numbers and the new address to every driver in the moving group? Double-check every room in the house before leaving, ensuring nothing is left. Turn off all light switches, and lock all windows and doors. Could you ensure you arrive at your new home before the movers/entourage? Please review your new home to ensure all utilities are in working condition. Clean up your new home while it’s still empty. Open windows and cabinet doors to let in fresh air. You can direct your movers when unloading your boxes and show them where each must go. Finally, could you unpack what you need for the rest of the day and set up your beds and bedding while you have help?
CHOOSING AND HIRIN G AND HIRING A MOVER
The checklist above is as thorough as it gets, with the weekly tasks to tick off as you go along the way. However, a significant factor to consider is whether to hire a mover. Movers help with all the items you need to pack, load, and transport over a long distance. Hiring a moving company will be the practical choice if you’re bringing several furniture rooms and a family load of personal possessions. With intrastate moves costing an average of $2,000-$3000 and interstate moves averaging $7,000-$8,000, you must consider all your moving options carefully (including whether you want to drive or ship off your car in advance). We recommend getting at least three to four bids from different moving companies before deciding who to work with. That will ensure a fair price — and maybe even a good deal. While analyzing these bids, the first thing to consider is verifying that the movers you want to work with are legit and
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