Planning a long-distance move can be challenging, but it can also be exciting. There is a lot to look forward to when starting afresh in a new place, like embarking on new adventures, meeting new people, and starting a new job. While all moves require plans made ahead of time and careful consideration of the many elements involved, long-distance trips can be even more demanding. With the increased workload of a long-distance move in mind, here’s some advice for making that journey as successful as possible:
Be ready when moving day arrives
Before moving day arrives, if you’re well prepared, you can expect to have a checklist with all the tasks needing done. There are so many details to keep track of, from scheduling shut-off and turn-on appointments with utility companies to travel plans for getting to your new home, that it’s easy to overlook some vitally important information if it’s not written down. The moving company should let you know well in advance when and at what time the moving crew will show up. Get plenty of sleep the night before, keep your coffee pot unpacked and get up early. Even if the moving company is only coming later in the day or if you packed everything and did all the organizing the day before, there’s always some last-minute thing to do
Be Prepared
The first thing your moving company will generally do is prepare a written Bill of Lading and an inventory of your goods, assessing each item’s condition and giving it a number. The purpose of the inventory is to ensure that everything arrives at your destination in the condition in which they started. You will want to make sure your boxes are labeled so that the movers can keep room contents together and help the packing of items move smoothly.
We also recommend having extra boxes, extra packing supplies, extra tape, basic tools, a first-aid kit, an essentials bag for when you arrive and anything else you cannot live without.
Moderate the move
After the inventory is done, the movers will start loading the truck determining the best order in which to do so. Separate out anything you don’t want in the truck, like personal goods and high-value items you plan to carry separately. Stay around as your movers load up the boxes in case they have questions about the move. Professional movers have a precise technique of loading your furniture and other items. Each piece will be pad wrapped and taken to the truck. At Elite Moving & Storage, will make sure to stock the items bottom to top to assure that not much shifting and movement will happen during the drive.
Be aware of the delivery window
The nature of a long-distance move and the logistics involved in delivering a number of shipments to varied destinations has too many moving parts for the moving companies to be able to provide a precise delivery date. The moving company will provide a delivery window and for many long-distance moves, the average date range will be anywhere from 1 days to 14 business days. The delivery window varies based on the locations, distance, and the size of the shipment. To maximize your savings, we consolidate loads. Conditions, such as weather, road and mechanical issues, can affect the time of your delivery. To be safe, take enough things with you for the next three weeks. Rest assured that Elite Moving & Storage will do our best to deliver your belongings as fast as possible.
Hiring a professional moving company will go a long way to making the moving day process smooth and easy. Elite Moving & Storage specializes in long-distance relocation. We have been serving thousands of families throughout the continental United States for 13 years with a 99% success rate. Our team is always happy to help and to provide you with more specific guidelines before your moving crew arrives. Whether you are moving to New York, Florida, California, Arizona, or Texas, Elite Moving & Storage is the moving company for you. Call us today at 888-354-8329 for your free moving estimate.