Moving is stressful, nobody can deny that, it's one of those things that everybody has to do, but nobody really wants to prepare for, or arrange, or actually go through. Moving Again offers interstate removalists services to ensure that you always get the best price for your move. With over 20 years experience we can assist you to move anywhere in Australia with the minimum of fuss.
Why You Need Professional Help For An Interstate Move
Moving - it's inconvenient, it's time consuming, and most of us would rather not do it. Unfortunately, because of the sheer size of Australia, it's not just a simple job to pop down to the road if you need to move to Sydney from Brisbane. It takes a specialized removal service, undertaken by professional, and highly trained loading teams and drivers to ensure that your goods get to their proper destination, and that they get there unscathed.
If you’re just moving to another suburb, then it may be more feasible to do it yourself. It will still be a pain, but it is realistically doable. Interstate moving, though, is out of the question without professional help. Most people don’t have the time required to pack, load, drive, unload and then unpack. Not to mention the desire or ability to do everything without any assistance from interstate removalists.
Choosing The Right Interstate Removalist
A quick checklist can help ensure at least you can make an informed choice. When looking for interstate removalists, apart from pricing there are several other things that you need to consider.
● Do the interstate removalists have availability on the day you want to move?
● Are they quick to respond to your questions?
● Is the interstate removalists quote in writing?
● Does the quote include any type of basic removals insurance?
● Do they insist on you taking out their own insurance? If so be very wary, it is not compulsory for you to take out the interstate removalists insurance , you are perfectly entitled to shop around for your own.
● Do they have a back up plan? What if a truck breakdowns? Do they have the ability to divert other trucks to you to to ensure that you are not left out in the cold?
● Can they supply you with cartons and packing materials?
● What about storage? Can they help you if you need storage, maybe they can store in a container ( this ensures no double handling of your furniture), perhaps you prefer self storage, are they happy for you to take this option, or do they insist you use their storage?
Removalists Come In All Shapes And Sizes
Interstate removalists come in all shapes and sizes. Some are skinny blokes that look like they could not lift a box but are as strong as an ox. Others may seem like they may have had one too many pies. These guys all have something in common, and they get to deal with some of the most stressed people in the country, people that are moving interstate.
Interstate removalists are some of the hardest workers in the country. You may even think that there is no worse job than that of interstate furniture removalist. So, why do we do it? Let's be honest there is not a simple answer. Some interstate removalists do it for the travel. Some do it because they don't have to go to the same place every day. In general, most do it because they are just ever so slightly nuts!
How to prepare for your move
Want to make your hired interstate removalists happy? In short, customers that are ready for their removal are the most popular with interstate removalists. There are several things you can do in preparation for moving day to make their work easier. Here are just a few:
- ● Box up all loose items
- ● Clean your outdoor furniture of dirt, spiders, etc.
- ● Empty fuel from your lawn mowers
- ● Dismantle as much furniture as possible
- ● Be ready to go as soon as your removalists show up
How to NOT prepare for your move
You don’t want to be that customer who makes life more difficult for interstate removalists, do you? Please don’t be someone who’s "forgotten" to mention that it's impossible to get a large truck down their street. Or someone who perhaps maybe should have bought some removalist cartons instead of using plastic bags to move their valuable china in. Or the ones who think that it's the removalists fault that their large fridge will not fit through the door in their new house.
Try to remember that come moving day the interstate removalists that turn up to help you are just like everyone else. They are trying to do a difficult job the best way they know how. So if they look like they need a drink, offer one. A cold glass of water and a sandwich goes a long way when you are working long hours in the Australian Sun.
Removal Guys You Can Rely On
It's often best to choose well reviewed interstate removalists that specialise in interstate moves , or engage in backloading removals. These companies are best suited to help you as they move people and businesses in volume, so you can be sure that they can cope with pretty much anything that is thrown at them. They are also normally far more competitive and know how important it is to provide a quote on exactly what you are moving.
Who should you be wary of? Some removalist companies tell you to just list the big items, or give you only a vague quote. I can assure you that come moving day, either the price will go up, or they will leave stuff behind as they did not book enough space for your move. Any company that says they specialise in interstate removalists moves, and can’t get a quote back to you within 24 hours are not worth it. This is usually a sign that they don't have the systems in place to ensure everything runs like clockwork. Think about it, if they cannot get something as simple as a quote back to you nice and quick then what happens if something out of the ordinary happens?
Complete Interstate Packing Services
Whilst a full packing service is not for everyone, it's good to know that the interstate removalists company you choose to help you move at least offers this type of service. That way, if you need advice or moving tips of any sort, then you know who to turn to
A full "pre-pack' is not often necessary if you pack sensibly and use the right removalist materials . For example, you may want the removalists to only pack your breakables, which is quite a good idea. If you opt to pack yourself, which is not that difficult, though it's not exactly fun, I cannot emphasize how important it is to use the correct boxes.
Further, when your chosen mover tells you that you need to buy interstate removalists approved removal cartons and book boxes I can unequivocally assure you that they are not trying to con you, and get a few extra dollars out of you for you move. I would say that using industry approved boxes, tape and cartons is the singular most important thing you can do to ensure a safe and stress free relocation. I have lost count of the amount of times that people who use supermarket boxes complain that there boxes are squashed, or some plates that they packed in that plastic tub are broken, because the tub cracked.
Are you ready to choose the best removalist option for you?
Below is the most important parts of what you need to check to ensure a great interstate move:
● Can your chosen interstate removalists company help you move anywhere across Australia?
● Can they help you move any day, any time, and at very short notice?
● Are these interstate removalists competitive and do they offer affordable
prices - what they quote is the price you pay?
● Do they have the highest level of customer service - regardless if your moving two items or a family home?
● Do they have the ability to move you anywhere, interstate removal or local removal, across Australia?
● Do they have short notice collection times for all major cities?
● Can they offer numerous regional trucks every week?
● Are they a trustworthy, quality interstate removalist service provider operating for at least 15 years?
Moving Again offers interstate removalists who can check all of the items on this list. Whether you are looking for a budget wise backload or a full door to door dedicated moving service, we are here to help
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