone Action Day” According to www.nola.com, “Calm winds will limit pollution dispersement, combined with sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s should enhance formation of ozone.” Apparently the conditions outside will be unhealthy for the community, and the Air Quality Index will be at an Orange level. The following parishes should take caution: Orleans, Jefferson, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, St. Bernard, and Plaquemines. New Orleans movers, Hug Condon would like to advise anyone who suffers from asthma, or any disease that affects your respiratory system to take caution when being outside for an extended period of time.

New Orleans Movers

2011-04-29T11:22:00.000-07:00

As New Orleans movers for more than 50 years, there is no mover better qualified to handle your upcoming local, intrastate, interstate or international move. Hug-Condon is a full-service New Orleans moving company providing a wide array of services for residential and commercial moves. From the packing and crating to the storage and furniture installation, we can do it all. Our training, technology and resources ensure a stress-free, successful relocation from start to finish. We pride ourselves on the level of expertise and exceptional quality service we bring to every move. As an agent of North American Van Lines, we can handle moves from any point in the world. Please visit us at www.neworleansmoversusa.com and get a free moving quote!

Your Household’s Drywall May Be Defective

2011-03-24T06:51:00.001-07:00

Was your home rebuilt by Catholic Charities of the Archdioceses of New Orleans? (The church’s program, Operation Helping Hands, has been rebuilding houses in the New Orleans area since 2007.) If OHH had a hand in rebuilding your household, you should probably check your drywall for any signs that it may be defective.

Turns out that large quantities of defective drywall was imported from China during a housing boom and after numerous Gulf Coast hurricanes. The defective drywall has already turned up in corrosion cases in thousands of homes throughout Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, Virginia and Louisiana. If you know that your drywall was recently replaced, it probably would not hurt to check your home’s condition.

Fires Run Residents Out in Eastern New Orleans Neighborhood

2011-02-28T14:09:00.000-08:00

Those people living in the eastern New Orleans neighborhood known as Bunker Hill may want to consider calling a local moving company to come and pack their things. The 7000 block of Boston Drive has seen 29 fires in the past two years, more than any other neighborhood in New Orleans. Though the fires have occurred mostly in vacant properties, it does little to calm the nerves of local residents. Young arsonists are suspected to be setting the fires, but any specific suspects have yet to be identified.

With fires running rampant in the Bunker Hill neighborhood, many residents aren’t waiting around to be hit next, or again. With so many positive renovations and reconstructions in New Orleans since Katrina, it’s disheartening to see a different neighborhood affected like this. Would the many fires in this small New Orleans neighborhood cause you to relocate somewhere new

Gold Tooth Saves

2011-02-23T13:19:00.000-08:00

Here's a bit of odd news for you this afternoon. A fight between two New Orleans brothers over some marijuana ended with one brother being shot. BUT, here's where it gets goofy, the brother who was shot was spared any injury or death, all thanks to his gold teeth. That's correct, a silly vanity tooth saved a man's life. And even though the brother was shot, (in the face, basically), he decided not to press charges against his brother because he was currently on probation. Brotherly love, right?

Full article here.

New Orleans Commercial Movers

2011-02-10T12:51:00.000-08:00

Whether you need to move your office or hand the relocation of an employee, go with the New Orleans relocation experts at Hug-Condon. At Hug-Condon, we are the New Orleans commercial movers that understand how to properly handle relocations for businesses, no matter how big or small they may be. With over 50 years of experience as leading New Orleans commercial movers, Hug-Condon has the moving services and state-of-the-art equipment you can depend upon for a successful move. No matter where in the world you or your employees may be heading, turn to Hug-Condon for a superior quality move.

Big Storm Moving Towards New Orleans – Watch Out!

2011-01-12T07:49:00.001-08:00

Louisiana is in a state of emergency, declared by Governor Bobby Jindal, as the state endures the snow, sleet and freezing rain. The National Weather Service announced a serious arctic weather system moving into Louisiana that could cause power outages, burst water pipes and hazardous driving conditions. Though the brunt of the storm was said to be over by Monday, residents in New Orleans and throughout the state should be wary and prepare for the arctic storm. Hug-Condon and its crews of New Orleans movers and their trucks will be sure to be exceptionally safe on the roads during this strong arctic weather system.

Bad News for New Orleans Basketball Fans: Are the Hornets Moving From New Orleans?

2010-12-08T07:06:00.000-08:00

There is much talk of the Hornets moving from New Orleans now that the team was purchased by George Shinn, a majority shareholder, on Monday. Many are speculating that the odds of the team staying in New Orleans are slim, and everyone can expect a big move following the purchase and resale of the Hornets.

But, many questions remain. Will the Hornets move? Where will the Hornets move? When will they move? Who will buy them? Many insiders speculate that the Hornets will move from New Orleans and relocate to Chicago, a huge market with currently only one team. The value assigned to the team is over $300 million, assessed by commissioner David Stern. Overall, Stern will want to increase the value of the franchise, which may require foreign investment, although the NBA will look for local ownership.

Will the Hornets be calling on New Orleans movers in the future? Or will the team stay put in Louisiana? More importantly, what will happen to Chris Paul?

Hug-Condon Makes Big Easy Moving...Well, Easy.

2010-12-06T13:34:00.001-08:00

Hug-Condon, top New Orleans moving company, has been performing local, intrastate, interstate and international relocation services for our area's families since 1960. We're able to complete every relocation on time and on budget thanks to our trained relocation personnel, experienced movers and packers and top-notch moving technology.

We pair each residential relocation client with a Certified Relocation Consultant who will provide you with your FREE in-home estimate and present you with your extensive list of customizable Hug-Condon relocation options. Your Relocation Consultant will help you choose what you need and create a moving schedule and budget around your demands. Then, our trained movers and packers will quickly and efficiently execute the move according to your exact specifications. We provide a variety of amenities - including online shipment tracking technology for long-distance relocation clients - to guarantee each customer a smooth relocation process.

Hug-Condon looks forward to serving you. Please visit our site for more information on our residential moving services.

New Orleans - Thanks for the cheap (but tasty) eats!

2010-11-19T12:37:00.000-08:00

According to the latest Zagat Survey, New Orlean's is the nation's most affordable dining out locale. Compared to other cities' average meal price such as Chicago ($37), Los Angeles ($35) and New York ($42), New Orleans food is priced extremely reasonably at $28.36. Take that, other cities! A buck sure does go a long way in New Orleans, while you're having a delicious meal in New Orleans at a place such as Commander's Palace.

Also, New Orleans residents are quite generous, and according to the survey, leave an average tip of 19.7 percent compared to the national average of 19.2. I always thought that it was a given that you tip 20 percent on every meal, but that's just me. Hey every other city, for shame, it's time to appreciate your waiter or waitress a little bit more.

On the downside, 75 percent of those polled were not happy with their service at New Orleans restaurants. Ouch! I suppose you get what you pay for? But even though diners may not have been satisfied with their food, it's not stopping them from still giving a generous tip.

Keep your chin up, New Orleans, we know your food scene is amazing. We don't need a Zagat survey to come in and tell us how good or bad our food is. We know that places like Bayona, Stella! and Brigsten's are top food destinations in New Orleans. To the restaurants who have persevered through these tough years, we salute you and look forward to many more years of fine dining to be had. Whether your prices go up or down, (as they have as of late), we will be there to sample some of your delicious dishes.

Good News for New Orleans’ Residents, Now and Future

2010-11-10T13:31:00.000-08:00

After the devastation Hurricane Katrina left behind in 2005, New Orleans has been struggling to recover and rebuild. While some areas of New Orleans feature rows of newly renovated homes, just down the street it’s as easy to see dilapidated, blighted homes. However, as of today, the number of these broken-down homes has reduced by nearly 20,000, a 32% decrease over the past 2.5 years.

The increase in renovation and rebuilding is a welcome sign to local residents in New Orleans. It also does much to boost the numbers of people moving to New Orleans or making the decision to stay. A rebound from such urban blight isn’t simple to achieve, but the neighborhoods especially hit by Katrina, like Broadmoor, which are rebounding provide a little light at the end of the tunnel. What do you think about the positive home development and renovation in New Orleans?

Want to Move to a New Home? Housing Construction is Up!

2010-10-20T07:31:00.000-07:00

Good news for those people looking to move into a new home. Recent data from the Commerce Department shows that housing construction is up 4.1% since September 2009, with the greatest jump seen with construction of single-family homes at 4.4%. This kind of news is especially promising for those moving to or within Louisiana, specifically New Orleans, an area that is in special need of a housing market bounce back. Likewise, New Orleans moving companies may also see a spike in business with the increase in families moving into new homes, even during the typical off-season.

Not only has the Commerce Department noted an increase in housing construction, but the National Association of Home Builders says that their monthly Housing Market Index jumped three points in October. This is the highest rating it has been since June, and since it measures the confidence among homebuilders, it’s a great sign for the housing market and economy. If you’ve been holding off on buying a new home to wait until the economy bounces back or the market stabilizes, this can be a great indication that a big move for your family might be right around the corner.

A Big Move Brings Big Opportunity to Baton Rouge

2010-10-11T08:24:00.001-07:00

Hawker Beechcraft Aviation is rumored to be moving to Baton Rouge, bringing the major company, facilities and corporate headquarters to Louisiana. This is a massive development for Baton Rouge, as the airport moving to the city will bolster the local economy, creating new jobs and new money. This is the first major industrial development the city has seen in a few decades, and is anticipated to bring great things to Baton Rouge.

Hawker Beechcraft Aviation received a huge offer from Louisiana, causing its relocation from Wichita, KS. The governor of Kansas is scheduled to meet with the machinist union and Beechcraft today to decide the where the company will relocate. What do you think of the company’s relocation to Baton Rouge? Will the new development, money and jobs boost the economy, or will the cost of building and relocating the company prove to be too much for the city?

For Love or Money?

2010-09-24T06:43:00.000-07:00

I read a very interesting article this morning that talked about the rise of unmarried couples moving in together. According to MSNBC.com, "The number of unmarried couples living together shot up by 13 percent between 2009 and 2010, and some of the decisions may not have been completely motivated by romance." After reading this article, I thought to myself, are couples really just postponing the marriage part of the relationship and just heading for the "moving in together" part to save some cash. After all, two people living together is a lot cheaper than two people living separately, so maybe it's not such a bad idea after all. With the way the economy has been in America, Americans have been forced to become economically smarter. The unemployment rate obviously has also increased among Americans making living situations a little tighter. According to the article, "The sharp increase in opposite-sex couples living together coincided with a big jump in unemployment among the unmarried couple. Nearly 7.5 million couples were cohabitating in 2010, up from about 6.7 million in 2009."

As you can see American couples are stepping away from traditional ways and moving towards a more economical way of living. Many of the couples that are moving in together, usually one of the partners is most likely jobless. According to the article, "People who moved in together this year were more likely to include at least on jobless partner than couples who already were living together." It seems as though these couples are sticking by eachother during these rough times and living within their means, even if it means going against the norm. How does everybody feel about this article?

Hug Condon Moving & Storage

We Need Reviews!!!

2010-09-17T07:34:00.000-07:00

We like to encourage everyone who we have worked with in the past to write us a review on our new website or on our Facebook page. The link to our website is www.neworleansmoversusa.com/reviews.aspx

Items Not To Ship!

2010-09-03T12:43:00.000-07:00

Today's blog is about what items you should not ship when you are planning a move. These items are most likely items that will break, spill, or our toxic to certain climate changes. Please check the list out and make sure none of these items are packed up if you are moving soon.

When you are planning your move, there are some common household items that should not be included in your shipment.

Below is a partial list of items that should not be shipped.

Bleach
House paints
Open containers of liquid
Propane tanks or cans
Gas or oils
Butane
Ammunition
Open alcohol containers
Open non sealed food containers
Aerosols
Fire Extinguishers
Welding Gas
Antifreeze
Disinfectant cleaners (especially those that contain bleach or ammonia)
Perishable foods (unless the move meets strict guidelines - please check with your carrier about these to see if your move meets the guidelines)
Items with excessive odor

As a general rule, if the item is flammable, combustible or explosive it should not be included.

This article was taken from www.moving.org

Check Out our NEW Website!!!!

2010-07-19T07:32:00.001-07:00

Hi Everybody,

I hope everyone had a great weekend. We would like everybody to know that our new website is now up and live. We encourage all of you to check it out and see what new features we have on our website. We also have a brand new FACEBOOK page and all of you should go on and become our fans!! We look forward to hearing from you!! Have a great week!

New Website Coming!!!

2010-07-09T11:53:00.000-07:00

The Hug Condon Team would like everybody to know that the BRAND NEW website will be launched any day now. We are excited for all of our current and potential clients to take advantage of our new site. Please feel free to check out our current site and let us help you with your next move! We will keep you posted on the status of our new site.

Everyone have a GREAT weekend!

Happy 4th of July Weekend!

2010-07-02T13:43:00.000-07:00

Hug Condon wishes everyone a safe and fun holiday weekend. Celebrate the holiday by visiting our website for free moving quotes!!

Packing Tips: Color Coding

2010-06-23T15:39:00.000-07:00

Some Moving Tips....

2010-06-17T07:52:00.000-07:00

Hello Everybody,

Moving season is here!! We would like to offer some ways on how to make your move a little easier.

1. Order pre-printed address labels with your new address - it makes the change of address process a lot smoother.

2. Move on a weekday when you know most government offices are open, i.e. Banks, Utilities.

3. Mark every box with what is in there and what room it belongs in. When you and your helpers are bringing the boxes into the new house, they will know what room to put the box.

4. If you are moving locally, you should leave your pets with a friend or neighbor during moving day. Animals can become scared and confused when you are moving them to an unfamiliar place.

Stay Tuned for more MOVING TIPS.......

Innovative Packing Strategies

2010-06-07T14:21:00.000-07:00

Welcome!

2010-06-07T14:15:00.000-07:00

Welcome Everybody to Hug-Condon's moving blog!!! We would like to thank all our customers who have made us one of New Orlean's moving company of choice.

As the summer season begins, many people might be planning a move. Whether it be a local move, or an international move, making sure your valuable items are safe is very important. Check out the video above to get some interesting ideas on how to keep your personal belongings safe during a move.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgZMRwDF_Ho&feature=related