Preparation Tips
for an Efficient Move
Start planning your move as early as
possible; there is no excuse for going into this unprepared,
especially if you are on a tight budget. We are professional moving
experts that feel obligated to help the public in any way we can to
ensure a smooth, uneventful moving experience. The main tasks for
the client to focus on is taking with them only the things they
need, leave the junk behind, pitch it, sell it or give it away If
you would like, contact us so we can walk you through the process
and make recommendations as you proceed.
Some Things You Want To Be Prepared For and Have the Answers
To
• Are you truly ready when the movers arrive?
• Did you get all the necessary packing and moving supplies?
• Are all your belongings properly packed in labeled, stackable
boxes?
• Can the moving truck get close to your home and what special needs
your accessibility may require?
• Have you eliminated all excessive and unwanted belongings?
The following timeline is provided to help ease the stress
of planning for an upcoming move.
4 Weeks Before the Move
1) Call Palm Beach Movers to schedule your move and set up the
services you will require.
2) Take a tour of your home and begin weeding out items that are
going to stay behind, schedule a garage sale if that is how you have
decided to dispose of it.
3 Weeks Before the Move
1) Arrange to have your major appliances serviced before you move
them.
2) Movers cannot transport aerosols, flammables, corrosives or
ammunition. Propane tanks and lawn mower gas needs to be drained as
these pose serious safety concerns.
2 Weeks Before the Move
1) Notify the Post Office and obtain change of address forms for all
of your personal contacts.
2) Notify subscription services of the address change.
3) Dispose of all corrosive materials or caustic acids.
1 Week Before the Move
1) Arrange Cable TV disconnection.
2) Arrange connection of utilities in your new home
The Day Before the Move
1) Defrost, clean and dry refrigerator
2) Clean and prepare all other major appliances
The Day of the Move
1) Strip beds but leave intact for the movers to disassemble
2) Tour your home with the movers to determine the best routes from
your home to the moving van
3) Be available all day to answer questions, direct the placement of
your furniture and boxes, sign the bill of lading, etc.
So call us today at (561) 338-7080 or fill out our short
quote form on top for a free estimate.
