De-Clutter and Estimate

It's important to de-clutter, or have a good guesstimate of how much you'll have de-cluttered before you move so that they can give you an accurate quote. If you overestimate the space you need, you won't get a refund, and find that space is wasted especially if you book a larger van than you require. Too small and you may find that your belongings don't fit, or that you get charged extra. You also might not get to move that day, if they have to unload one van and reload another or book another transport for your belongings.

Be Prepared

Allowing a company to pack your belongings isn't without risk, so before you hire a removal firm be sure to check their credentials and references thoroughly. You'll have items you don't want them to pack – make sure you pack them yourself, or tell them, clearly what you expect them to pack and not pack. It's always good to take an inventory before allowing anyone to come in and pack your belongings – and if you can, take photos. Most companies provide insurance and are consummate professionals, but some can cause more damage than the cost of hiring them, and it's important to have redress when moving belongings. Their insurance should be carefully examined to make sure it covers everything – this will also give you an idea of what they will and won't pack – and what extras (such as mattress coverings) they'll provide. Companies can come in and pack your house in as little as two days – so it's important to know what to expect and when to expect them. You will want to stay and watch them packing (and possibly pack some of your own things) so make sure to allow for that when planning your move.

Do Your Research

Past experience for us has found that you get what you pay for as far a professional packers and movers are concerned. If you keep this in mind before you decide on who to book, you will have a better idea of how to assess your quotes. Not all quotes are equal, though. There are some companies out there who are no longer employing their staff and have their own vehicles. Some removals companies actually contract the work out to other drivers who have their own vehicle and in some cases have just painted the logo on the side of the truck.

We Can Help

So how do you know? It's difficult to work it out, but a great way to sift through the nonsense is by asking around your friends and family to find out who they might recommend. Or you can look through our website and see if there is anyone suitable on our list of preferred businesses. We work really hard to build quality relationships with the businesses we refer so you can feel confident they have already been vetted by us to ensure they provide you with the same high standard of service you have come to expect from us.

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