When it’s time to move, one question that often arises for each household is whether or not it makes sense to use a professional packing service rather than doing all of your own packing. By hiring a professional packing service, you can make you and your family’s move much more manageable.
Here are the top five reasons to hire a packing professional for your upcoming relocation:
You’re busy
This box has the potential to be a big packing fail.
Moving is not a simple process. There are logistics and emotions, and a lot that goes into the process from one door to the other. If you’re not busy updating your address, finding a new school for your children, or updating medical records, you’re likely working and trying to keep everybody sane during the moving process.
Being busy is one of the main reasons to have a professional packing service. It will make your move go smoother and allow you to spend more time focusing on your new life in your new home.
Insurance and peace of mind
Not all movers are the same, but working with one that has a Damage Claim Policy and is licensed and insured can make sure that your valuables are safe during your move. Moving is hard enough without having to worry about your fragile items making it safely to your new place without it being protected. We suggest asking your mover or packing specialist before getting started about what’s covered and what’s not so you can have total peace of mind when getting your items packed and transferred to your new home.
Visit our Damage Claim Policy & Procedures page here for more information on how you’re covered during your move.
Proper packing of your items
We have seen it more often than not, it is moving day, the homeowner was not ready for the move, and they’re doing some last-minute packing. A few items made it into a box that was improperly sealed, and next thing you know, your favorite picture frames or kid toys come crashing to the ground. When your items are correctly packed, you are less likely to have a broken or damaged item during your move.
Think back to your last move with a mover they probably didn’t just use a dolly and some boxes, they used ratchet straps, buffers, blankets, heavy-duty tape, garment boxes, etc. to ensure your items fit perfectly into the truck. Professional packers have the right equipment to ensure your items arrive safely. They also know how to pack items more efficiently so you can save space and make the transport easier.
Cost-effectiveness
Contrary to popular opinion hiring a professional packing service can be less expensive than doing it yourself. We chalk this up to expertise and already keeping a plentiful supply of the items on hand. Unless you have sturdy, unused boxes and appropriate items for your move, purchasing boxes, rolls of tape, and other things to pack yourself can be more costly than the actual service itself. Every move is different, and if you want to weigh the cost-effectiveness, we always welcome a phone call to discuss the options best for you and your move.
Time savings
Professional packing services and moving companies are quicker than their customers at getting items packed and moved. This is what they do every day. So what may take you a few weeks or months can take a professional packing service company a few hours.
Aardvark Movers Inc. is a reliable name whether you need packing services, piano moving, or load or unload services. Call today to learn more about our hourly moving rates.
