By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group
Below are some more moving mishaps which takes all the fun out of your move, and approaches to steer clear of them.
Hire A Reputable Moving Company Soon
The moment you are aware of your new address, commence finding moving companies. This is not the time to cheap out by using 1 or 2 lads along with a beat-up truck--splurge on a professional mover in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. They will supply the following, and you can cross these tasks from your checklist.
· Well-maintained equipment--moving trucks that go through routine maintenance (check-ups, tire rotation, brake assessments) and are completely road-worthy
· Professional workers which have learned how to wrap, load, place household furniture inside a moving truck, and reverse the system at your new house.
· An insured staff and equipment--if a mover gets hurt, the moving company in Tulsa and Oklahoma City takes care of the medical costs
· Professional packing if you're just overwhelmed. Should you prefer a couple of specialty pieces packed or crated, they'll look after that for you, so you're able to be confident your valuable items will get there in one piece.
· Ask for a checklist of the things they are unable to legally move--chemicals, plants, and paint are on that list, among others. You don't want to discover at the last minute that your precious bonsai tree must remain behind.
· Count on an agreement with a written estimate.
· Be sure your mover has a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA) license.
Hire the Crew, Too
All your chums say, of course, they'll help you load the moving truck. Which can be great--if you're moving a fairly short distance and so they will assist you to unload, as well. Also, if you're prepared to chance injury, scheduling conflicts, as well as other slight difficulties to your moving day.
Hiring professional movers in Tulsa and Oklahoma City ensures a crew who shows up on time, understands what they're doing, will drive the moving van, and you're able to rely on to transport your items correctly. They will also unload all your stuff and set it in your new home--and that could be well worth the expense.
Move What You Cherish and Actually Use
The "if-you-haven't-worn-it-in-six-months-get-rid-of-it" principle truly applies when you are moving. Take into consideration that every carton you pack and move has got some price related to it, and that can add up quick when you are looking at many boxes. Eliminate old linens, kitchen gadgets, toys and games, pieces of furniture--everything that you do not use, do not like, or have no need for.
There's A Blizzard Coming--or a Cyclone
One thing even the most prepared among us cannot control is the weather. Watch the forecast and employ a Plan B in the event you happen to be trapped in lousy rain, snowfall, or wind. Coordinate with the moving company in Tulsa and Oklahoma City a few days before hand if it seems risky to pack up and drive and reschedule if you have to. If you're moving a long distance, reserve hotel accommodations as you go along. Your real estate agent will understand if you cannot be out of the home on time; bad weather has an effect on everybody, so the new residents won't have the ability to get there either. Don't try to beat the storm--they normally win. Moving companies are not going to risk their crews or equipment in hazardous weather; the good news is that it usually passes in a day or two.
Put the Pets in Daycare
Your animals understand when you're troubled, add to that the disappearing belongings and they can truly get distressed. Board your domestic pets the day before the movers come and pick them up on your way out of town. Load up their beds, food, water, and playthings for the trip and make them your last duty.
Now buckle up, chill out, and enjoy a disaster-free trip to your new home.
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