No matter what type of move you have planned this summer, there are several reasons to consider hiring professionals to help you make the journey to your new abode. Whether you're moving down the block or across the country, consider some of our top examples of how enlisting the help of a moving company can make the whole process seamless, stress-free and simple.
1. Shorter Timelines
However long it would take you to complete a DIY relocation, you can cut that time in half if you enlist the help of professionals. By understanding effective packing methods, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment, and checking local traffic and weather conditions, a moving company can offer streamlined service and will greatly cut down on the time spent moving into your new residence.
2. Minimize Risk of Injury
Anyone who has completed a residential relocation knows how physically taxing the process can be. Movers will adhere to best practices in order to ensure their own safety, so let them do the heavy lifting and reduce your personal chances of suffering from a blown-out back, overexertion, or other physical injury.
3. Ensure Safety of Items
Household movers have access to resources needed to keep your items safe from the beginning of moving day through the end. Most DIY moves consist of flimsy boxes, makeshift packing materials, and cramming as many items into a single container as possible, oftentimes resulting in damaged belongings. Movers will safely transport your items by utilizing things like:
- Professional Packing Materials
- Customized Crating Options
- Specialized Equipment
- Padding for Furniture, Doorways and Floors
4. Insurance Protection
In the event that an item is lost or broken while en route, moving companies are able to offer insurance options to compensate for the damage, whereas you'll be left unprotected if you execute the relocation on your own. The most common types of moving insurance include:
- Released Value: This typically comes at no extra charge to the customer, and covers damage at a rate of .60 cents per pound.
- Full Value: This will offer more comprehensive coverage on broken or damage items, but may incur additional charges.
5. Potential Cost Savings
The premier reason people consider a DIY move is to save money, but there will still be hidden costs associated, including moving trucks, time off work and packing supplies. Many movers offer customizable plans, so you'll never for any add-on services that you don't require. This makes hiring professional help a much more viable and cost-effective option.
6. Comprehensive Service
Household moves consist of more than just packing and transporting belongings. You'll have to organize many aspects ahead of time, source packing materials, and unload, unpack, and reassemble belongings once they've arrived at your end destination. Working with a professional means that you'll have expert assistance handling a variety relocation tasks, such as:
- Full-Service Packing
- Specialized Packing for Fragile Items
- Furniture Assembly & Disassembly
- Electronics Handling
- Move Coordination
- Storage Options
7. Easier Moving Process
Instead of dividing your focus between a multitude of tasks for your summer move, let a mover handle as much as necessary so that you give important aspects your full attention. Whether you need extra time for goodbyes with neighbors, enrolling kids in new school districts, or alerting utility providers about your change of address, movers can handle the packing and coordination for a more stress-free experience.
Since 1952, Don's Moving & Storage has been providing Albany residents with streamlined and efficient moving and storage services. Whether you're moving down the street or have a long-distance relocation on the horizon, our affiliation with Wheaton World Wide means we have access to resources and personnel across the country and around the globe.
By prioritizing customer satisfaction and delivering high-quality service, we've accumulated 600+ 5-star reviews from past customers that were elated with the experience offered by our family-owned company. Reach out to Don's Moving & Storage today to receive a free estimate on any of our moving and storage services, and learn more about all that we can do for your upcoming summer move.
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