Are you nervous about your upcoming move? You are not alone. Aside from public speaking, taxes and death, moving to a new home is one of the most feared experiences we face. The best way to combat that fear is to be as prepared and aware as possible, prior to your move. Careful planning is critical to you for maintaining sanity pre-, during and post-move. Here are some frequently asked questions about moving in general and how the use of our website’s moving tools can contribute to your moving success story.
“The more moving quotes you get, the more you can compare and choose the best one!”
Q. I am moving out of state. There is so much to plan. What should I do first?
A. At least thirty days before your move date, select your moving company. You want to make sure the moving companies you consider are fully licensed and bonded. Check their credentials. One of the great things about SaveologyMoving.com is that we partner with only fully licensed, bonded and insured moving companies. You simply select your move type (full service, self service, truck rental), enter your information, and then schedule as many free in-home moving estimates as possible.
Q. Why should I select as many in-home moving surveys as possible?
A. Doing this puts you in control of your move and you get to choose the moving company you like the best. There is no cost associated with having the mover walk through your home and providing you with an estimate. The more moving quotes you get, the more you can compare and choose the best one!
Walking through your property together is a great way to really get a sense of the moving company’s quality, care for your cherished items, and the degree of professionalism they exhibit.
Q. Who should I notify of my new address besides my friends and family?
A. You should fill out the change-of-address form you can get at your local post office or for $1 online. Then notify your bank, creditors, insurance providers, church, the IRS (form #8822), gym, social groups, and any schools or businesses you have affiliations with.
Q. When is the right time to notify my utility and home service providers of my change of address so my service is uninterrupted?
A. At least two weeks before your move date, you should notify your utility providers of your move date. You should request new service to start at your new home the day before you are scheduled to arrive. Service providers include: telephone company, cable providers, Internet service providers, alarm companies, insurance & warranty providers, gas companies, electric companies, water providers and trash removal services.
Q. I dread the entire packing process. What are some tricks to getting more organized and efficient at packing?
A. You are not alone. Packing is an activity that most of us will put off until the last minute, whenever possible. However, you can break it up into several different days, to make it less cumbersome. If you start early, you can pack the items you will not need or use. As you get closer to your move date, you could create order by using moving logic.
Pack by room, or content. Clearly identify what is inside each box. You can mark them with color-coded markers or Sharpies. Be sure to reinforce all boxes with sturdy packing tape. Keep plenty of supplies nearby. Be sure to purchase or dig up more boxes than you think you will need, as it often seems you never end up with enough boxes. At SaveologyMoving.com, you can purchase your boxes
here and take advantage of affordable rates and other promotions. Be sure to pack all of your fragile or breakable items with care and clearly marked as such.
Q. What are some important things to remember during the final walk-through of the home I am moving from?
A. You should secure all important papers, receipts and keys and have them readily available in a briefcase or bag. During your final walk-through, check to see that nothing gets left behind. Be sure you leave the house clean so the new family isn’t put out. Also, it’s a good idea to call your moving company and confirm the date and time of your move.
Q. What should I bring to my new home if I arrive before the moving truck?
A. If you have planned to arrive at your new home before the moving truck, you can bring along a care package of essentials. Some of the essentials may include enough food for a night or two, bottled water, sleeping bags, clothing, toothpaste, toothbrushes, contact lenses, shampoo, medication, toilet paper, towels, flashlights, pet supplies, tools and any other items you cannot live without.
Q. Why should I be leery of some moving services that provide instant online quotes or estimates over the phone?
A. The most accurate way to get your quote is to get it during the walk-through at your home. The problem with getting moving quotes instantly online or by telephone is that they are more of a guess than an accurate estimate. There is nothing more disappointing than being given an affordable number by phone and having that number skyrocket when you get the final figures. You can avoid all that when you choose SaveologyMoving.com. Schedule as many in-home estimates as possible so that you can choose the best one.
Q. What is the best way to find my new area’s service providers and the fastest and most affordable way to have all my home services turned on?
A. If you are moving anywhere within the continental United States, all this research has been done for you already. All you have to do is enter you address here, sit back and relax as all the service offers available to you will be displayed on your screen. Compare all digital cable TV, satellite TV, unlimited calling plans, high-speed Internet, broadband, etc. offers you can get and pick the best value and technology. In most cases, you can receive additional price breaks when you bundle all services together. Through the use of Saveology.com, you should be able to get all household services connected and up and running in one phone call! This frees up your time (and money!) to focus on your new home.