Have you ever heard stories about moving disasters?

It is important to undertand your mover's quotation. If you make an uninformed decision..........it could COST you! Read on for some useful moving tips that could save you a few headaches and a lot of money:

Stay Home!

Stay home until the very last item is packed. Make a final inspection of the home before the van operator leaves. It is your resposibility to confirm that all of your goods are loaded.

Work with Your Movers

Be on hand when the movers arrive. If you are not able to be present while the movers are there, then designate an authorized person who will be there to take your place and answer the questions the movers have.

Marking Boxes

Make sure to mark all of the items you intend to take yourself so that your movers will not take them. Also, mark your boxes with fragile stickers when needed and label them all with your name, a list of their contents and the room they will be delivered to in your new home.

Computer Equipment

Disassemble your computer system before your move. Back up all of your computer files onto removable media. In transportation there is a risk that exposure to extreme heat or cold could damage internal componants. Keep your data safe.

Estimates

Make sure that you fully understand the details of the estimate provided by your potential mover. If any charges, guarantees or other details are not fully understood, please ask your move consultant to explain them for you. Moving companies and individual estimators present their services differently, and for specific reasons.

Moving Information

Dates, addresses, phone numbers, and contact persons should be given to the moving company at the time you book your move. It is common practice for a mover to require a 10% deposit in order to book you in. Beware of movers that ask for larger deposits. See your estimator for more details.