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FULL SERVICE MOVING
Complete packing, loading, transporting, unloading and unpacking services from professionals. Choosing a moving company may seem like an overwhelming task. Where do you start? What qualities should you look for? Planning well in advance makes it more likely you'll find a good company, and also gives you time to figure out how much the move will cost. Start your research at least eight to ten weeks before your move. Most companies give free estimates, so be sure to ask ahead of time. If the estimate is not binding, however, the final cost may differ. Factors that might affect the cost of the move include:
Some of the popular providers for full service moving are:
- SELF SERVICE MOVING The newest, and quickly proving most popular, way of moving is commonly called "do-it-yourself" or self-service moving. In self-service moves, the company transports your belongings from old house to new, but you have to pack and unpack everything at both ends. Most of these companies move or ship locally, nationally and internationally and may offer basic minimum insurance coverage at no cost to you. If your small move is within the same state, an hourly charge is generally applied. Additionally, most can provide safe and secure storage in the event that your destination is not ready, but make sure to check with your mover in advance of the big day. Most of the movers mentioned in full service can provide self service also, some popular self service movers are:
- SMALL MOVERS "Small Movers" specialize in moves and/or relocations that are too small to meet commercial van line minimums. They also offer shipping services for consumers who need to ship items that are typically too large or cumbersome for conventional mail services. In a nutshell, think of Small Movers as an alternative to using Self-Service Movers or the Do-It-Yourself option with the advantages of Full-Service Movers. If you want the benefits offered by a full-service mover, but don't meet the requirements, or simply want to move a treasured item to another location, "small movers" are a good answer. Their typical list of services includes: No Minimum Weight Requirements Prices are usually based on Item Weight Local, Long Distance or International Moving and Shipping Estate Distribution Corporate Relocation Air Freight Delivery Full Households, Partial Loads and Single Items Antiques and Precious Heirlooms Pianos Automobiles and Motorcycles Oddball Items Packing and Crating Storage Some popular small movers Are: -
COMPLETE SELF MOVING The two essential ingredients of a successful move are "people power" and hauling capacity. Whether you rely on friends and borrowed vehicles or hire local college students and rent a truck to do the job, you need not only enough strong helpers but also the right hauling capacity. If you lack either of these, it's best not to self-move. Consider whether moving yourself actually makes economic sense. If you are moving a long distance, calculate the cost of travel: gas, tolls, meals, lodging, and so on. Add in the costs of renting a truck large enough to handle all your belongings, insuring valuable possessions, hiring additional help, and even the cost of pizza at the post-move party. Then get some estimates from professional moving companies and decide how costs compare with a self-move. Following is a guideline for estimating how much truck you'll need: 10-foot truck: 1 to 2 furnished rooms 14- to 15-foot truck: 2 to 3 furnished rooms 18- to 20-foot truck: 4 to 5 furnished rooms 22- to 24-foot truck: 6 to 8 furnished rooms Some Rental Companies Are: - STORAGE Many times a move will involve storage, whether for an "in-between" time while you are looking for a new home, or just for those extra household goods that don't make it to the new home. Austin is a humid city and the summers can be hot. Air conditioned storage is a must for valuable items that can be destroyed by the heat and humidity. PODS is a unique provider of mobile storage that can be dropped off, filled then picked up again and stored at ther central warehouse. These are just a few of the storage facilities in Austin. Since there are so many self storage facilities in Austin, looking at the Super Pages is a good place to start. - AUTO TRANSPORT When considering automobiles in a move, often a full-service moving company will place a vehicle in the moving van. When moving yourself, auto tow-trailers can be hitched to the back of a moving truck. These arrangements, however, usually only handle one vehicle. When considering a second or third vehicle, there are several options: 1) Sell your vehicles prior to moving, and purchase new ones at your destination. "Timing is everything," it is important to use an auto mover that coordinates the move so that it most suits your needs, creating a smooth transition. Some national auto movers are:
- PET TRANSPORT When moving pets, there are several important guidlines. Before you leave: 1) Make an appointment & have your pet examined by your veterinarian; collect pet records. 2) Ask your vet for a reference for a practitioner in the new city. 3) Air travel should be booked four weeks ahead of departure for domestic moves and six to eight weeks prior to international flights. 4) Secure a form of identification to your pet's collar. At Moving Day: 1) When booking a hotel or corporate housing, make sure the management allows pets. 2) Before crossing into another state, know that some states have border inspection of all animals. 3) Limit feeding of your pets to once a day during the move, preferably in the evening, unless your veterinarian instructs otherwise. 4) The appropriate size for a kennel should allow your pet room to stand up, lie down, and turn around in natural positions. 5) If you are moving locally, take your pets on several visits to the new home before you move in to familiarize them with their new habitat.
2) Have one of the family members drive the vehicle to your destination.
3) Hire an automobile transportation service to move the extra vehicle(s) for you.
