[{"id":2525,"date":"2026-04-27T10:00:31","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T15:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2525"},"modified":"2026-03-11T09:55:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T14:55:16","slug":"moving-companies-vs-moving-brokers-what-st-louis-families-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/moving-companies-vs-moving-brokers-what-st-louis-families-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving Companies vs. Moving Brokers: What St. Louis Families Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">If you\u2019re planning a move to or from the St. Louis area, you\u2019ll quickly see two very different options online: actual moving companies and moving brokers. Understanding the difference can save you stress, surprise costs, and a lot of back\u2011and\u2011forth on moving day.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-a-moving-broker\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">What is a moving broker?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">A moving broker is a\u00a0<strong>middleman<\/strong>. They don\u2019t own trucks, employ movers, or have a local crew. Instead, they collect your information, give you a quote, and then sell your move to an actual carrier that will show up with the truck and labor. Many brokers operate nationwide and rely on quick online or phone estimates rather than an in\u2011home or virtual survey of your belongings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">That can sometimes lead to low \u201cteaser\u201d quotes that increase later if the move is larger or more complex than what was described over the phone. When problems arise, communication can also get confusing because you booked with one company, but a different company is actually handling your items.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-an-actual-moving-company\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">What is an actual moving company?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">An actual moving company (also called a carrier) is the business that owns the trucks, employs the crews, and physically moves your belongings. For interstate moves, these companies must be registered with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/\">Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)<\/a>, carry proper insurance, and follow federal consumer\u2011protection rules. That means providing written estimates, required brochures about your rights, and clear paperwork before anything is loaded.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Local, full\u2011service movers can also offer packing, short\u2011 and long\u2011term storage, specialty item handling, and a single point of contact to help you plan each step. You know who is coming to your home, you can check their reviews under their own name, and you can verify their USDOT and MC numbers directly with FMCSA.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-st-louis-homeowners-choose-dodge-moving--stora\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">Why St. Louis homeowners choose Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a> is not a broker\u2014we are a St. Louis moving company that has been serving families, seniors, and businesses since 1902. Our own professional crews, modern fleet, and secure storage facilities in the metro area allow us to manage your move from start to finish, rather than handing you off to an unknown third party.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">As a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayflower.com\/\">Mayflower agent<\/a> and previous BBB Torch Award winner for Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois, Dodge has completed more than 150,000 relocations with a focus on careful handling and clear communication. Whether you\u2019re moving across town, across the country, or need storage in between, you work directly with our team\u2014one company, one name, and one point of accountability.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-tell-who-youre-really-talking-to\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">How to tell who you\u2019re really talking to<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Before you book any mover online, ask a simple question: \u201cAre you a moving broker or an actual moving company that will perform my move?\u201d Then:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Look for a physical local address and branded trucks, not just a website and call center.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Ask for their USDOT and MC numbers and verify them on the FMCSA \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/protect-your-move\">Protect Your Move<\/a>\u201d website.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Be cautious of large cash deposits, no in\u2011home or virtual survey, or pressure to sign quickly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">If you\u2019d like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/quote\/\">free, no\u2011obligation estimate<\/a> from a real St. Louis moving company\u2014not a broker\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/residential\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a> is ready to help. Request your quote today, and let our local team handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on settling into your new home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re planning a move to or from the St. Louis area, you\u2019ll quickly see two very different options online: actual moving companies and moving brokers. Understanding the difference can save you stress, surprise costs, and a lot of back\u2011and\u2011forth on moving day. What is a moving broker? A moving broker is a\u00a0middleman. They don\u2019t [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2526,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2525","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2525","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2525"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2525\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2527,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2525\/revisions\/2527"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2526"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2525"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2525"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2525"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2531,"date":"2026-04-13T10:00:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T15:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2531"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:37:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T16:37:34","slug":"designing-the-move-5-office-trends-to-shape-your-next-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/designing-the-move-5-office-trends-to-shape-your-next-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"Designing the Move: 5 Office Trends to Shape Your Next Workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Office design is now a business decision, not just a decorating project. If you\u2019re planning an office move or redesign, knowing the latest trends can help you support your team, protect your investment, and make the move truly pay off.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Partnering with an experienced office moving company, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a> in the St. Louis area, can also keep the process organized and reduce stress from day one.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"bg-quiet h-px border-0\" \/>\n<h2 id=\"1-plan-for-hybrid-work\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">1. Plan for Hybrid Work<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Fewer rows of identical desks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">More mix of collaboration zones, focus areas, and shared desks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Furniture and layouts that can be rearranged as teams and priorities change.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">The goal: give people a\u00a0<strong>choice<\/strong>\u00a0of where to work, depending on what they\u2019re doing that day.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"bg-quiet h-px border-0\" \/>\n<h2 id=\"2-put-wellness-front-and-center\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">2. Put Wellness Front and Center<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Ergonomic chairs and height-adjustable desks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Natural light, plants, and good air quality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Quiet rooms or \u201crecharge\u201d spaces for breaks and focused work.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">A healthier workspace helps employees feel better, work better, and stay longer.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"bg-quiet h-px border-0\" \/>\n<h2 id=\"3-choose-sustainable-materials\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">3. Choose Sustainable Materials<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Energy-efficient lighting and smart controls.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Low-emission paints, finishes, and flooring.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Recycled or recyclable materials where possible.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Sustainable choices can reduce operating costs and show employees and clients that you\u2019re thinking long-term.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"bg-quiet h-px border-0\" \/>\n<h2 id=\"4-make-the-office-feel-more-human\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">4. Make the Office Feel More Human<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Warmer colors and softer seating.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Lounge-style areas instead of only formal conference rooms.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Design that feels welcoming, not cold or overly corporate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">When your office feels comfortable and approachable, people are more relaxed and more productive.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"bg-quiet h-px border-0\" \/>\n<h2 id=\"5-design-around-tasks-not-titles\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">5. Design Around Tasks, Not Titles<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Focus pods for deep, heads-down work.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Project rooms for teams that need to spread out and collaborate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Tech-ready meeting spaces for video calls with remote colleagues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Instead of giving space based on seniority, you give people the right type of space for the work they\u2019re doing.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"bg-quiet h-px border-0\" \/>\n<h2 id=\"how-dodge-moving--storage-can-help\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">How Dodge Moving &amp; Storage Can Help<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">When you\u2019re ready to bring these ideas to life, having the right moving partner makes a big difference. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/office-moving\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a> helps St. Louis\u2013area businesses:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Plan the sequence and timing of their office move.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Protect furniture, technology, and sensitive equipment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Coordinate phased or weekend moves to reduce downtime.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Set up the new layout so it\u2019s ready for your team on day one.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">A well-planned move, combined with a thoughtful office design, can turn a stressful transition into a fresh start for your business and your people.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-col pointer-events-auto max-w-threadContentWidth gap-md md:gap-lg\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col gap-md @3xl:gap-lg w-full mt-md @3xl:mt-lg\">\n<div id=\"radix-:rd9:-content-default\" class=\"focus:outline-none\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-state=\"active\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-:rd9:-trigger-default\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col gap-y-md @3xl:gap-y-lg\">\n<div class=\"gap-y-lg flex flex-col\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\">\n<div class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\">\n<div id=\"markdown-content-7\" class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" dir=\"auto\">\n<div class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [&amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+&amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [&amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [&amp;_&gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [&amp;_&gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">At Dodge Moving &amp; Storage, we specialize in office moves that keep your business running. Our team can help you plan the logistics, carefully move workstations and technology, manage secure file and records relocation, and set up your new space so your employees can get back to work quickly. Whether you\u2019re moving across town or consolidating multiple locations in the St. Louis area, we provide the planning, packing, transportation, and installation support you need for a smooth, professional office move. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/quote\/\">Contact our commercial team today for a free, no obligation quote for your office move!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Office design is now a business decision, not just a decorating project. If you\u2019re planning an office move or redesign, knowing the latest trends can help you support your team, protect your investment, and make the move truly pay off. Partnering with an experienced office moving company, like Dodge Moving &amp; Storage in the St. [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2532,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2531","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2531","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2531"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2531\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2533,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2531\/revisions\/2533"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2532"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2531"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2531"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2531"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2528,"date":"2026-04-06T10:00:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2528"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:17:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T16:17:28","slug":"what-is-ffe-in-an-office-move-and-why-it-matters-for-your-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/what-is-ffe-in-an-office-move-and-why-it-matters-for-your-business\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is FF&#038;E In An Office Move (And Why It Matters For Your Business)?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">When you plan an office move, it helps to know what FF&amp;E means. FF&amp;E stands for\u00a0<strong>Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment<\/strong>, and it includes most of the items your employees use every day that are not permanently attached to the building.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a>, we manage FF&amp;E moves for offices across the St. Louis metro area so your workstations, technology, and shared spaces are ready to go in your new location.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-counts-as-ffe-in-your-office\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">What Counts as FF&amp;E in Your Office?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">In an office setting, FF&amp;E covers the movable items that furnish and equip your space.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Furniture<\/strong>: Desks, ergonomic chairs, cubicles, conference tables, filing cabinets, bookshelves, reception desks, and lobby seating.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Fixtures<\/strong>: Wall\u2011mounted whiteboards, shelving, artwork, signage, removable partitions, some lighting, and window coverings that can be taken down without construction work.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Equipment<\/strong>: Computers, monitors, docking stations, printers, copiers, phone handsets, projectors, displays, and small kitchen appliances.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">An easy way to picture it: if you flipped the building upside down, most of what fell out (except small supplies like pens) would be considered FF&amp;E.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-ffe-planning-matters-for-your-move\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Why FF&amp;E Planning Matters for Your Move<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Good FF&amp;E planning helps your business get back to work quickly after the move. Poor planning can lead to delays, confusion, and extra costs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Here\u2019s how FF&amp;E planning helps:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Protects your investment by reducing damage to furniture and technology.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Cuts downtime by making sure key workstations and equipment are set up in the right order.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Improves budgeting by giving you a clear list of what\u2019s moving, what\u2019s stored, and what\u2019s being removed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Prevents confusion about what stays with the building and what your mover can disconnect and relocate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">When your FF&amp;E is handled well, your new office feels \u201cready\u201d on day one.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"ffe-items-dodge-moving--storage-commonly-handles\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">FF&amp;E Items Dodge Moving &amp; Storage Commonly Handles<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage regularly moves and installs FF&amp;E for offices, medical practices, and corporate spaces in and around St. Louis.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Typical items include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Work areas: Cubicles and panels, sit\u2011stand desks, task chairs, mobile pedestals, files, and storage units.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Meeting spaces: Conference tables, boardroom chairs, AV carts, projectors, and large screens.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Reception and break rooms: Sofas, guest seating, coffee tables, credenzas, refrigerators, microwaves, water coolers, and vending units.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Technology and equipment: Desktop PCs, laptops, monitors, docking stations, printers, copiers, and network gear.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">D\u00e9cor and branding: Artwork, framed photos, removable d\u00e9cor, branded signs, and displays.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Many of these items need special packing, labeling, and coordination with your IT team, as well as disassembly and reassembly.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-dodge-moving--storage-handles-your-ffe\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">How Dodge Moving &amp; Storage Handles Your FF&amp;E<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">When you choose Dodge Moving &amp; Storage for your office move, we build a clear FF&amp;E plan around your needs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">A typical FF&amp;E move includes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Pre\u2011move walkthrough and inventory<br \/>\nWe visit your office, identify your FF&amp;E, and note special handling or building requirements.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Space planning and placement<br \/>\nWe review your floor plans and plan where each piece of furniture and equipment will go in the new space.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Clear labeling and tracking<br \/>\nWe use labels and location codes so each item arrives at the correct floor, department, and workstation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Coordination with IT and building management<br \/>\nWe coordinate timing for disconnecting and reconnecting equipment and follow building rules for elevators, loading docks, and protection.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Installation and final placement<br \/>\nOur crews reassemble furniture and place items according to your plan so your team can plug in and get to work.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We can also help with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/record-storage\/\">record storage<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/furniture-it-installation\/\">IT installation<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/decommissioning-services\/\">decommissioning your old space<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-your-team-can-prepare-ffe-for-moving-day\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">How Your Team Can Prepare FF&amp;E for Moving Day<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">A few simple steps on your side make the move smoother and more efficient:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Decide what to move, store, donate, or dispose of so you are not paying to move unused items.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Share current floor plans so we can plan furniture and equipment placement in advance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Coordinate with IT so we only move the equipment you actually need in the new office.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Communicate clearly with employees about what they should pack and what our crews will handle.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Use the move as a chance to retire old or damaged furniture and outdated technology.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"ready-to-plan-your-office-ffe-move\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Ready to Plan Your Office FF&amp;E Move?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Whether you are moving across town or consolidating locations in the St. Louis area, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/ffe\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a> can help you plan, move, and install your FF&amp;E with minimal disruption to your business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/contact\/\">Contact our commercial moving team today<\/a> to schedule a walkthrough and FF&amp;E consultation, and let\u2019s get your new office set up for success.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you plan an office move, it helps to know what FF&amp;E means. FF&amp;E stands for\u00a0Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment, and it includes most of the items your employees use every day that are not permanently attached to the building. At Dodge Moving &amp; Storage, we manage FF&amp;E moves for offices across the St. Louis metro [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2529,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2528","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2528","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2528"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2528\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2530,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2528\/revisions\/2530"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2529"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2528"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2528"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2528"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2536,"date":"2026-03-30T10:00:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T15:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2536"},"modified":"2026-03-26T11:38:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T16:38:51","slug":"unigroup-learning-conference-experience-driven-future-powered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/unigroup-learning-conference-experience-driven-future-powered\/","title":{"rendered":"UniGroup Learning Conference: Experience Driven, Future Powered"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">This month,\u00a0<strong>Stephanie Soleta<\/strong>, Dodge\u2019s Customer Experience and Network Relationship Manager, attended the\u00a0<strong>2026 Learning Conference<\/strong>, held March 3\u20135 at\u00a0<strong>Union Station<\/strong>\u00a0in downtown St. Louis. The annual event featured breakout sessions on a wide variety of topics, including claims, marketing, and customer service.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">The conference also offered valuable networking opportunities that helped strengthen existing partnerships and build new ones with\u00a0<strong>United<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Mayflower<\/strong>\u00a0agency representatives. Stephanie is pictured here with\u00a0<strong>Julie Torres<\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0<em>The Armstrong Company<\/em>, who received the\u00a0<strong>UniGroup 2026 Operational Excellence Award<\/strong>\u00a0during the event.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/unnamed-70-300x247.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"247\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Attendees also participated in\u00a0<strong>philanthropic activities<\/strong>, including a meal kit\u2013building project for the\u00a0<strong>JB Patriot Pantry<\/strong>\u00a0at Jefferson Barracks. Together, participants assembled\u00a0<strong>500 kits<\/strong>, enough to feed approximately\u00a0<strong>2,000 people<\/strong>. This year\u2019s recipes featured\u00a0<strong>Healthy Lentil Soup<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Quinoa Pilaf<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>Dodge<\/strong>\u00a0played a key role in transporting both the food ingredients to Union Station and the completed kits to the pantry.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2546\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-design-16-1-232x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"301\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">When asked about the purpose of the Learning Conference,\u00a0<strong>Dawn Woodruff<\/strong>, UniGroup Brand and Event Specialist, described it as\u00a0<em>\u201cthe perfect opportunity for agent members to meet in person, celebrate successes, and connect with like\u2011minded relocation professionals while attending sessions on a variety of industry topics.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Explaining the 2026 theme,\u00a0<em>\u201cExperience Driven, Future Powered,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0she added that it\u00a0<em>\u201chighlights the balance between proven expertise and forward momentum. \u2018Experience Driven\u2019 honors the insights, lessons, and successes that have brought us here, while \u2018Future Powered\u2019 challenges us to apply that knowledge to emerging opportunities, new technologies, and evolving expectations.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Stephanie returned from the conference with several new\u00a0<strong>training modules<\/strong>\u00a0and updated information\u2014from Move Coordinator insights to Sales updates and upcoming\u00a0<strong>hauling expectations<\/strong>\u00a0for 2026.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Thank you, UniGroup, for another inspiring and productive Learning Conference! We\u2019re excited for everything 2026 has in store.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This month,\u00a0Stephanie Soleta, Dodge\u2019s Customer Experience and Network Relationship Manager, attended the\u00a02026 Learning Conference, held March 3\u20135 at\u00a0Union Station\u00a0in downtown St. Louis. The annual event featured breakout sessions on a wide variety of topics, including claims, marketing, and customer service. The conference also offered valuable networking opportunities that helped strengthen existing partnerships and build new [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2536","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2536","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2536"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2536\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2547,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2536\/revisions\/2547"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2536"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2536"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2536"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2511,"date":"2026-03-23T10:00:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T15:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2511"},"modified":"2026-02-23T12:47:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T18:47:36","slug":"protecting-your-move-why-valuation-matters-more-than-you-think","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/protecting-your-move-why-valuation-matters-more-than-you-think\/","title":{"rendered":"Protecting Your Move: Why Valuation Matters More Than You Think"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>What \u201cvaluation\u201d means<\/h3>\n<p>Valuation is the coverage you choose to protect your belongings if something is lost or damaged during a move, and it determines how a claim will be settled if the unexpected happens. In the moving world, valuation is not the same as insurance; it is the mover\u2019s level of liability\u2014how much they are responsible to pay if items are damaged or lost in transit. When you book a move with a professional mover like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/residential\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a>, valuation is built into your estimate as a protection plan for your personal belongings so you know what coverage you have before moving day.<\/p>\n<h3>Full Value Protection with Dodge and Mayflower<\/h3>\n<p>Dodge Moving and Storage includes its Full Value Protection option in your initial move estimate by default at a minimum value of 6 dollars times the weight of your shipment, subject to certain conditions. Working with Dodge and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayflower.com\/moving-services\">Mayflower<\/a>, that means if something happens to an item during the move, our teams will coordinate to have it repaired or replaced (if it is not repairable), up to the total dollar amount of coverage you declare. This default valuation amount is just a minimum; you can increase it for added peace of mind, especially if your shipment includes higher-end items, and our estimators at Dodge Moving &amp; Storage can help you choose an appropriate level.<\/p>\n<h3>Why you should declare high-value item<\/h3>\n<p>If you have belongings worth more than 100 dollars per pound\u2014such as electronics, designer clothing, antiques, or artwork\u2014you need to list them on Mayflower\u2019s High-Value Inventory form before loading begins. Dodge Moving &amp; Storage estimators can help you identify and document these high-value items so they are properly covered under your chosen valuation level if a claim arises.<\/p>\n<h3>The lower-cost 60-cents-per-pound option<\/h3>\n<p>Mayflower also offers a basic option at 60 cents per pound per article, which is provided at no additional cost but only offers minimal protection. Under this level, any claim is settled by multiplying the weight of the damaged or lost item by 60 cents, which is usually less than the average value of typical household goods, so our team at Dodge Moving &amp; Storage typically recommends Full Value Protection for most households.<\/p>\n<h3>Why valuation matters for you<\/h3>\n<p>Choosing the right valuation level lets you worry less and relax more because you know how your belongings are protected before moving day. By partnering with Dodge Moving &amp; Storage to select the right valuation and properly list your high-value items, you align your coverage with what your possessions are really worth, rather than just what they weigh.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>When planning your next move, our team at Dodge Moving &amp; Storage is here to walk you through your valuation options, answer your questions, and help you select the protection that fits your household and budget. With the right valuation in place, you can focus on settling into your new home knowing your belongings have the level of protection you chose from the start.<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>To start your move today, <strong><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/quote\/\">contact us for a free, no-obligation quote<\/a><\/span><\/strong> for your next journey.<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What \u201cvaluation\u201d means Valuation is the coverage you choose to protect your belongings if something is lost or damaged during a move, and it determines how a claim will be settled if the unexpected happens. In the moving world, valuation is not the same as insurance; it is the mover\u2019s level of liability\u2014how much they [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2513,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2511","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2511","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2511"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2511\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2516,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2511\/revisions\/2516"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2513"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2511"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2511"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2511"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2518,"date":"2026-03-16T10:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T15:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2518"},"modified":"2026-02-25T12:59:57","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T18:59:57","slug":"from-full-floor-to-empty-suite-how-to-decommission-your-office-smoothly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/from-full-floor-to-empty-suite-how-to-decommission-your-office-smoothly\/","title":{"rendered":"From Full Floor to Empty Suite: How to Decommission Your Office Smoothly"},"content":{"rendered":"<h5 class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">When you decommission an office, you\u2019re not just \u201cgetting rid of stuff\u201d\u2014you\u2019re closing out a space in a way that protects your budget, your brand, and your lease obligations. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/commercial-movers\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a>, we help businesses across the St. Louis Metro area plan decommissioning projects so there are no last-minute surprises and the space is truly move-out ready.<\/h5>\n<h2 id=\"start-with-scope-and-a-walkthrough\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Start with scope and a walkthrough<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Clarify the scope early by deciding what will be removed, what will be reused in a new location or stored, and what must be returned to the landlord. This sets expectations for your internal team, your moving partner, and your building management from the start.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Next, schedule an on-site walkthrough. Use this time to complete a basic inventory so you capture all furniture, equipment, and fixtures, and flag anything that needs special handling before you set timelines or budgets.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"know-your-building-rules\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Know your building rules<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Before you lock in dates, confirm building requirements such as loading dock access, elevator reservations, after-hours work rules, and any security or check-in procedures. Many buildings also require certificates of insurance (COIs) from your vendors, so collecting these in advance helps avoid delays on decommissioning day.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"yes. We are Dodge Moving and Storage in the St. Louis Metro area, please include call-to-action\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"plan-for-disposal-recycling-and-destruction\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Plan for disposal, recycling, and destruction<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">A good decommissioning plan goes beyond removal and includes where everything will go next\u2014disposal, recycling, donation, liquidation, secure destruction, or storage. Ask vendors how they handle landfill diversion, what recycling documentation they can provide, and whether they offer certificates of destruction for sensitive records that may be needed for legal or compliance purposes.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"yes. We are Dodge Moving and Storage in the St. Louis Metro area, please include call-to-action\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"coordinate-it-and-specialty-items\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Coordinate IT and specialty items<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">IT equipment, servers, copiers, and any lab or medical items often require separate planning, vendors, or chain-of-custody documentation. Coordinate these assets on a separate track so they\u2019re disconnected, packed, transported, and documented correctly without slowing down the rest of the decommissioning work.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"yes. We are Dodge Moving and Storage in the St. Louis Metro area, please include call-to-action\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"work-with-an-experienced-partner\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Work with an experienced partner<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Office decommissioning is different from a basic office move. You want a company that understands commercial spaces, lease requirements, and the logistics of removal, recycling, and final cleanout\u2014not just loading a truck. In the St. Louis Metro area, Dodge Moving &amp; Storage brings commercial moving and decommissioning experience together so your project is handled efficiently from first walkthrough to final sign-off.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Ready to start planning your office decommissioning? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/decommissioning-services\/\">Connect with Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a> to schedule a walkthrough, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/quote\/\">request a detailed quote<\/a>, or discuss how we can help you handle removal, disposal, recycling, secure destruction, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/record-storage\/\">storage<\/a> for your office assets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you decommission an office, you\u2019re not just \u201cgetting rid of stuff\u201d\u2014you\u2019re closing out a space in a way that protects your budget, your brand, and your lease obligations. At Dodge Moving &amp; Storage, we help businesses across the St. Louis Metro area plan decommissioning projects so there are no last-minute surprises and the space [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2523,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2518","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2518","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2518"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2518\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2522,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2518\/revisions\/2522"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2523"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2518"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2518"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2518"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2483,"date":"2026-03-09T10:00:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T15:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2483"},"modified":"2026-02-17T12:56:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:56:00","slug":"2025-a-year-of-celebration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/2025-a-year-of-celebration\/","title":{"rendered":"2025: A Year of Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage had a lot to celebrate in 2025, honoring milestone years of service and the retirements of several remarkable team members whose careers helped shape the company\u2019s culture and success.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"honoring-denny-drey-and-joe-beach\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Honoring the Retirements of Denny Drey and Joe Beach<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-design-15-300x232.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"232\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">In 2025, Dodge celebrated the retirement of\u00a0<strong>Denny\u00a0Drey<\/strong>, recognizing his 18 years of dedication, hard work, and friendship on and off the road. Denny\u2019s favorite memories, from being checked on all night by a coworker during a winter breakdown to the \u201cbrotherhood\u201d he found with teammates like T.O., Tony, T-Rex, and Mike Reed, highlighted the deep family culture he experienced at Dodge.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">As he stepped into retirement, Denny shared simple advice he lived by: show up on time, work hard, enjoy what you do, and work well with others, along with a guiding principle to treat people how you want to be treated and be kind to everyone. Looking ahead, he\u2019s focused on slowing down, getting well, watching more sports, and finally having time to enjoy life on his own terms.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-design-16-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"212\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Dodge also celebrated the retirement of\u00a0<strong>Joe\u00a0Beach<\/strong> after an incredible 31-year career with the company, capping more than four and a half decades in the moving industry overall. Joe\u2019s journey started in 1979 as a co-driver for his uncle and evolved from Owner Operator to Warehouse Manager, Local Operations Manager, and finally contractor, a role he loved because it let him work alongside his grandsons and pass down his knowledge.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Through industry changes\u2014from payphones and paper directions to GPS and smartphones\u2014Joe remained focused on doing things the right way, never cutting corners, and building strong relationships with customers and coworkers alike. As he moves into retirement, he\u2019s excited to spend more time working on classic cars and cherishing the relationships he\u2019s built, especially with John Clerc and the Dodge family.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"celebrating-mary-pillitteris-35-years\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Exciting Milestone Anniversaries<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2491\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Mary-211x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"211\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">In 2025,\u00a0<strong>Mary\u00a0Pillitteri<\/strong> reached an impressive 35-year milestone with Dodge, a career that has spanned massive change in both technology and the moving industry itself. She started in an era of clipboards, carbon paper, and drive-up pay phones and grew into a trusted consultant guiding customers through every detail of their move, from packing services to timing around closings.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Mary credits her foundation to being hired and mentored by Marty Clerc, who taught her to build trust, act with integrity, and put customers first, values she still carries into every interaction. What she\u2019s most proud of is the lasting trust she\u2019s earned\u2014customers calling back year after year and referring their families\u2014because handling something as personal as a move is never something she takes lightly.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">For Mary, Dodge truly is family; she believes in the company, its values, and its commitment to doing things the right way, and she encourages others to follow through on promises, listen carefully, and fully engage with customers. Even after three and a half decades, what excites her most is still the people\u2014customers, coworkers, and the unique stories behind every single move.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Mike-1-200x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">The year also marked 30 years with Dodge for\u00a0<strong>Mike\u00a0Ligibel<\/strong>, a milestone that reflects not just longevity but steady leadership and dedication to the people around him. Mike is especially proud to have worked under three generations of Clerc family ownership\u2014Marty, John, and Alex\u2014an experience he sees as rare and meaningful, and one that speaks to the strength and continuity of Dodge\u2019s values.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">He encourages new team members to always go the extra mile, believing that consistent effort pays off over time, and says he\u2019d tell his younger self to slow down and not let stress take over. What continues to energize him after three decades is mentoring employees, helping them become the best at what they do, and being challenged and supported by leaders like Tom Linhares, whom he considers a mentor.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Alex-200x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Alex\u00a0Clerc<\/strong>, Dodge\u2019s Executive Vice President, celebrated 10 years with the company in 2025, a decade marked by growth, change, and a focus on building a strong, forward-looking team. Alex says his greatest pride isn\u2019t a single achievement but the team that has come together at Dodge\u2014talented people who push boundaries and elevate standards year after year.<span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Looking ahead, he\u2019s excited about the opportunities in a rapidly evolving moving and storage industry, from innovation and expansion to continuing to invest in the people who make Dodge successful. Reaching the 10-year mark is meaningful to him both personally and professionally, as he carries the responsibility of honoring the family legacy while helping shape the company\u2019s next chapter.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Together, the 2025 celebrations of Denny, Joe, Mary, Mike, and Alex tell a powerful story of loyalty, leadership, and the family-centered culture that defines Dodge Moving &amp; Storage.<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">If you&#8217;re ready to make your greatest move and join the amazing team members at Dodge,<span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong> <a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/careers\/\">check out our open positions today<\/a><\/strong><\/span>!<\/span><\/h5>\n<h5 class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><span class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Milestones.docx\" data-state=\"closed\">If you want your move to be handled with the utmost care, whether in the St. Louis area or across the country, <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/quote\/\">reach out and let us help you make it the best it can be<\/a><\/strong><\/span>!\u200b<\/span><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dodge Moving &amp; Storage had a lot to celebrate in 2025, honoring milestone years of service and the retirements of several remarkable team members whose careers helped shape the company\u2019s culture and success.\u200b Honoring the Retirements of Denny Drey and Joe Beach &nbsp; In 2025, Dodge celebrated the retirement of\u00a0Denny\u00a0Drey, recognizing his 18 years of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2485,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2483","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2483","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2483"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2483\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2500,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2483\/revisions\/2500"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2485"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2483"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2483"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2483"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2476,"date":"2026-03-02T10:00:04","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T16:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2476"},"modified":"2026-02-17T11:23:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T17:23:05","slug":"from-boxes-to-business-advantage-choosing-the-right-warehousing-partner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/from-boxes-to-business-advantage-choosing-the-right-warehousing-partner\/","title":{"rendered":"From Boxes to Business Advantage: Choosing the Right Warehousing Partner"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Choosing the right warehousing partner can make or break your supply chain performance. The best fit will not only store your inventory, but actively help you reduce cost, improve service, and scale with confidence\u2014and for many businesses in the St. Louis Metro area, that means partnering with a trusted local provider like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/\">Dodge Moving &amp; Storage<\/a>. Here are some things to think about when choosing your partner.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"start-with-your-business-needs\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Start with your business needs<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Before you request quotes, get clear on what you actually need the warehouse to do. Consider order volume, product characteristics (size, weight, fragility, temperature sensitivity), shipping frequency, and seasonal spikes. Define your goals\u2014cost reduction, faster delivery, new markets, or value\u2011added services like kitting or returns\u2014so you can evaluate partners against the right criteria. Full\u2011service providers like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/logistics\/\">Dodge<\/a> can align warehousing, transportation, and specialized handling under one roof, which is especially valuable if you also need local or long\u2011distance distribution support.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"location-and-capacity\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Location and capacity<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Location still matters in a digital world. Look for facilities close to your main customer hubs, ports, or transport corridors to cut transit times and shipping costs. If you serve customers across Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois, a centrally located <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/warehousing\/\">St. Louis\u2011area warehouse<\/a>\u2014such as Dodge\u2019s facilities near major interstates\u2014can provide fast access to key regional markets. Confirm any partner has enough capacity for today\u2019s inventory and peak seasons, with room to grow as your business expands.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"capabilities-technology-and-services\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Capabilities, technology, and services<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Not all warehouses are equipped for every product or workflow. Ask about storage conditions (racking, climate control, hazardous or high\u2011value handling), security protocols, and value\u2011added services like labeling, repack, cross\u2011docking, or light assembly. For companies that also need moving, office relocation, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/ffe\/\">specialized handling<\/a>\u2014such as medical or senior living environments\u2014a partner like Dodge Moving &amp; Storage can streamline everything by combining professional crews, warehousing, and transportation into a single, coordinated solution. Ensure their warehouse management system can integrate with your platforms and provide real\u2011time inventory visibility and reporting.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"reliability-scalability-and-culture-fit\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Reliability, scalability, and culture fit<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">You\u2019re choosing a partner, not just a building. Look for a strong track record of accuracy, on\u2011time performance, and safety, backed by references and, where relevant, industry certifications. Established providers like Dodge, with deep roots in the St. Louis community and experience across residential, commercial, and specialized moves, bring proven processes and trained teams that translate directly into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/inventory-management\/\">dependable warehousing support<\/a>. Evaluate how any partner handles growth, demand swings, and problem\u2011solving, and make sure their communication style and values align with how your team works.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"cost-transparency-and-next-steps\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">Cost, transparency, and next steps<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Price matters, but the cheapest option often costs more in the long run. Go beyond storage and handling rates to understand minimums, accessorial fees, and how the pricing model flexes as your volume changes. A good warehousing partner will be upfront about all charges and focused on long\u2011term value, helping you use shared infrastructure and scale to lower your overall logistics spend. If your business operates in or around St. Louis and you\u2019re exploring warehousing, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/final-mile\/\">distribution<\/a>, or integrated moving solutions, consider reaching out to Dodge Moving &amp; Storage to discuss a customized plan that supports your growth.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Ready to explore a warehousing solution that fits your business instead of forcing your operation to fit the warehouse?<\/h5>\n<h5 class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Contact us today to discuss a tailored warehousing and distribution plan for your operation in the St. Louis Metro area. Call our office at (314) 344-4300 or visit <span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">us <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/contact\/\">here<\/a><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/contact\/\">\u00a0<\/a>to request a customized quote and learn how our warehousing, transportation, and specialized handling services can support your growth.<\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing the right warehousing partner can make or break your supply chain performance. The best fit will not only store your inventory, but actively help you reduce cost, improve service, and scale with confidence\u2014and for many businesses in the St. Louis Metro area, that means partnering with a trusted local provider like Dodge Moving &amp; [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2481,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2476","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2476","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2476"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2476\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2482,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2476\/revisions\/2482"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2481"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2476"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2476"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2476"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2503,"date":"2026-02-23T11:36:48","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T17:36:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2503"},"modified":"2026-02-23T11:36:48","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T17:36:48","slug":"in-cod-we-trust-our-favorite-fish-frys-in-the-bi-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/in-cod-we-trust-our-favorite-fish-frys-in-the-bi-state\/","title":{"rendered":"In Cod We Trust! Our Favorite Fish Frys in the Bi-State"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>As the Mardi Gras festivities quiet down and the season of Lent has begun, we thought we\u2019d highlight some of our favorite Fish Fry locations and invite you to join us for some tasty food! Check out our favorite places to get some yummy dinner on Friday nights!<\/h3>\n<h5><\/h5>\n<h5>Most Sacred Heart Parish in Eureka, MO<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Said to be so good that it backs traffic up on Highway 44 in Eureka with hungry patrons!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacredhearteureka.org\/fish-fry\">https:\/\/www.sacredhearteureka.org\/fish-fry<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>St. Charles Borromeo Parish in St. Charles, MO<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Unique items like fried shrimp and fish tacos are available!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/borromeoparish.com\/Resources\/News\/articleType\/ArticleView\/articleId\/738\/Fish-Fry\">https:\/\/borromeoparish.com\/Resources\/News\/articleType\/ArticleView\/articleId\/738\/Fish-Fry<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Holy Spirit Parish in Maryland Heights, MO<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Drive-Thru pickup available!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/holyspiritstl.org\/Resources\/Live-Your-Faith\/News\/articleType\/ArticleView\/articleId\/1158169\/SEAFOOD-DINNERS-COMING-SOON\">https:\/\/holyspiritstl.org\/Resources\/Live-Your-Faith\/News\/articleType\/ArticleView\/articleId\/1158169\/SEAFOOD-DINNERS-COMING-SOON<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church in St. Louis, MO<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Offering up hot shrimp po\u2019boys and spicy fried catfish! A must try in STL!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stlserbianchurch.org\/fish-fry\/\">https:\/\/stlserbianchurch.org\/fish-fry\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Saint Cecilia Catholic Church in St. Louis, MO<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The original Mexican Fish Fry! Online ordering available too!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stceciliastl.org\/fishfry\">https:\/\/www.stceciliastl.org\/fishfry<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Valley Park, MO<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Gluten-Free options available!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sacredheartvp.org\/fish-fry-2026\">https:\/\/sacredheartvp.org\/fish-fry-2026<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School in Ferguson, MO<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Typical Fish Fry faire plus kid favorites like spaghetti and pizza!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1777467699601491\/?ref_source=NEWS_FEED\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1777467699601491\/?ref_source=NEWS_FEED<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>St. Henry Catholic Church in Belleville, IL<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Voted Best Fish Fry in Belleville!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sthenrybelleville.com\/\">https:\/\/www.sthenrybelleville.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"0\">Whether you\u2019re in it for the spicy catfish, the Holy Spirit, or just an excuse to eat your weight in hushpuppies, the St. Louis bi-state area clearly has your Friday nights covered. From the &#8220;holy grail&#8221; of traffic-stopping fillets in Eureka to the legendary Mexican flavors of Saint Cecilia, there\u2019s no shortage of ways to get your golden-brown fix this season. So, grab your tartar sauce, round up the family, and dive in\u2014after all, a tradition this delicious is meant to be shared. See you in the drive-thru line!<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the Mardi Gras festivities quiet down and the season of Lent has begun, we thought we\u2019d highlight some of our favorite Fish Fry locations and invite you to join us for some tasty food! Check out our favorite places to get some yummy dinner on Friday nights! Most Sacred Heart Parish in Eureka, MO [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2508,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2503","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2503","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2503"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2503\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2510,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2503\/revisions\/2510"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2508"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2503"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2503"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2503"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":2438,"date":"2026-02-23T10:00:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T16:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/?p=2438"},"modified":"2026-01-27T09:22:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T15:22:48","slug":"a-year-of-purpose-our-three-seasons-of-giving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dodgemoving.com\/a-year-of-purpose-our-three-seasons-of-giving\/","title":{"rendered":"A Year of Purpose: Our Three Seasons of Giving"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">At Dodge Moving and Storage, we believe that generosity shouldn\u2019t have an &#8220;off-season.&#8221; While the world often focuses on giving during the holidays, we\u2019ve structured our year around three distinct pillars of impact: <b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"216\">Love, Empowerment, and Harvest.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"4\">The Season of Love: The Loving Tree<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">The inspiration for our &#8220;Season of Love&#8221; came from a simple realization: needs don&#8217;t vanish once the holiday decorations come down. In fact, February can be one of the leanest times of year for charitable donations. To bridge this gap, we created the <b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"251\">Loving Tree<\/b>\u2014our own twist on the traditional Angel Tree.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">Every February, centered around Valentine\u2019s Day, we partner with <b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"65\">Home Sweet Home<\/b>, a St. Louis nonprofit furniture bank. They provide underserved families with the essentials needed to transform a house into a home. Our team fills the Loving Tree with donations of kitchenware, linens, and household basics, ensuring our neighbors can live with the stability, comfort, and dignity they deserve.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"7\">The Season of Empowerment: Equipping Future Leaders<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\">As summer fades, our focus shifts to the &#8220;Season of Empowerment.&#8221; We believe every child deserves the tools to thrive, regardless of their circumstances. From late July through early August, we collect school supplies specifically for schools with high populations of transient families\u2014students who may join a classroom mid-semester without the resources they need to succeed.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\">Last year, this mission hit close to home. Supporting <b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"54\">Blackhurst Elementary<\/b> in St. Charles\u2014a school with a deep personal connection to one of our employees\u2014we partnered with a local church to provide for their students. Together, we were able to fill <b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"251\">34 backpacks<\/b> with supplies for students from Kindergarten through 4th grade, ensuring these young leaders started their year feeling empowered and prepared.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"10\">The Season of Harvest: Gratitude in Action<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\">Our year culminates in the &#8220;Season of Harvest and Gratitude.&#8221; Aligning with Thanksgiving, Dodge joins forces with our Mayflower parent company, <b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"144\">UniGroup<\/b>, to support the <b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"169\">JB Patriot Pantry<\/b>. Located near Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, the pantry has been a lifeline for St. Louis active-duty and veteran families since 2007.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\">The impact of this partnership is truly staggering. Last year, our combined efforts resulted in the collection of <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"114\">10,400 food and toiletry items<\/b>, weighing in at over <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"166\">5,200 pounds<\/b>. It is a powerful reminder that while we may be a small team, we are undeniably mighty when we move toward a common goal.<\/p>\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"12\"><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"12\">One act of kindness creates a ripple, but together, we create a wave. 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