Do you need to hire a removal firm or try and move your belongings yourself? This is a question that many of our clients have trouble with during the beginning stages of planning their move. Moving house can prove to be an expensive experience and it’s no wonder many people think about what they can do on their own.
What should you think about when deciding if you should make use of a professional removal company or rent a van to take it on yourself?
Should i hire a removal company?
If you are able to engage a removal firm then you can! It may seem like a good deal however, there are plenty of good reasons why hiring experts could be the best option for you and your entire family. We’ve listed the top reasons to employ a removal firm:
1. Removal companies can save you time.
Moving house takes time. From the months of packing up in advance, until the loading of the van, travelling and taking it off at the other side – it’s a time-consuming process.
Professional packing: A professional moving company Woolwich can help people move each day, so they’ve got it down to an art! If you’ve ever relocated yourself you’ll be aware of how long packing can take – it could take several people for weeks, especially if you are trying to fit it in with the demands of your job or taking care of your kids.
The loading process: Think about the amount of time to pack and load a small van (any good in Tetris?) and maybe a couple of vehicles in particular if things are difficult to move (how do you think the shipping firm get that sofa in there again?) as well as the many trips between homes as well as unloading, reloading, and all the unpacking that comes with trying to make it all yourself.
Beyond the obvious factors like loading and packing there are numerous other factors that could take time or delay the process. You might find there are furniture pieces that aren’t able to move with ease, fragile or valuable items you need extra protection for or bad weather you weren’t prepared for too which can cause you delays and make the job more time-consuming than you anticipated… this can create a stressful day for moving, especially if you’ve got new owners waiting outside , ready to move into…
Employing a moving company will mean that you can delegate all of it to them. They will take all the points above into consideration when planning the move to make sure the right amount of time and resources are allocated for ensuring everything runs without a hitch as well!
2. Professionally trained removers are adept at packing precious, valuable or delicate objects.
There are many things around the house which are heavy, delicate or romantic – even the idea of moving them from one place to another can be stressful enough. If you hire a professional removals company, it’s not a problem However, not only will an expertly trained team possess the necessary expertise and experience in how to pack and transport these items securely and safely The company will also be able to offer you insurance to protect your possessions in the unlikely scenario that something is damaged or broken while being in their care.
They will also have all the appropriate packing materials to make sure everything is properly protected.
3. If you have children, moving can make the process much easier.
Moving into a new home can be stressful enough however, when you include a newborn or small children into the mix the stress levels increase rapidly. Finding the time to organize, keep the boxes out of the way , or finding things that you thought you’d never need during the night, when your child is crying can drive even the most rational parent insane.
Employing a professional moving company can help alleviate some of those concerns. In the event that they take care of tasks such as loading and packing and unloading, you are able to concentrate on more important matters. Some removal companies will also assist in unpacking, while others even have additional handyman or housemaid services to help with the finer details of moving, such as hanging pictures and shelves and furniture pieces, reassembling furniture, fitting light fixtures, cleaning your old home, and packing kitchen equipment into cabinets, leaving the focus to get installed and settled.
4. It may be easier to handle if your moving situation is subject to change or if issues arise.
There are many moves that aren’t as straightforward as moving from one place to another. If you’ve relocated several times before then you’ll be aware that even the most planned of moves could bring unexpected challenges or surprises.
Moving in temporary accommodations
It might be that you have to move into rented housing while you look for a house to purchase, or perhaps you’ll relocate with friends or family members while your dream home is being built or perhaps there has been delays in your chain? What ever the reasons, you’re left with a single issue: what do you do with the things you have in a time of transition. A lot of reputable removal firms offer storage services nowadays and, even if you’re physically moving, it’s worth considering this option. Your belongings will not only be packed and handled properly as well, but you’ll also get confidence that they’ll be stored safely and securely for the duration you require.
Problems with moving day and last second challenges
In the event of problems during the day of your move removal team members and move managers are highly skilled in identifying potential problems and deal with them as and when they occur. It could be something straightforward like finding somewhere to park the truck at your new house, bad weather , or something more complicated like the removal of an item that is overlooked during the rush to get ready for moving day – whatever it is they will handle it with calm and professional, allowing your to concentrate on other matters.
5. Are you stressed? Professional removal firms take some of the stress from moving.
The process of moving house is stressful. If you’re buying/selling then it’s likely that you’ve been going through months (if you’re lucky) or years of anxiety and stressful discussions to get your next home as well as a buyer for the old one. There’s probably been enough of chasing solicitors to get back to you, paying additional fees and dates continously slipping …. If you’re renting we doubt you had an easy time and by the time viewings are done and you’ve jumped through all the hoops of a landlord that you’re exhausted too.
If you’re in this situation, then the thought of having finally moved into your new house is great, but the thought of getting there isn’t too exciting! The good news is that this is one step of the moving process you can hand off to someone else without much involvement. Removal companies offer an extensive range of options that if to, you can wake up in your bed at your previous home and sleep in your new residence the following night without having to have done anything more than getting in your vehicle, driving there and pointing out where you’d like things. If that sounds like heaven, contact one of the removal companies for a free estimate, without obligation.
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