Moving Day Help
More and more individuals and families are making the decision to move to another city or state. We know moving is stressful and emotionally draining, even under the best of circumstances. Moving is considered one of the top five most stressful situations. Animals too always know when something is amiss, even if they can’t understand exactly what is changing, or why.
Most feel that they could and should move their belongings themselves. The cost of moving is what leads many individuals to believe that they would be better off moving themselves. The key to moving is trying to do it as efficiently as possible. Of course, moving day is not packing day. There is obviously more to moving than packing and unpacking your possessions. Keep in mind that if you decide to take more items or take fewer items the total cost of your move will change. Moving is a good time to dispose of unwanted items. If you are interested in making a few extra dollars before you move, you could have a yard sale. Get an early start on packing by concentrating on seldom used items first. Also, pack valuables such as jewelry, coin collections and stock certificates separately and keep them with you. Buy packing material in different sizes: large boxes for cutlery, baking tins, spice racks and bulky items; medium boxes for appliances, pantry stuff, silverware, books; and heavy duty boxes for fragile items.
To compare movers in your area it is necessary to get free moving quotes from multiple moving companies. Choose companies that have been around for at least ten years. While you are still getting estimates from various companies, be absolutely sure that each company visits your home and gives you a written estimate on moving your belongings after making a physical inspection. Never accept an estimate over the phone and do not consider using a company that offers you this service. You should have decided on your final choice of moving company at least one to two months in advance. Let the mover know how much packing you will be doing. Of course the more flexible you are, the less the cost will be. Once you've picked a mover, be sure to confirm the move dates and details. Ask your mover about the company policy on breakage. If you are moving to a different state, check to make sure the mover is licensed by the Federal Department of Transportation. A careful, professional moving company can be the difference between a smooth move and a disaster.
If you are planning a long distance move, then an auto transport service is something you should consider. Open auto transport is the least expensive method, with enclosed car shipping usually a 25-75% higher premium, depending largely on the size of the car, truck or SUV. Some companies only transport certain vehicle types and refuse to handle very expensive cars or large trucks or trailers. If you use this service remember to make sure that the car is emptied of all personal effects before it is loaded onto the car carrier.
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