Moving can be really hectic especially when your old house has 50 stairs to bring down the luggage, furniture and other stuff. If you see the benefits of hiring movers in Birmingham Al, you will realize that they are not as pricey as they seem to be. Once you have hired the movers, here are the things you need to have on hand to make the best out of the deal.
Furniture Dolly
If you have large items in house or heavy furniture, then a dolly will help the movers roll things out and load in the container or moving vehicle. Most of the movers have their company-owned dolly but an extra one would make things work out faster.
Cold Water and Treat
Movers expect you to give them cold bottled water for drinking and washing their sweaty hands. It may seem almost impossible as you have already packed your fridge. The best way is to buy cold bottled water from nearby store, some snacks from the bakery and ask a neighbor or friend (if possible) to make coffee for the movers. You will be surprised to see the shift in behaviors and moving speed by giving this little treat.
Moving Tools, Door Props and Keys
Extra tapes, extra packing boxes, markers, knife, scissors, rope, and other such packing items are often needed at the last moment. Make a small bag of last moment items and keep it aside or in your handbag if possible. Also, give the door keys of new home to the movers so that they can move inside out the building whenever needed. Movers in Birmingham Al may ask you to hand over the keys one day before the move.
Plan to Make the Move Smoother
You know what happens when movers arrive at home? They attack the luggage, load it in the vehicle, and leave for the new home. During the process, your items may be damaged. Even if they are insured, the new or repaired ones will not worth the one that you owned. To make the move smoother, attach labels like ‘Fragile – Handle With Care’, ‘Glass Items’, and ‘Electric Items’ on every box. Keep large items like TV, refrigerator, microwave oven, and steam grill aside and small items on the other side, so that the movers can decide the items to pick first.
Printed Directions
Most of the movers in Birmingham Al have GPS to find out the directions to new location. However, a better approach is to give them printed direction to new home and keep a copy in your purse to save time.
Hiring movers undoubtedly saves you a fortune but implementing these tips will make it even better, smoother and easier for you and them.
