Moving should be an exciting, relatively stress-free process, but can turn into a nightmare if you commit one of these Five Common Moving Mistakes. Read on so that you know how to make your move as smooth as possible!
Getting Uncle Bob (or any amateur) To Move You
Although “Uncle Bob” may have a flatbed truck and a whole Saturday to help you move, “Uncle Bob” is not an expert at moving you safely from point A to point B, unlike Minor Moving. Although getting friends or family to help you move may be less expensive at first, the actual cost of the move could be much higher. (For example, how will Uncle Bob replace that mirror passed down from generation-to-generation that got “passed down” the stairs on the way to the truck?) Make sure all your belongings get to your destination safely and hire professionals!
Hiring An Unfeeling Corporate Giant To Move You
Now that you know you must hire a professional to move you, it may be tempting to go for the largest company you can find, assuming that size equals quality—big mistake! You can get lost in the shuffle of all the booming business large corporations do—especially if your move is smaller-scale. Instead, you should hire locally owned and operated companies like Minor Moving. They are large enough to move your efficiently and safely, but small enough to give you the personal attention you deserve. Plus, hiring local businesses helps your economy!
Hiring Movers Without Credentials
When you hire movers, you are hiring them to take care of some of your most important possessions—you should know who you are trusting. Make sure that your company of choice is registered with the Texas Department of Transportation (www.dot.state.tx.us). You may also wish to contact the Better Business Bureau (www.bbb.org) to see if they have ever had any complaints lodged against them.
You will also want to make sure that the movers employed by your company are all full-time, professional movers—because a company that hires indiscriminately may not have your best interest at heart.
Not Checking References
Before you commit to a moving company, remember to ask for references—and to call them! References are the easiest way to get the real “scoop” on a moving company’s service. Do they break things? Were they quick? Were they on time? Also remember to ask the references what type of moving service they used the moving company for. Some companies may be better with residential moves, or have more experience with commercial. Make sure you feel good about your choice before you commit!
Not Preparing for Moving Day
So, the moving company that you carefully selected shows up at your door the day of the move and you open your door to invite them in…only nothing is boxed, your refrigerator is still arctic, and you are nowhere near ready. See our moving check-lists to make sure that you are in tip-top moving condition when the day comes!
