What are my Options when Moving my Belongings?

When you are in the process of moving households, typically the most daunting task is deciding when and how you will move your belongings to the new property. There are many options in today’s world when it comes to moving your items. We will highlight the different options in this article today as well as give you some must haves when looking to hiring a moving company.

The first option and most common would be to move your items yourself. You can do this with the help of friends and family and use multiple vehicles or rent a moving truck. Moving trucks are convenient because you can rent the vehicle for the exact timeframe that you would need it for. You are responsible for driving the vehicle, so you will have to be mindful of the size of truck you are comfortable with driving. You can also have a friend that has experience driving larger vehicles help as well. This is typically the most affordable option to choose.

Another great option is to go with a company that offers container/pod drop off services. With this option, you call the company, set up a day and time for the container to be delivered. Then you are the one who will be packing up and loading the container. When you are all loaded and ready to go, you will call the company back (or have it prescheduled) for them to return, pick up the container and deliver it to the new address. Then you can unload it into your home and then the company will pick it up a final time. This is convenient for long distance travelling, or if you do not have the funds to hire a full service moving company, and you don’t want to fuss with driving a large moving truck for extended periods of time.

The final option you have when moving is to hire a full service moving company. A moving company can handle all sorts of requests. They can handle moving large furniture, of course, but they can also hand pack all your items in boxes so that you don’t even have to worry about the packing aspect. This is all based on preference of course, and most moving companies can provide you with a customized quote based on your needs. They can handle the loading, unloading, driving, etc. They can handle the packaging and ensure that all items are transported safely. This is the best option for those that have the funds to spend on more seamless and convenient services.

When looking to hire a moving company, it is important to do your research before choosing a company. You should always look at reviews online. You wouldn’t want to hire a company that ended up dropping a family’s precious heirloom that was irreplaceable. After you find a company that has good reviews, you should reach out and request a quote. You should do this for at least 3 different moving companies, for comparison reasons. When the time comes to finally hire a company, you also need to make sure they are licensed and have insurance. This is vital when making the final decision about who will be handling your family’s belongings.

Moving can be stressful, but it is also exciting! Don’t let the process of figuring out what is the best way to transport your items stress you out. Take some time to evaluate what the best option for your family is financially and convenience wise. When you do your research, you can make an informed decision and will be able to have one less thing to stress about!