Successful
relocation requires careful planning, budgeting, and strategy. There are a huge
number of potential pitfalls if important factors are overlooked. When planning
for your move, these important Do's and Dont's will impact how the process will
unfold, smoothly or problematic.
The very first
decision you will have to make is undoubtedly hiring professional movers or
opting to do it yourself. Unless you are a professional mover, chances are you
are not properly equipped or accustomed to performing even half of what the
actual process entails. Professional movers know how to pack, how to handle
your fragile items and how to arrange the truck and drive it. Therefore,
hiring a professional moving company is a colossal initial step towards a
smooth relocation. Even a small move across town can be very complicated and
doing it yourself will put a lot of strain on your mind and your body.
Ultimately, a DIY move may not be as affordable, potentially costing you
more money and adding more stress to an already stressful situation. Now that
you've made a conscious decision to hire professional, choosing the right
company for you is just as important. Not all moving companies are the
same, although many are legitimate, there are some who take advantage of their
clients and choosing the wrong mover can make your relocation into a nightmare.
There are many companies to choose from, ideally you may want to narrow
down to your top three to compare prices and services being offered. First and
foremost, make sure your top picks are legitimate operating companies who are
licensed and insured, otherwise walk away immediately and start your search
over. Research your top candidates to insure your items are in good hands and
the movers you choose are trustworthy and reliable. Begin by getting
estimates and be wary of very low prices, some companies tend to lure with
incentives just to get a contract and then they hit you with hidden fees. Be
sure to include everything you will want to move in your estimate, failing to
provide the movers with accurate information, will result in additional fees.
In the moving industry, as in most, you get what you pay for and opting to go
with the "cheapest" company should be avoided. In the end, you may be
sacrificing more important things, like getting your precious belongings moved
and delivered safely. Now that you've picked your company, make sure to book a
few months in advance. Reputable moving companies tend to stay consistently
busy, especially during the summer months and on weekends. Avoid booking last
minute and risk ending up with unreliable movers. Begin packing your belongings
in advance as well to avoid over packing possibly causing damage. Do not pack
your heavy items in large boxes, but rather in small, this allows for easier
and safer handling. If you are not doing the packing yourself, oversee
your movers, some tend to rush and may cause sustainable damage to your items.
Pack your valuables, such as jewelry, on your own time and transport them
yourself. Small items, such as jewelry can go missing and unnoticed for a long
time after the move before you realize they're gone, at which point they're
gone for good. Be sure to also pack a survival kit of essentials you will
need for the first night at your new home. Going through all the boxes and
finding what you need is time consuming, and after a long move day you may want
to relax rather than go looking for bed sheets to sleep on or utensils to eat.
This way you will recharge and start fresh the next day, because unpacking is a
lengthy and just as stressful experience as moving itself. Lastly, if your move
went as good as you hoped and you are one satisfied client, be sure to return
the gesture and leave your company a positive review. As with any business,
reviews can either make or break a company. If the company of your choice has a
website you can leave it on there or on an affiliate website, such as Yelp,
designed specifically for this purpose.
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