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Deciding to make an interstate move is easy if you plan to hire one of the professional tip movers. The problem is preparing for it to ensure everything goes as planned. With several things that need to be handled simultaneously, the relocation can be pretty stressful.
Here's how you should achieve your out-of-state move with a smile:
1. Create a plan
Before you even begin, create a plan for how you will be organizing your Interstate Removal. Decide on the maximum amount you plan to spend on your move and who will be helping you with packing and unpacking. The key here is to stick to the large plans first so that you don’t get overwhelmed by the nitty-gritty details of your relocation.
While these two tips are for when you arrive at your new place, including them in your initial planning stages will help ensure that these are already in place well ahead of time:
· Ensure that the new home is move-in ready.
There’s nothing worse than having no electricity or water on your move-in day. Make sure to transfer all your home services and utilities ahead of time so you can rest after a tiring day of unloading and unpacking.
· Set aside an emergency bag for your essentials.
If your belongings arrive later than expected, having an emergency bag with you will ensure you still have access to what you need.
2. Hire a removal service
You should know by now that an interstate move is a difficult job you cannot effectively handle on your own and is thus better left to professionals. The success of your relocation depends greatly on selecting the right removal partner for the job.
If you don’t want your savings to disappear like magic, research and get a good interstate removalist on the Gold Coast who gives you the best value for money. Remember that, compared to a local house move, an interstate move may cost you more. The cost of your relocation may depend on the following factors:
· The distance of the move
· The volume of belongings for transport
· The nature of any extra services you’ve requested
Ask the Right Questions
Ask your removalist whether they will subcontract your move to a different company. If they will, your household items may be placed in separate trucks. This means your belongings may arrive at different times at your new place. Also, find out how your goods will be moved interstate (e.g., via the road or via the rail).
Check for Compliance
Interstate movers have regulations, which means that they should be able to provide you with the following things to show their compliance:
· Up-to-date registration
· Motor vehicle insurance
· Worker’s compensation insurance
· Liability insurance
If you’re still in doubt, you can always check customer reviews to ensure that they are a recognized and trusted business.
3. Take inventory and minimize the number of items to be moved
The volume of household items you plan to take with you will significantly impact your transportation cost. Use a “keep, donate, or throw out” approach when going through your household items. Once you’ve decided what to bring, you can donate, sell, or place those other items you can’t bring with you in long-term storage.
Consider reducing your belongings further by taking only those things that you’ll use in the near future. Also, get removal quotes beforehand to better understand how much it will cost.
4. Be familiar with your delivery spread
If this is your first interstate move, you’ll probably think the moving truck will arrive at your new home early. That’s not how it works. A standard practice in the industry is to give you a delivery spread spanning a few days between when your goods are collected and when you can expect your belongings to arrive.
You can somehow control your delivery spread by setting up your loading date. However, the extent of your delivery spread is also subject to other variables, such as the time of year, the move distance, and the number of items.
Relocating to another state requires much planning and coordination with your removal service. Doing your research in advance will also help you get the right mindset to prepare efficiently for your big move. But more than anything, the key to a happy interstate move is to not let stress get the best of you!
AUTHOR BIO
John Pfeiffer has been the proud owner of Ashtons Removals for over 41 years. His attention to detail, a product of his accountancy background, and his emphasis on training and empowering his team members has ensured the vast number of Gold Coast families who have been moved by Ashtons Removals have had their furniture and effects moved undamaged and with minimum fuss.