A move ending in a fiasco is the worst nightmare one can have. Moving needs contemplation and planning. Relocation is not a one day process, as it usually appears to many. Choosing the right removals is a challenging task, as the number of sham movers is escalating. One wrong move and you can fall prey to scam movers who may run away with your possessions or would return them for a very high ransom. Untrained crew members may also pester you during packing and loading your precious things. Here are a few moving mistakes that a family or a business owner must avoid while relocating.
Moving without a plan
Procrastination is your foe. You can not just throw all your possessions onto a vehicle on the moving day. Failing to prepare a check-list of the items to be packed can land you in real trouble at the time of moving. You won't know what to pack and what to discard. A moving plan includes tasks like contacting movers to get moving quotes, making arrangements for packing supplies and making travel-related arrangements. A plan of action will make the transition smoother for you.
Landing in a place that you are not familiar with
Browse through the Internet and ask you acquaintances about the area or country in which you are choosing to move. If you have been transferred to a new location by your employer, do try to know the place before you actually shift there with your family. To cut the long story short, look before you leap.
Not getting good amount of moving quotes
If you are planning to move, you must contact a good number of movers for getting a variety of moving quotes. Making contact with at least four to five movers will save you from movers who charge exorbitantly. Some companies might be charging cheap for the same kind of services, as compared to others. So comparison making is the key to locate a trustworthy and reasonable moving service.
Choosing an uninsured, unlicensed moving company
Failing to choose a licensed and insured moving company can land you in trouble. You should have a good amount of knowledge on how state government regulates the movers in your specific area or in the area you are relocating to. You would not be compensated in case any damage occurs to your goods during transit.
Not asking the method of payment
While interviewing the moving company about heir services, most of you would fail to ask about the mode of payment after the completion of the moving process. It is better to pay a small amount of the task upfront, but if your moving company asks for the whole of it upfront, then there is something fishy in there.
Hiring the lowest estimate
Cheapest does not mean the best. Do not go for cheap moving services, or else you may loose your valuable possessions. A low estimate is nothing but a bait to trap you. Such companies do not earn good reputation which give a low estimate in th beginning but charge a heavy amount when the moving is accomplished.
Poor scheduling of the move
The month as well as the day you pick for moving can affect your move. Plan a move in the summers and you will face a lot of trouble in getting a good removal company. Spring and autumn are comparatively less busy months for removal companies in London. For a cheaper and smoother move, avoid moving during the very end or beginning of the month, during weekends, and in the middle of the month.
You must convey it to the hired removal company beforehand if you have a staircase in your home, or your home is two flights up. You new home maybe located in the street which is too small for the moving van to enter. Failing to disclose these nitty-gritty things can create hassles in your move. Do ask whether they would charge for packing and re-arranging services. Always find a mover with a local office to avoid confusion. Happy moving!
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