Stress usually sets in the moment you decide it’s time to move. There is just so much to do before you get the get the keys to your new place, let alone before you finally fall asleep in your own bed in your new bedroom.
One of the best ways to combat the stress of moving day is to find a reliable, experienced moving company who can take care of physically shifting your stuff, so all you have to do is get there. Here are 5 steps you need to follow for an easy, seamless move:
It sounds obvious, and it is, but Google is usually the best place to start. Search for local moving companies and compile a list to investigate further and potentially get quotes from. Most importantly, check the Google reviews for that company, and read them through. These reviews will give you the best feel for how that company works, what other customers experiences have been, and if there are any red flags that would ward you away. Strike any from your initial list who don’t feel right.
Are the companies on your list licensed and insured?
This is an important question to answer early on. Most companies will provide their license numbers on their website, but if not, ask for them. Use Protect Your Move if you are at all worried. It’s also worth finding out what insurance they have and what that insurance covers. You don’t want any damages caused to your valuables on move in day and not have it all insured.
Figure out what services you need, and what services you may want
Different companies are going to offer a different range of services, so look into what’s available and what you’d like, if you can get it to fit into your budget. Some companies will just move boxes from one place to another, whereas others will do everything for you. Some companies provide their customers with modern packing boxes, pack, move, store, unpack, disassemble and reassemble, and do specialty moves of antiques and more.
If you need those services make sure the companies you’re looking into have what you need. Most companies should be able to tell you how long they believe the move will take, all going according to plan. Be upfront about any concerns you might have and if you believe you’re moving a long distance that could take more than one day to have everything ready in your new house.
Go directly to the companies for quotes
While broker websites will tell you the best information on price, they aren’t going to be able to tell you the ins and outs of your move, what the moving companies plans, are and other details that will help you feel at ease about your move. Go directly to the company, tell them what you need, and ask them to quote. If you’re unsure what your budget will buy, ask them about a range of services from your minimum requirement to your ideal. Use a moving calculator so you can get an idea of distance you will cover, as well as amount of cubic feet you need. Do your research, gather the quotes and compare moving companies.
Choose the company that makes you feel most assured
Cheapest is not always best, and it’s important to take this to heart when it’s your home you are putting into someone else’s hands. Speak to someone from the company on the phone or face to face if you need to. Go back, reread testimonials, search for other reviews, and do what you need to feel ready to make your decision. If everything looks good on paper and feels right to you, you’re good to go.
Remember, once moving day comes there’s no going back, so you need to pick the right company the first time. The last thing you need on moving day is careless movers damaging your beloved possessions while moving your boxes into your new home.
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