As you move to a new city, this is the second of two articles we have developed to make you aware of all the possible and possible mistakes that (somehow) could happen. Make sure to read both and save yourself most (if not all) probabilities of causing you unwanted trouble.
1. Do not be too relaxed
If you plan to call the cheapest movers, sit back and relax, expect the movers to do all the work just because you signed few checks so my friend, at the end of the day, you could make a big mistake. Some moving companies may actually try to fool you, mishandle your business or even knowingly or unwittingly misplace them.
The best way to avoid such an event is to do your research before moving. Read reviews, talk to friends and family and ask for quotes from different moving companies before finalizing one. Check if the company is authorized, check if your move is insured and read your contract correctly before signing it.
2. DO NOT PLAN TO DO IT YOURSELF.
On the day of the move, you might think of calling a few friends, packing all your goods into their cars and moving around saving a lot of money that could have been spent on a packer service. This could be a good idea if you are moving to a smaller distance. However, this plan can really go wrong if you move a long distance.
The best way to avoid this is to think of the benefits that a professional moving company can offer. You can opt for insurance coverage for your valuables, better packaging for fragile items, and proper disassembly and packaging for bulky furniture. In addition, if you move from one highway to another, fuel taxes and tolls can increase your costs. Also, think of the heavy loads that you will have to do in the absence of a professional mover.
3. MAKE A CHECKLIST.
This one is funny. Now, you've started packing your stuff a few days in advance, you've put everything in order, packed and repaired all your valuables and fragile items with all the care of the world and now you're just waiting for them movers up. Everything seems sorted until you realize you have no idea what's in the boxes.
The best way to avoid this is to make a checklist when you pack each box accordingly. Making a checklist will save you a lot of time during unpacking and also ensure that movers handle sensitive items with care and leave nothing behind.
If in one case (God forbid) things go wrong and you might need to ask for insurance, the checklist will be a big help!
As this whole process can be cumbersome, many of our customers prefer to leave the packaging to the experts.
4. RENT AN APPROPRIATE CONTAINER
This is one of the most common mistakes people make when moving. They pack almost everything in the vehicle of movers and packers.
Instead of putting everything away in a large vehicle, you can consider carrying smaller and fragile items through your own car. This not only increases the space for larger items such as furniture but also ensures the safety of your delicate items.
However, we will always recommend this measure only when the budget is of great concern to you and you do not want to lose a few extra rupees on a big truck.
5. Do not break the law
Do you know that hunting rifle, that knife or bow you're so proud of? Well, are you sure it's legal to own in another state? Or do you have a collection of vintage wines and whiskeys that you plan to take with you? If so, is it legal for your mover to bring them across a state line? You would be surprised to see what types of items you are not allowed to wear on state lines or own these items in some states. Check well in advance the local laws and regulations of your future city or state.
While this one covers some basic do's and don'ts of packers and movers, the other article is a frank and covers a wider range of issues. Make it read!
