How Far in Advance Should I Book Movers?
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Planning your moving day often takes longer than people think. There’s plenty to do – clean, organize, declutter, pack, and schedule everything related to the moving day. A professional moving team will surely be of great help here – they will deal with all the boxes, heavy furniture, fragile pieces, all the tasks it’s very hard to do on your own. That’s why you need to pick a good quality moving company and schedule your moving day in advance. Unfortunately, many people underestimate how busy great movers are, and very often, they are left with no help on their moving day or with movers who can easily bring them trouble. To make sure you’ve got the right team by your side on your big day, you need to start looking on time. But how far in advance should you book movers? That’s what we’re going to discuss in this post, and let you know when you should start moving day preparations.
First things first – know your move
Before you start browsing and contacting moving teams, make sure you know what you’re looking for. And to know which moving business will suit you, you need to define your needs for this upcoming move. Consider a couple of things:
- The location of your new and old home – whether you’re moving locally or to another state;
- The size of your household – number of rooms, boxes, large items, fragile pieces, etc.
- Check if there are any special requirements or obstacles in your home, including stairs, narrow hallways, or elevators.
- Deadlines and your schedule – check if there are any restrictions regarding your moving plans and your schedules, so you can find a moving team that will get the job done despite those.
- Additional services – think about whether you need storage, packing, unpacking, and other services, or just plain relocation from one place to another.
All of these are factors that will help you find the right moving company and make things easy and smooth. When contacting a moving company, make sure you describe your requirements in detail, so they will be able to provide you with appropriate services.
Remember the peak busy times
Even though moving companies work all year long, the summer months are probably the busiest. From the late spring to early autumn, moving teams have the most relocations in their calendar. However, demand can depend on the location and weather conditions of a specific area. Also, to be more specific, movers are the busiest during weekends, and around the beginning and the end of the month. This is because leases often begin and end around those dates, so bear that in mind when booking your next move. If possible, schedule your move during the off-season, so you don’t have to book so early, and you can also expect less expensive fees due to lower demand.
When should you book movers, according to the moving distance?
One of the most important factors in scheduling your move is the distance between your old and new homes. This will decide on how early you should start looking for a moving team and booking them for your moving day.
Local moves
If you’re moving within the same city/area, it will be easier to book a moving company. You should start looking 2 months before the moving date to ensure you’ve got plenty of time to do the research and get a couple of offers. If it’s not the peak season, booking movers could be easily done 2-4 weeks before the big day. However, give yourself enough time to pack your home, as it can take longer than you imagine, especially if you aren’t experienced in packing and moving.
Moving within the same state
Moving within the same state, but more than 40 miles away, is more complicated than a local move. That’s why you should start looking for movers 2-3 months in advance, especially during the summer months. However, if you opt for off-season relocation, one month in advance is enough to book a good moving team.
Moving to a different state
Long-distance moves are the most complicated of all and require more time to prepare. This includes scheduling your moving day with a moving company, when it’s recommended to book 4-6 months in advance, or 3-4 months for off-season relocations. As you’re moving so far away, make sure you start your preparations on time, and ensure you’ve got the right team by your side during this challenging project.
Tips for booking great movers – on time
Start early
We recommended certain time frames for different types of moves, but the truth is – the earlier you start looking, the better. Give yourself enough time to browse various moving teams, get multiple offers, and go for the most trustworthy, professional option.
Get more than one quote
Why is it important to get offers from at least two moving companies? This way, you get the chance to compare prices and unique services, see if certain companies have hidden costs, and pick the one that you feel safest with. You’ll be able to evaluate customer service and even negotiate a better deal.
Do detailed research
Don’t trust your household with the first moving company that pops up in an online ad. Do your homework and research moving companies with a good reputation. Do this research both online and offline. Check the internet for their online presentation and reviews, and talk to the people you know about their experiences and recommendations. Word of mouth is usually the best advertisement, so check if some of the people you know and trust have moved recently.
Book earlier for special items
Fragile art, expensive music instruments, and unique furniture pieces – all the special items require special care, so be sure to book even further in advance if you have some of those. You need a skilled moving team that can handle such items, and these often have very busy calendars.
It’s time to start planning your move
Once you learn how far in advance to book movers, you can start planning your relocation even today. Giving yourself plenty of time will allow you to do all the moving tasks in a relaxed way and thoroughly, avoiding mistakes that can cost a lot. And one way to escape common moving problems is to trust a skilled, professional moving team – and we’ve got the one just for you.
