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3.  Find out the work that they have done in the past. You want to know that others have used them and have had pleasant experiences with them. You don’t want to hire someone that has bad reviews.  Find out the tools that they use to move the items within your home. Know if they have the right tools that can lift some of the heavier, bulkier items that you need to have moved or if you can purchase boxes and other items from them.  Get a quote from them for the work that you want to have done. You want an idea on the amount of money you’re going to spend on the move.  Find out if you need to do anything special in order to have them do the move. Some places may want you to stay out of the way, while others do not mind if you lend a hand.

4.  Find out how far they do moves. If you’re moving from one state to the next, you cannot hire local movers that do not go that far out of their radius. You need someone that can easily move you.  Always make sure to hire someone that is able to provide you with a contract for the work that they provide. Make sure that it is not blank and it has all of the specifics and details on it. This will safeguard you when hiring them for the job.  Beware of anyone that comes knocking to help you and provide their moving services. You should locate a reputable moving company.

5.  How long have you been in business for and do you have references that I am able to check regarding the work that you have done for them? Never hire a company that does not have a good history or any history at all.  Do you work on a contract basis and can you provide me with a thorough contract that covers everything from start to finish?  What types of moves do you cover? Can you go local, long distance, any specific places you do not go?  What do you think it would cost to move from this area to the area that you’re going to be moving too, and what all does the price include?

6.  Ask about any terms that they might have. You want to know a little more about anything that might seem hidden, so asking up front will ensure that you’re not surprised when you have an extra cost added.  Find out if they’re insured. This not only covers them in the event that something happens, but it also covers you and the items that you own when they are moving them for you.  Learn about the tools and other items that they have to help you do the move. You want to know what they can provide and what you might need to purchase and provide on your own.  Find out if there is anything specific that you have to do for them. Some places like things neatly labeled and in a specific area, etc. and know what they do and do not move since some places have stipulations on hazardous or other items.

7.  Pack up breakable items by wrapping them in towels or clothing, or even sheets and blankets. This not only saves money on filler protective paper and wrap but it also allows you to pack two different things at once.  Ask stores to have some of the boxes that they would otherwise recycle instead of purchasing brand new boxes for the move that you’re going to make. This can save money and also help you reuse and recycle.  Keep items on the hangers and just poke a slit at the top of garbage bags. Place a few pieces of clothing in the bag and let the hangers pop out of the top of the bags. This protects them during the move.

8.  You can pack all glasses and other drink items inside socks to keep them safe during the move. Of course, you will still want to label the box they are in as fragile and breakable.  Pack the items that you will need for the journey in a backpack or duffle bag. This includes the personal care items that you will need upon your arrival, plus anything else that you might need during the journey to the new area.  Any items that you’re going to need immediately once you arrive should be packed in a clear storage bin. This makes the box easy to find and you need to make sure it is one of the last things that is packed, since you want to make sure it is off the truck first. This is where those household items will come in handy when nothing at the new house is set up yet.