4 Reasons Why You Need The Help Of Professional Movers

December 21, 2020 Leave a Comment

4 Reasons Why You Need The Help Of Professional Movers

 

Moving is not easy. Even if you’ve done it a few times in your life, you still dread it because it can quickly become complicated, and however you do it, it’s still tiring and challenging. Planning usually takes too much time, packing and organizing your belongings is time-consuming as well, while lifting, uploading, unloading, and then placing all your items in their new place is a burden.

 

Of course, every step of the process can feel and seem like a breeze if you hire a moving company. If you don’t have the time or energy for everything that comes with a relocation, make sure to give a call or write an email to a reputable moving firm, and they’ll help you from start to finish with everything. Are you still unsure about hiring them? Here are a few reasons why you need the help of experienced movers if you want to relocate. 

  1. Don’t risk your health and safety

Sadly, without skill and experience, moving accidents and injuries are pretty common. Breaking a vase or a piece of electrical equipment is probably less bad than injuring yourself by dropping something on your toes, leg, or hand, or hurting your back by carrying something heavy. Plus, if you drop something on the stairs, there’s a chance you’ll injure someone below you. 

 

Lifting and moving heavy items such as furniture, bed, and sofas can quickly become a nightmare without proper equipment and a professional approach. Plus, these tasks require multiple people. And you need to handle the items twice: once you move out and once you move in. Don’t risk your health and safety: hire a professional moving company that will eliminate the chance of injury and finish the job without any problems. 

 

  1. You’re friends and family are not qualified for it

Most people say no to experienced movers because they think their family, friends, colleagues, or acquaintances will help them and do quick work of the whole relocation. The truth is, nobody likes to help with moving, simply because it’s difficult, there’s a high chance of injury or breaking something, and the whole process is stressful.

 

Plus, they don’t have the necessary experience and skills to handle heavy objects. Professional people, such as Empire Movers, have the much-needed expertise and equipment to lift and move even the heaviest items. Instead of asking for your friends’ and family’s help, you can invite them over for a housewarming party once the movers finish with everything. 

 

  1. More time to finish other important tasks

Apart from being stressful and complicated, even the simplest move can take too much of your free time. If you do it alone, you have to prepare for the big day weeks before the actual move, make a precise plan with all the necessary moving steps, and then execute the plan. Sadly, you won’t have time for other essential things, such as making sure the utilities are set up correctly in your new place. 

 

When you hire a professional team, they will free up a lot of your time while also taking the burden of the actual move off your shoulders. Thanks to them, you can concentrate on other significant aspects of the relocation. 

 

  1. All your possessions are insured

If you don’t trust yourself with moving all your valued possessions, you need to hire the pros. Not only are they able to handle all your belongings with extra care, but they will also insure everything they move. If they break anything (they won’t, because they are experts), you can rest assured that you will get paid. 

 

The great thing about insured and licensed moving firms is that they offer various coverage possibilities for insurance. Of course, you need to find a well-established and reputable moving company for that. And to be sure about insurance, ask about their options. Experience tells us that it’s always best to pick the best insurance package that they have.

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Making Moving Day Extra Relaxing…Is It Possible?

August 7, 2020 Leave a Comment

Moving day should be about putting your feet up, having one last cup of coffee, going through photo albums and eating one last meal in your home. Wait, are we actually talking about moving day or a slow lazy Sunday morning? Well, many of us believe that moving day is frantic, hectic and makes you feel apoplectic! That’s a whole lot of ‘ics’. But, no, that is something that we have watched hundreds of items in movies and other shows, but rarely do we ever get into a panic about moving house. And yet, we have to admit, it’s not easy either. We have to consider that there are some challenges ahead. But here’s how to make the moving day an absolute breeze.

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Cushion the kitchen

 

Firstly, lay down a layer or two of bubble wrap. This should be placed in such a way that covers most of the floor and counters. Cover the counters and the floors with foam sheets to add another layer of protection. This way if you drop anything, chances are, it won’t break into a thousand pieces. You can also move around much quicker too because you know that something that falls down can easily be picked up again.

 

You also won’t be spending your time cleaning the room half the time and wasting time while you could be packing things away. 

 

Here’s another tip. Take down the blinds and the curtains in the room, so you have a lot of natural light helps you see things as you pack them away. It makes the room feel larger and less cramped. Open the windows and allow the fresh air into the room so you’re not hot and bothered while you’re emptying out all your cupboards and cabinets.


 

Clear the living room

 

The living room always poses a threat to our sanity when it comes to moving house. You can make things easy by simply using duct tape. Yes, duct tape. You need to wrap the cushions of one chair into one bundle. Rather than losing them or having them separated, they will be attached to each other back to back. You can also do this for your sofas. Bundle two cushions together and wrap them in bubble wrap. Then wrap them with some duct table and they will be easier to move and store. You won’t lose them in the mayhem of packing and loading the delivery trucks. 

 

The other thing you can do is to put all the living room decor into the same colored boxes. This can be done by buying moving boxes that have color coding already in their design or buying colored tape.

 

Just sit back and relax

 

All of this is fine and dandy but what if you don’t want to do any of it? What if you don’t want to even bear the thought of chipping a nail or spraining a back muscle? Then you need to call a company like Burnett’s Moving Services. They are experts in this field. Their trained professionals can handle any kind of material, whether it’s marble, leather, suede, glass or wood, etc. they can also lift all your heavy items like your bed and electronics. Kitchen appliances might be heavy and cumbersome for you, but it’s no sweat off their brows. A moving company that has a lot of business under its belt is experienced. With experience comes fewer mistakes which means, you won’t lose any money from having smashed items or being late to your new property.

 

Keep the kids busy

 

It’s not a secret that kids on moving day choose to take a particular cycle of emotions.

 

  • They first get sad because they’re moving away from the home they love
  • They they get mad and stomp about the place because they have no say in the matter
  • Then they finally accept it and want to help out if they can

 

By giving your kids something to do while you pack and load, this prevents you from having children that go through this emotional turmoil. Instead, have them outside in the garden, playing or snacking on something you made them. At the very least, they’ll be happier, enjoying life as they normally would and can come inside to help if they choose. With less screaming, crying and throwing of toys, you can get to work quietly.

 

Moving day can be relaxing. No really, it can! But let’s focus on making things easy by taking these measures to heart. It will be a lot easier, faster and less stressful to buy bubble wrap, foam sheets and some tape when moving day arrives. 

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Making The Most Of A Big Move Overseas

February 22, 2020 Leave a Comment

Moving home is challenging for just about anyone, no matter where you’re moving to. It’s a big decision, and it gets even bigger when you decide to pack up and take everything to a new country. Here, we’re going to look at how you manage the overseas move without letting stress overtake the whole process.

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Visit ahead of time

Culture shock is a very real and surprisingly profound experience and it can completely destroy your experience of a place if you’re unprepared for it. The best way to get around culture shock is to visit and stay at a location for an extended period to really get to experience it. You will also want to network a little and make some friends who can help you transition to life over there more easily.

 

Spend plenty of time finding the right home

Much of your quality of life is going to be determined by where, exactly, you live. This might be determined in part by where you get a job or where a spouse might live. However, look at house listings and apartment sales to get a thorough idea of what kind of property prices you can expect.  Looking with a local estate agent is a good idea as well, as they can help you better navigate the market.

 

Get a good idea of the costs of living

Save, save, and save. Moving can be costly and moving overseas can be doubly so, so save as much money as you possibly can. However, you can plan a little by doing some research on the costs of living in the country that you’re moving to, as well, seeing how far you would be able to stretch your existing budget over there.

 

Get to know the health care system

Governments run things very differently in other countries, and the health care system of the country you’re moving to is likely to be drastically different. You may have to budget for a different kind of private insurance, or you might find yourself covered by the state, with optional insurance or even total coverage that’s taken out of your taxes instead. Just do your research because finding yourself suddenly without health care or paying more than you expected in taxes without knowing why can be quite the surprise.

 

Make some final touches

Once you’ve taken care of all of the essentials and know what you’re getting into, then it’s time to take a few final steps. For one, get in touch with your bank and phone provider. You may not want to get rid of your current account just yet as you may have some bills and outstanding loans to deal with. Make sure to make copies of essential documents like your passport, birth certificate, and driver’s license as you’re likely to need them.

 

Of course, the one thing that we’re not going into is what it takes to move overseas legally. Each country has its own approach to immigration law and getting a visa or permanent citizenship, so it’s important to do your research and know your way in. Otherwise, keep the tips above in mind.

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What Should You Think About When You’re Moving Home?

January 7, 2020 Leave a Comment

Moving home is well known as being one of the most stressful time in a persons life. It comes with high costs for purchasing a house, legal fees and moving as well as piles of paperwork and then the actual organisation of moving. There are many windows of opportunity for things to go wrong, but it doesn’t have to be complex. You need to make sure that you have a top hand on the organisation side of things, if you succeed with this then moving should be smooth and easy. 

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Let’s have a look at some of the things you should look at when you’re thinking about moving home: 

 

The Right House 

 

Whether you’re planning to rent or buy, you’re still going to need to makes sure that you are moving into a house that suits your requirements. This means that you should create a list of all your needs and wants. Your wants can sometimes be compromised. Think about the size of the house you need. Do you have children? If so research the school catchment areas. Is it essential that your car parking for more than one car? Do you need to have a garden, do you want a detached house or are you looking for a flat? Have a look across the various websites online to gather an idea of what different properties and areas can offer you and then make a clear, detailed list of what you’re going to be looking for. You can then either look at properties yourself or approach a letting agent or estate to help you with your search. 

 

The Legal Side 

 

When renting you won’t have to deal which much that needs to use a solicitor. You can handle all the paperwork between yourself and your landlord or letting agent. You just need to be aware of the contract that you’re signing and ask any questions if you’re unsure. If you’re planning on buying a property, it is usually best to employ the help of a conveyancing solicitor who can handle any legal documents for you. They will be able to review and property paperwork and inform you if any legal proceeding you need to follow. Solicitors can sometimes be expensive so make sure you shop around for the nest quality solicitor to suit your budget. 

 

The Move 

 

Once you have chosen the home you want and have dealt with the legal side of things it time to start planning your move. Depending on where you’re moving from will depend on what resources you need. You need to be very organised, write a list of everything that needs to be packed. Use labels to clearly identify where each needs to go so that the move can run more smoothly the other end of the move. If need be you might want to consider using a moving service such as Hercules Movers to help assist the move, you will most likely find that the move is much less stressful for using professionals. 

 

These are just three areas that you should be considering when thinking about moving home, do you have any other pieces of advice that you can share in the comments below? 

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4 Things to Consider Before Moving to Houston

December 18, 2019 Leave a Comment

4 Things to Consider Before Moving to Houston

  

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Houston, Texas is one of the most up-and-coming cities in the U.S. With an exciting nightlife, a diverse population, and plenty of fun things to do, Houston is the place to be when it comes to Southern cities. These days, it seems like more and more people are making the move to Houston, whether it be for school, work, or to start a family. If you’ve been considering a big move and have found yourself looking at Houston houses for sale, here are four things to consider before you make a decision. 

Affordable Cost of Living

Houston is one of the rare U.S. cities in which you can live pretty comfortably without spending an arm and a leg on rent. Apartments in Houston tend to fall on the more affordable side compared to more expensive cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles, meaning you won’t find yourself cooped up in a tiny apartment with several roommates. This is one big reason more and more millennials have been making the move to Houston, and if an affordable cost of living is important to you, you just may find yourself moving here too.

Thriving Job Market 

Another reason many people are making the move to Houston is due to the city’s thriving job market. Thanks to the oil and gas industries, medical research, and technology fields, there are more jobs than ever up for grabs in Houston at the moment. This. combined with the city’s affordable housing market, makes a great pair when it comes to getting people to move to Houston!

Fun Social Scene 

If there’s one thing Houston isn’t, it’s boring! One of Houston’s biggest draws is that the city is only a quick 45-minute drive from the Texas Gulf Coast, meaning more beach days in your future! Houston is also known for its bustling social scene, especially downtown, where tons of bars, restaurants, and shops can be found. Whatever you’re in the mood to do, Houston has something for everyone. During the summer months, there is even more fun to experience in Houston, from live music to free community events. Houston is the perfect city for anyone looking for a fun and vibrant place to call home!

Food 

Food is a big deal in Houston, and everything from traditional American fare to more exotic cuisine can be found in this great city. Tex-Mex, a unique combination of Mexican and American fare, is one of the most popular types of food in Houston and can be found in many different restaurants both in the city and beyond. Throughout the year, the city also hosts several food festivals, giving locals a chance to try all different kinds of cuisine in one place!

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