Mistakes to Avoid In Long-Distance Moves

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A lot of people hate the thought of a long-distance move for a variety of reasons. In many cases people have poor experiences with the move. The good news is most of the problems can be planned around and avoided with careful actions.

If you’re worried about a long-distance move, avoid these common mistakes.

Taking Too Many Items

Many Welland Movers will charge based on the weight of your items. One way to reduce the stress (and cost) of your move is to bring less things. Get rid of items you no longer use. This will make it easier for a St Catharines Moving Company like Bob the Mover to give you a quote that won’t break the bank. Do you really need seven vacuum cleaners? Think carefully.

Packing Items Wrong

This is the number one most common mistake in long-distance moving. Poor packing leads to many problems such as damaged items or lack of space. Make sure you take your time packing and use quality packing materials. Be careful about overloading boxes as well, if they’re too heavy they will be prone to breaking, as well as being difficult for a St Catharines Moving Company to move.

Got Insurance?

Insurance is always important when moving—but it’s doubly important for a long-distance move. The longer your items are on the road, the more chance they’ll have to break. Welland Movers will load your items as well as they can, but accidents happen. Bob the Mover offers insurance on most items, be sure to ask when getting your free quote.

Not Booking on Time

Make sure you have your St Catharines Moving Company available before you plan your move. Long-distance moves will likely occupy an entire day for most Welland Movers; so, make sure they’re available beforehand.

Choosing the Wrong Company

Let’s be honest, not all Welland Movers are professional. When looking for the right one you need to consider many factors, including cost, reputation, location and other factors.

Do your St Catharines Movers specialize in large items such as hot tubs and pianos?

Are they a general moving company?

Do they have a minimum price far outside your budget?

At Bob the Mover we provide many services including assembly and disassembly on top of moving. We use professional-grade materials to protect your items including floor runners, mattress covers and packing blankets to make sure your items are as safe as possible. Contact Welland Movers today for a free in-home quote.

Choose Bob the Mover

St Catharines Moving Company Bob the Mover service all the Niagara Region and beyond. We’ve got a hardworking and honest crew ready to move you at any time. If you have any questions or wish to get a free in-home quote please contact Bob the Mover. Specialized Welland Movers.

We Are a CAM Certified Moving Company

Bob The Mover is a certified CAM Niagara Moving Company that offers services in the Niagara Region, including St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Fort Erie, Welland, and Port Colborne. We have successfully completed a rigorous certification process and have been recognized by the Canadian Association of Movers for our unwavering dedication to quality, professionalism, and ethical business practices.

As a certified CAM mover, we strictly adhere to a code of conduct and maintain exceptionally high standards for employee training, safety, and customer service. We also have the necessary insurance coverage and comply with all relevant laws and regulations governing the moving and storage industry in Canada.

When you choose Bob The Mover as your moving company, you can trust that you are partnering with a reputable and reliable team that has been acknowledged for our commitment to excellence. Our CAM certification is a testament to our dedication to providing our customers with the best possible moving experience in Niagara, and we take great pride in upholding the highest standards in the industry.

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