Saturday, September 15, 2012

Pros and Cons on Hiring Professional Movers

Moving is a happy occasion because this means that families and businesses are moving up in the world. A family whose breadwinner comes into wealth will abandon a modest neighborhood for a comfortable village in suburbia. Similarly, a business organization that grows by leaps and bounds needs to relocate to a bigger place. So there is no question that moving is necessary, even important. What is often asked is whether it is wise and economical to hire a moving company or for the individuals involved to do it themselves.


 




Here are the Pros and Cons on Hiring Professional Movers:


Pro

The big pro in hiring movers is the ease by which it can be done. No truck rentals to worry about, no heavy lifting to strain your back, and less responsibility on moving day. You will also save yourself a lot of sweat. Professional movers also have a lot of experience with loading, packing, and unloading items, which allows them to work faster and handle your items in a safer manner than you might be able to. Moreover, their drivers are skilled at maneuvering large moving trucks, while you might be at a loss when it comes to backing your U-Haul up to your new home for unloading. Finally, moving companies will have boxes by the truckload, sparing you from all the hassle of finding them yourself.

Con
 

A major downside of using a professional service is the cost. It can be quite expensive, depending on the company and the amount of stuff you own. You also need to consider whether you're comfortable leaving all your worldly possessions in the hands of strangers, and you'll need to do some research to make sure you're using a reputable moving company. Hiring a service might also require you to work around the movers' schedule when planning your transition, something that might be difficult to do at a point in your life when time is precious and you already have tons to do. Remember, too, that you'll still have to pack most of your items-moving companies may be able to assist with some packing duties, but wrapping your precious china in newspaper isn't really in the movers' job description. 


Pro

If the moving company has a name to protect, it serves customers with a high degree of sincerity, professionalism and dedication. Some offer competitive hourly rates and flat rate moves. They provide you with an exact price level from start to finish based on the items you are moving. If you find the right company, moving is fast, reliable and efficient with excellent storage services throw in. Hiring a moving company is a better option for people who own a lot of large items and don't have the strength or space to move them independently. Those with families may find that hiring movers takes a load off their mind and allows them to focus on other things, including watching (and transporting) the kids on moving day. A move across the country might also motivate you to hire a moving service, as their larger trucks will be able to hold more items than most any rented truck you'd want to drive, and the moving company's experience will make them better equipped to handle a big move than you might be.

Con

Moving on your own gives you more control over the whole process. You get to decide when and how all your possessions will be moved, and you get to plan the moving schedule around your needs. There's no cause for worry about strangers handling your possessions, and you'll probably save a bit of money by just renting a truck or borrowing a friend's. If you enlist the help of others, moving day-or at least a post-moving celebration-can also be a time for bonding, and can give you a sense of accomplishment and independence as well.

Pro

Moving companies hire super-buff individuals for a reason. Moving heavy items is difficult and potentially dangerous, especially if your move involves a lot of stair-climbing. Even if you're a gym rat, you might tire out or injure yourself during the moving process. Asking friends or family to help with the heavy stuff is always an option, but it can also be a good way to strain a relationship.



(Source: merchantcircle.com)

6 comments:

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