People get the idea that moving is something they can do on their own. Call your pals, borrow someone’s truck — it’ll take an hour and, in the end, everyone bonds over pizza and beer. Anyone who's put this plan into action knows that, more often than not, it ends in pulled muscles, nicked furniture, and strained friendships. Moving is one of those times when you just need a pro.

The staff at S & S Delivery, Honolulu’s premier moving company, has been moving the people of Oahu since 1977. With this kind of experience under their belt, they’ve got moving down to a science. If you still want to go it alone, that’s your prerogative, but here are three thoughts to consider before dismissing the idea of hiring a professional moving company:

• It’s Not As Simple As “Lift With Your Knees": If you’ve moved a sofa down some stairs, you have an idea of the kind of strain moving has on your body. Crushed fingers, pulled necks, and slipped discs aren’t uncommon. Moving is more than just putting boxes of books in your trunk.
• You Like Your Furniture, Right? Usually, moving by yourself is a false economy. The money that could be saved by not going with a professional moving company is eclipsed by the cost of repairing or replacing damaged furniture. And, if you rent, the damage to your home caused by an amateur mover could result in you losing your security deposit. 
• Two Trips Becomes Ten: Even if you rent a van, you still won’t have the capacity to move all of your stuff in just a handful of trips. The movers at S & S Delivery have the equipment to move your things efficiently and safely. Plus, they’ll drop off anything you’d like to donate at Goodwill, The Salvation Army, or a thrift store.

Moving by yourself or with friends is really just a fool’s errand. S & S Delivery is staffed by professionals who will help you settle into your new home and save you time, money, and energy. Give them a call today at (808) 833-1857 or visit them  online for more information.