Taking the Stress Out of Madison Move Out
August 14, 2018
As the sleepy days of summer come to an end, Madison, Wisconsin, is teeming with activity as thousands of University of Wisconsin students prepare for the annual event known as Madison Move Out.
<p>Each year, college students move out of their apartments when leases end – typically around Aug. 15 – only to move back in again a day later when the new lease terms begin.</p><p><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Rental</a> has been hard at work, preparing to meet the demand of student movers by relocating rental trucks from across the state and beefing up staffing at the company’s Madison rental location.</p><p>“We try to prepare ourselves knowing there will be an influx of reservations that will be coming in a short span of time,” said Tony Stromer, district rental manager, who anticipated demand to double at the Madison rental location.</p><p>For students and residents alike, Madison Move Out has become a bit of an annual tradition.</p><p>“The student housing is not too far from campus,” said Bryan Johnson, Madison’s recycling coordinator. “With all of their leases ending, we have about 20,000 people moving on the same day.”</p><p>Last year, 579 tons of materials – mostly furniture and other items that not able to be donated – were sent to the landfill during <a href="http://www.cityofmadison.com/streets/refuse/movingDays.cfm" rel="noopener">Madison Move out.</a></p><p>Some students tend to be “homeless” for a night, finding other accommodations between when the old lease ends and the new one begins.</p><p>“It is a bit of a headache for the movers,” Johnson said.</p><p><strong>Helping Hands</strong></p><p>Penske began planning for Madison Move Out in the spring, as rental leaders mapped out projections based on advance reservations. The demand was monitored on a weekly basis throughout the summer.</p><p>“We do not have that many trucks on hand, so we do have to get very creative,” Stromer said. “We have to maximize the fleet. You are talking about trucks getting rented two, three or four times each in a three-day span.”</p><p>With Monday expected to be the busiest day, associates at the Madison location worked through the weekend to put some finishing touches on preparations for the Move Out rush.</p><p>“Right now, we are scheduled to have 11 rental associates on hand. That’s double what our location would have on a normal day,” Stromer said.</p><p>Despite the hectic nature of the day, associates will be there to make the experience as pleasant as possible for customers.</p><p>“Everyone is chipping in, doing something different,” he said. “One person is doing check-in and check-out. One person will go out to the lot with the customers to answer any questions they may have, while others are pulling trucks around for customers.”</p><p>To help relieve some of the stress, Stromer said water, coffee and snacks will be on hand for customers to enjoy while their reservations are being fulfilled. Associates will be treated to lunch.</p><p>“When we come together as a group, it makes this whole process go very smoothly, so we can take care of all of our customers,” Stromer said.</p><p><em>Penske Truck Rental offers free unlimited miles on all one-way truck rentals, discounts for AAA members, college students and members of the military as well as packing supplies and 24/7 roadside assistance. Are you ready to make a reservation? Visit the <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Rental website</a> for more information.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon</em></p></div>
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Tips for Your College Move
August 10, 2018
Heading back to college? Penskehttps://www.pensketruckrental.com/ offers college students 10 percent off on all truck rentals, along with free unlimited miles on one-way rentals.
<p>Here are some tips to start the school year off right:</p><p><strong>Confirm Move-in Dates:</strong> Students should first check with their college, university or landlord to confirm move-in dates and dimensions of your dorm room or apartment. Knowing that information will help you decide the best rental truck size and reservation dates.</p><p><strong>Pick the Right Truck:</strong> How do you know what size truck to rent? Penske makes it easy with an online <u><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/truck-wizard/">truck wizard</a> </u>tool. We also offer helpful moving advisors who can help with selecting the perfect truck for your move.</p><p><strong>Reserve in Advance:</strong> Do your research, because pricing is all about availability. As it gets closer to the day of pickup, there will be fewer trucks available, and that will make the prices higher. Most colleges and universities start within the same two weeks at the end of August and beginning of September. Reserve in advance for the best possible deal.</p><p><strong>Call to Verify Reservation:</strong> Students should call to verify their reservation a week before pickup and remember to bring two forms of identification – a driver’s license and the credit or debit card used for payment – as well as their student identification in order to receive the student discount.</p><p><strong>Study Hard:</strong> Lastly, don’t forget to hit the books. Good luck!</p><p><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Rental</a> offers new, well-maintained, reliable trucks; and 24/7 roadside assistance. There are more than 2,300 convenient truck rental locations to choose from.</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Like Penske on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PenskeTruckRental" rel="noopener">Facebook</a></li> <li>Follow @PenskeMoving on <a href="https://www.twitter.com/penskemoving" rel="noopener">Twitter</a></li> <li>Find a <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/" rel="noopener">career at Penske</a></li></ul><p><em>College students are eligible for a 10 percent discount. Just present your college ID at pickup.</em></p><p><em>By Paul Rosa IV</em></p></div>
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College Move-Out Tips for First-Time Renters
April 26, 2018
Around this time of year, countless college students – from freshmen to seniors – are wrapping up their final exams and getting ready for a much-anticipated summer break.
<p>Before they can officially unwind, students first must move out of their college dorms or apartments. But, where do they start?</p><p>The experts at <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Rental</a> have plenty of advice when it comes to moving out of college. Bed frames, mattresses, desks, dressers, storage bins, clothes and cookware are a few of the many items college students need to pack up and move.</p><p>Penske’s moving experts answer some of the most commonly asked questions from young adults and college students embarking on this type of journey.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>I have to move out of my building soon. When should I start looking to rent a Penske truck?</strong></p><p>Our recommendation is to always book your truck with us as soon as possible to ensure the best price and availability of equipment on pickup day. Many students across the country are moving out during the same time, and availability can decrease if a customer waits too long.</p><p><strong>How can I find out if there is a Penske Truck Rental facility in my area?</strong></p><p>Whether you go to school in Louisville, Kentucky; Lubbock, Texas; Miami, Florida; or elsewhere, there are more than 2,300 Penske Truck Rental and agent locations across North America. <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/locations/" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to discover what Penske facilities are closest to your school, dorm or off-campus apartment.</p><p><strong>When I move out of my dorm or one-bedroom apartment, what size truck is best?</strong></p><p>Use our patented <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/truck-wizard/" rel="noopener">Truck Wizard</a> tool to determine a recommended truck size based on the amount of items you plan to move in your Penske truck. We have trucks ranging from 12 ft. to 26 ft. in length.</p><p><strong>What are some general things I should be aware of when renting my first Penske truck?</strong></p><p>Customers must be at least 18 years old and produce <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/renting-from-penske/faq/#renter-age" rel="noopener">two forms of identification</a>, such as:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Driver’s License</li> <li>State-issued ID</li> <li>Passport</li> <li>Social Security card</li> <li>Vehicle registration</li> <li>Phone bill</li> <li>Military ID</li> <li>Credit card</li></ul><p>We advise purchasing our Limited Damage Waiver that will waive all financial liability to the rental for any collision damage to our truck. All of our other <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/renting-from-penske/coverage/" rel="noopener">coverages</a> are available to any customer over the age of 18.</p><p><strong>I don’t have a credit card; is there another way I can pay?</strong></p><p>Our current cash reservation policy allows for a reservation to be made right away with just your name, address and phone number. For us to reserve your truck, you would be required to make a $100 deposit in person at any Penske agent location at least 48 hours prior to your pickup date. If you do not have a credit card, please call 888-996-5415 to ask about our cash reservation policy. For more details on what forms of payment Penske accepts, <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/renting-from-penske/faq/#rate-payment-types" rel="noopener">click here</a>.</p><p><strong>Does Penske offer a college student discount?</strong></p><p>You bet! College students can get <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/" rel="noopener">10 percent off</a> all truck rentals plus an additional 10 percent discount if they book their one-way rental online.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>I have to take stairs to get to my dorm room. Does Penske offer any specialty moving equipment?</strong></p><p>When moving out of a dorm or a small apartment, renters are likely to encounter stairs and tight hallways. Penske offers equipment and materials such as <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/supplies-and-services/boxes-and-supplies/">hand trucks and furniture pads</a>. Hand trucks make it easy to get your belongings in and out of the rental truck, and they have a weight capacity of more than 600 pounds with stair climber functionality.</p><p>After the moving truck is packed with all your belongings, don’t forget about your car. If you don’t have a friend who can drive your car to your new place while you’re moving, don’t worry.</p><p>Explore Penske’s many <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/supplies-and-services/towing-equipment/" rel="noopener">towing equipment options</a>, like a <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/supplies-and-services/towing-equipment/car-carrier/" rel="noopener">car carrier</a> or a <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/supplies-and-services/towing-equipment/tow-dolly/" rel="noopener">tow dolly</a>, so you can bring your vehicle with you.</p><p><em>Do you have a truck rental question that’s not listed above? Contact the experts at Penske Truck Rental by calling 1-888-996-5415 or chat live with a Penske representative by clicking </em><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/contact-us/" rel="noopener"><em>here</em></a><em>.</em><em> </em></p><p><em>By Chris Abruzzo</em></p></div>
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Moving Tips to Help Ace Your Summer Move
April 28, 2017
Soon, finals will be over, and it will be time for college students to say goodbye to friends and pack up for the summer.
<p>Moving all the things collected during the year – furniture, electronics, household items and clothing – can be stressful.</p><p>Here are some tips to start your packing project on the right foot:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Check with your college or university’s housing office for moving out deadlines.</li> <li>Next, start packing up everything you are not using right now.</li> <li>Chances are you will come across some gently used items – clothing, shoes, accessories, household goods – suitable for donation. Check with your local Goodwill and Salvation Army for donation dates and times.</li> <li>Need a rental truck? <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/">Penske Truck Rental</a> offers college students discounts on truck rentals when booking online. Here are some <a href="https://blog.gopenske.com/rental/ten-tips-for-college-grads-moving-off-campuspermanently/">tips</a> to make the right reservation choice.</li> <li>Do you have some bulky items that require a little muscle to move? Ask some friends to come over and help you move your furniture and electronics. If not, contact <a href="http://www.simplemovinglabor.com/penske/">Simple Moving Labor</a>, and they will help load the truck for you.</li> <li>Will you be returning to class in the fall and need to store your items for the summer? <a href="https://partner.sparefoot.com/penske/">SpareFoot</a> can help you find and reserve storage in your area.</li> <li>Most of all: Don’t wait until the last minute. Break up your pack-up into bite-sized pieces, so you can spend your last days of the semester making memories with friends.</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/">Penske Truck Rental</a> offers free unlimited miles on one-way moving truck rentals; new, well-maintained, reliable trucks; and 24/7 roadside assistance.</p><p>College students are eligible for discounts of up to 20 percent. Just book your one-way rental online and receive a 10 percent discount and receive an additional 10 percent discount at pick-up when you present your college ID.</p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon</em></p></div>
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College Moves: A Look at the College Class of 2013
May 06, 2013
- 51 percent of college graduates plan to move to a new apartment after school.
- Among college graduates who are moving, almost three-fourths are relocating away from their college town.
- 80 percent of college graduates would relocate to a city where they can find a job rather than to their favorite city.
A lot of this year’s college graduates actually will be moving back home, a new survey by Accenture found. One-third of 2013 graduates plan to live at home after graduation, while 44 percent of 2011 and 2012 college grads live at home now, the survey showed.
<p>Okay, the findings from the Accenture survey aren’t too rosy. So, let’s end on a positive note. Here’s one of the best quotes from Steve Jobs’ speech in 2005 to graduates of Stanford University.</p><p><em>“Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma—which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.”</em></p><p>No matter where they wind up, here’s wishing the best for the estimated 1.8 million members of the Class of 2013!</p><p><em>Editor's Note: This is a guest post reused with permission and written by John Egan. He is editor-in-chief at <a href="http://blog.sparefoot.com">SpareFoot</a>.</em></p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="1f82ccb4e101b8e747cad4f020563a63" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="056b3" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyNzIyOS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYzOTYwNjk1OH0.y0AntDuXoBcdJ-Vhq8BzOQkPBln9Rh9KdqJoojgnO94/img.jpg?width=980"/></p></div>
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Quick Tips for College Moves
March 28, 2012
After a long and productive school year, college students are getting ready to move out – either back home, or off to the real world with a degree in hand.
<p>There are many resources designed to lessen the headaches of moving, and it's worth it to use them. One of the most practical things to do for a college move is to <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/">rent a moving truck</a>.</p><p>Since college moves often mean traveling long distances, it can be hard to get a lot of people to help with the move. Rather than stuffing gear into multiple vehicles, a truck is a good simplifying solution.</p><p>Rather than relying on guesswork, take some tips from the experts at <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/">Penske Truck Rental</a>, who have been helping people move for more than four decades, and offer <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/">college discounts</a>:</p><p><strong>Tackle</strong> packing bit by bit. By starting early, you'll avoid the stress that comes with rushing. When the time finally comes, make sure you have sturdy boxes in a variety of sizes, along with foam peanuts and bubble wrap to protect your fragile items, a good supply of packing tape and bold markers for labeling boxes. Moving blankets and hand trucks will make the experience easier - be sure you've got them on hand. <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/supplies-and-services/">Click here for a full inventory</a> of moving accessories.</p><p><strong>Mark and group.</strong> Label the outside of your boxes as you pack. Try making a generalized list of what's in the box. It's also a good idea to put your first name or symbol that'll help you recognize what's yours.</p><p><strong>Plan ahead.</strong> If you're renting a moving truck, it's essential to reserve at least two weeks in advance. Because it's a busy moving season, delaying could leave you stuck without transportation. Most movers find the 12- or 16-foot truck perfect for moving a few large items or the contents of a small apartment. For guidance with truck selection, visit <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/truck-wizard/">Penske’s Truck Wizard</a>.</p><p><strong>Safety and security.</strong> Trucks are taller, wider, heavier and require more stopping distance than the vehicle you are used to driving. Take extra precautions, especially when the truck is loaded. Watch out for low-hanging tree branches and building overhangs and use extra caution when cornering. To protect your belongings, park in well-lit areas and padlock the rear door.</p><p>To make sure you've got everything you need on moving day, create a travel bag for keeping important paperwork (like your registration information and dorm confirmations), credit cards, identification, change of clothes, drinks and snacks close at hand. For a complete list of moving tips, visit our <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/renting-from-penske/plan-your-move/">moving guide page</a>.</p><p>You can reserve a <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/supplies-and-services/moving-labor/">Penske rental truck online</a>.</p><p></p><p><em>By ”Move Ahead” Staff</em></p></div>
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