Moving doesn’t have to cost a fortune. You have probably done your research and have a rough calculation for how much it will cost to move all your possessions to your new home. On the actual day of your move, if you are not prepared, you might be encounter additional costs. This can add to the pressure of moving, especially when you have a tight budget.
Your professional storage and moving company, Around Town Movers, gives you some insightful tips to avoid last-minute moving costs.
1. Identify the Additional Moving Services You Might Need.
The success of your move will depend on your preparedness. If you are caught off-guard and your things are still scattered around by the time your movers walk in, chances are they will do the remaining work and charge you extra. Make sure to pack your things properly and be prepared. But if you don’t have the luxury of time to pack your things on your own, include pre-move planning assistance in your budget. At Around Town Movers, we can pack your belongings smoothly by downsizing or sorting them all out and provide floor plan arrangement.
2. Don’t Make Any Last-Minute Booking.
Relocating can give you so much stress and it will be much more emotionally and financially draining if you hire movers at the last possible minute. You are also more susceptible to moving scams since you will be unable to verify the credibility of the moving company.
Around Town Movers is a licensed and insured professional moving company with more than 35 years of experience. Our partnership with MovingInsurance.com helps us protect our clients.
3. Make Plans
You don’t have to break the bank when moving. As long as you plan ahead of time, it will be much easier to handle the moving expenses. You should also make sure to include necessary things on your budget, including fuel, road tolls, parking fees, and other travel expenses.
Moving to your new home soon? Entrust the job to our local movers. Around Town Movers will assist you with everything from pre-move packing all the way to the final move-in. Call us at (703) 682-5922 . We serve residents of Arlington and Sterling, VA, and surrounding areas.
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