Avoid Moving Disasters by Hiring Professionals
Hiring someone to move you costs more than doing it yourself, but there are numerous benefits that justify the cost. Busy professionals and families with young children will find hiring a moving company to be especially advantageous.
Before you do anything else, give your house a thorough clearing out to get rid of anything you won’t be taking with you. This will save you money by making the packing process faster, and by allowing you to use a smaller van. The movers will need to come out and take an inventory before they can even give you an estimate, so this has to be done first. If you have a moving sale, you can even subsidize some of your costs.
Next, do your homework. Research companies in your area using online and other sources. Get referrals from friends and associates, and ask the companies for references. Verify the references by making a few phone calls.
It’s very important to carefully discuss what kind of protection against damage, theft, and accidents each company offers. Most moves are routine, but there’s always the possibility of something unexpected happening, and you need to be very clear on who’s responsible for what. It’s a good idea to purchase more insurance than you think you need, just in case.
Be sure to get everything in writing, including what size van you’ll be getting, and how long you have it booked for. It’s especially important to make sure that the movers and the van will be available on the dates that you need them.
Keep in mind that there are always going to be some things you won’t want to put in the moving van. Items with high monetary or sentimental value, legal documents, and family photographs are examples of things that should make the journey with you.
By spending a little time planning and doing some prep work, you can reduce the costs of a professional move and decrease the chances of things going wrong.
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March 15, 2011 | Posted by Brian Hodson
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