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Where Do I Start?
Of course no Moving APT article would be complete without mentioning your personalized moving checklist. What is a detailed personal inventory list you may ask? It is a list you create according to your household of all items packed, according to the room they belong to and their according box number so they can be easily found. It’s a list that is here to serve you.
You should work on building it room-by-room when creating your list to ensure nothing is missed.
- Start with the big items and work your way through to the small household items. Keep a tally and write everything down along with photo evidence.
- Count the number of beds, bed frames, tvs, and so on so that you can hold your mover accountable. This will later help you understand everything arrived in the proper condition.
- Don’t stress about labeling small things like the number of towels or sheets, but rather think of this list as a master guide to what you should find delivered by your mover. Ie: 2 boxes of bathroom items and sheets. It’s important to note the condition of each item. For example if the TV always had a crack on the upper left, note this and take a photo so that if it arrives with 4 new cracks you can put in an insurance claim for the damage.
- Make sure and refer to this list when you’re finally loading up the truck, take a tally that everything on your list was actually loaded onto the truck.
What to consider in my moving company?
When hiring a mover, you need to be wary and aware of many things. It is critical to research and properly vet potential moving companies thoroughly. Look for reputable movers with positive reviews, proper licensing and insurance, and a solid track record. You want to know their track record of customer service and any slip ups they made.
You want to know they are fully insured as well as what you as the consumer will have to pay if they should damage or fully break your items. You’ll want to consider if they are a right fit for you according to the services they offer.
If you have many special breakables, you may want to book a mover that focuses on a more delicate move, or if you are a big family and need help with the packing and unpacking, make sure they offer that service.
You want to feel comfortable with your mover and his team as they will be handling all your personal goods and will be with you throughout the moving day. You will want to think about things like how long have they been in business? Do they have experience with moves similar to yours, such as long-distance or novelty item moves?
- Experienced movers are more likely to handle challenges effectively since they have encountered them in the past, and will make for a smooth moving day.
Beyond these more obvious things to check out, what really makes the deal become closed is the price as well as the availability of the company.
- If you have some flexibility with your moving date or are planning to make the journey a road trip, you might have leverage to negotiate a better deal with moving companies.
- Many movers will help you save hundreds of dollars if you choose to book their mid week, winter slots. Since many families try to move before the start of the school year, they are usually crammed with work, but if you move at other times they will be happy to have work during that part of the year.
On Moving APT, you can find a website that allows you to put in all your needs and info and get many moving quotes. We do the vetting and read through hours of endless documents and past claims to make sure we only offer the best of the best to our clients.
We can save you days of stress when you book with our vendors as you know you will be in good hands and you will have our guarantee of success.
To have the Moving APT stamp of approval as a mover is a big deal, they even fight over it trying to impress our team. Know that when you book on our simple platform, you are part of the Moving APT family.
The fun part
If you are already moving across state lines, why not make it a bit more fun? Instead of flying, you’ll anyway need to move your car. Save on the car moving costs by simply making the journey into a road trip. Research the top stop off points and get to know your former and new states as well as all the terrain in between.
Obviously this only makes sense if there are nice and fun spots to stop along the way, but for most cross country moves you will find there are many attractions along the way! Consider this as an alternate option to flying!
Closing up the move
All in all, moving halfway across the country for the first time can be a daunting task! Don’t feel like you need to go through this alone! Moving APT is here for you with the tips and tricks as well as a simple platform where you can book the top movers at the best rates.
When you are thinking about how to even start working on this task, break it down part by part to make it less huge. Start by creating your own personalized inventory list of all items in your current home. Then pack up, room by room (or hire professionals to do this for you).
Once you have boxed everything up and labeled the boxes extremely well, you are ready to go. All that is left to do is to book a binding quote with your favorite mover that you have decided offers all the services you need. Best of luck from our moving experts at Moving APT!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an example of an add on that moving companies offer?
Many long-distance movers offer great storage solutions that can be helpful if your new home is not ready when your things arrive or if you simply just want to hop on that flight to Thailand for a few weeks or months. Having this flexible option allows for your freedom. Their storage services are secure and can provide an easier transition for your item.
Why should I hire professional movers?
Handling bulky, heavy furniture or sensitive large items over long distances requires special skills and sometimes even specialized equipment. Professional movers have the tools, equipment, and techniques to safely move items, reducing the risk of bad back or knee injury or damage to your furniture. In the end of the day, if you saved costs on this but broke the TV, you won’t break even on the move.
Why should I create a personal inventory list of my home items?
This is the most important list out there. Never skip this critical step. Your personal inventory home list will help you settle on a binding quote with actual number and a tally as well as be your own personal insurance policy if anything were to happen to your goods. This list which should include pictures of all the items is your proof if your TV shows up at the new home with a giant crack that it was the moving company’s fault.
How can I find the best place for relocation for my family of 5?
Read up on the true costs of living, job opportunities in the area, transport options, schools for your kids, higher education options, nature around and any other things that are critical for you. Go and visit live with the entire crew if you can to get a true sense of the vibe.
What is the best way to help a senior citizen move homes?
Involve them in the process! Even if they aren’t fully functional, having them feel empowered will do a lot for their self esteem.
You can involve them in the process of choosing a new home, new area, or just in the small things such as where the local supermarket should be, or what day they want to move and feel up to it.
Make sure to keep their stress levels low, take breaks, and keep their medicines in the essentials bag so nothing gets lost in the process. Make them feel a part of all decisions.
