One decision you will have to make about your moving day is whether or not you want to do the move yourself or you want to have movers do it for you. This will be one of the biggest decisions you make and there are some things to consider before you make your decision. Below, we will go over some of those things you need to consider first.
- Staying Organized
When movers pack up your items, they have no sentimental attachment to it so they are not able to pack it in a certain box or keep it set to the side. You may want to do your own packing as you can put your items where you want them to go and you can toss out items that you no longer want or need.
- Liability for Your Items
If you are moving your items on your own, you are liable for all of your items, the moving truck, and those who you recruit to help you. When you hire movers, your items are covered under their insurance policy so if something happens to your belongings, you will be reimbursed for them.
If you are worried about your valuables or large pieces of furniture, it may be best for you to hire a moving company to handle your move.
- Where You Are Moving To
If you are making a short move from one neighborhood to the next, it may not make any sense to hire a whole moving team. On the other hand, if you are moving across the state or across the country, you may want to have movers do it for you.
Since the movers can make a single trip, it would be wise to have them make the long drive with your belongings. In addition, as mentioned above, the moving company has liability to protect your items for the long trip.
If you are planning on moving, you need to decide who will be doing the moving for you. If you plan to do it yourself, you need to plan carefully to ensure that all of your items make it to your new home. If you do choose to hire movers, you will have the peace of mind knowing they are covered by insurance and they are professionals.