The idea of moving can be one of the most exciting thoughts that’ll ever cross your mind. But the actual task of getting your things packed, transporting them from your current location to the new one, and then unloading and arranging them can also be one of the most stressful things you’ll ever have to do in your life.
It is for this reason that many people choose to hire professional movers to handle most of the tasks associated with moving. When you do a bit of research on how to make relocation less stressful and more fun, you’ll probably come across this particular tip repeatedly: Find the right removalist.
What does, “finding the right removalist” mean and just why is it very important? Aren’t all moving companies the same? Can’t you just hire the mover closest to your current location or perhaps the one closest to your new location? Can’t you just ask a friend who moved recently and then hire the same mover he hired? Why do you have to waste time comparing several movers and checking out reviews?
If you need help not only with transporting your belongings, but also with packing and unpacking, the movers should be able to help you with those things. If you need to store some of your things for a specific period, the mover you choose should also have a storage facility. If you need insurance for your things (as most people do), the movers should be able to provide that as well.
Finding the right moving company is important because it assures you of getting real value for your money. Considering that you’re already on a tight budget, you’d surely want to make the most of every cent you spend, right? This is why you need to find a company that provides the best service possible at a price that won’t break the bank.
As to the question of whether all moving companies are the same, the answer is NO. There isn’t a single industry where all companies are the same. There are moving companies that operate only locally. If you’re moving interstate, then this kind of company definitely isn’t what you’re looking for. The payment terms also tend to vary; there are companies that charge by the hour and others that charge according to the number of trucks you’ll be using or the distance travelled. You’ll have to decide which payment scheme you’re most comfortable with.
Of course, there’s nothing or no one stopping you from hiring the mover that’s closest to your location, but that’s not really the wisest thing to do. For one thing, you can’t be sure the mover nearest you can address all your needs. And you can’t be sure they offer the best prices, either. In any case, it always pays to shop around.
And while it does help to ask a friend for recommendations, it’s not always wise to just go with the mover your friend hired. What works best for them may not necessarily work well for you. After all, you may have different needs and you may not be willing to spend as much as your friend did (or perhaps you’re prepared to spend a lot more).
Checking reviews, asking around, and comparing a number of different moving companies definitely isn’t a waste of time. In fact, it is one of the most important things you can do to make the relocation process as stress-free as possible not only for you, but for your entire family. Taking the time to find the right mover also helps you ensure you don’t spend more than you need to.
Here’s a very important point you need to bear in mind: Just as finding the right moving company can help you facilitate a smooth and stress-free move; hiring the wrong company can make the relocation process a complete nightmare.
Take the case of a guy who moved from Washington, D.C. to Ohio. He hired a moving company near his place in D.C., not knowing they would need help unloading his belongings when they got to Ohio. The movers hired a panhandler for this purpose and the guy ended up having to install an alarm system to ward off the panhandler who kept ringing his doorbell, asking for money.
Unless you want something similar to happen to you, then you definitely should take the time to find the right moving company.
