Moving to a new residence can be stressful. It might be tempting to sit around and watch professional movers do all the work without lifting a finger. However, prepping your stuff in advance will not only make it easier for movers to do their job but will also avoid a longer moving time and the extra charges that come with it.

3 Ways to Give Your Movers a Helping Hand

1. Plan Moving Day Logistics in Advance

As much as possible, try to anticipate what will happen on moving day. Whether you’re moving to a building with a freight elevator or a house that only has stair access, it is essential to coordinate the logistics with your movers ahead of time. Determining in advance where the moving trucks could park can also save you time and inconvenience.

2. Unplug Electronics & Clear the Walls

Unplugging lamps, appliances, and other electrical equipment in advance can save time and allow movers to get down to business right away. In the same way, clearing the walls of hanging picture frames, artwork, and other ornaments can save you time and money.

3. Label Valuable Items

It’s better to be safe than sorry. Labeling boxes with fragile items such as glass kitchenware will inform movers to take extra care in handling them and avoid mishaps. There are items that movers aren’t allowed to transport like hazardous materials, perishable food, and flammable items, so coordinate with them before packing your stuff.

4. Packing Electronics and Lamps

Making sure to pack your TVs, electronics, lamps, etc. as secure as possible. This will help prevent any damages once items are loaded onto the truck.  Items that can’t be packed for transport in the moving truck can be loaded and unloaded into your personal vehicle.  

When you need reliable, affordable movers, Caccamise Moving is the company to call. Serving clients in the Greater Rochester, NY, area for more than 25 years, this family-owned and -operated business is a known expert in piano moving and other large, heavy items. Get a free estimate by calling (585) 643-5119 or visiting their website.