What can hold back stress-free moving process?
It is not a responsible individual’s strategy to carelessly throw the belongings into boxes and renting a random vehicle upon relocating. There are many steps behind a stress-free relocating process including planning, budgeting and strategizing. In fact, even a small-looking moving job may be a pretty challenging task when the right approach is not implemented. A single mistake can convert into a costly and nerve-racking affair in case of poor planning. Therefore, it is important to know the things that can hold back a successful moving process and avoid them. In general, it is always important to plan the move well in advance.
Bad timing and lack of scheduling
It is a very smart thing to consider researching the potential moving options in advance (at least a month before). In fact, proper timing and working on a schedule can keep you away from getting ended up with a random, unreliable and strange moving company. Such situation also will lead to end up with a company that charge massive rates. In worst case, poor scheduling will make you ended up having no moving company at all!
So, obtain multiple quotations from few potential movers (you need to invite them to your premises) and compare their services, prices and professionalism before making the final decision. In fact, this is a great way for you to get the most accurate idea about the total cost and the overall process. Try to avoid day time moving as the roads can be pretty busy by that time. Moreover, it is better to avoid summer time moving and weekend moving as much as possible; all the moving companies will be pretty busy by that time and therefore their rates might be relatively higher.
Relying on the wrong type of mover
The logic is simple; you select an unprofessional mover – you end up in a mess! Many people select a wrong type of mover mistakenly quite often. The only solution for this issue is to do enough research. Here are some of the consequences of selecting a wrong type of mover;
- Non-insured moving service
- Careless handling of goods
- Hidden charges
- Last minute surprises
- Inadequate packaging etc.
By doing some research both online and offline, you can find the solution for this issue. Read the testimonials of the previous customers, check for the track record, see the number of years they are in the industry, observe the way they treat you (during the inquiry) and professionalism. Make sure to get quotations in written format; never rely on verbal agreements. Also, be sure to check if the particular service provider has a good insurance coverage with them.
Moving unnecessary items
Although you get the feeling of “packing everything and go”, it is not the best approach when you move to new location. There can be loads of unnecessary items in any house; relocating with those items is an absolute waste of money and time. Therefore, make sure to cut down all the unnecessary goods and get rid of extra weight.