Taking the Leap: Long Distance Moving Tips

Long Distance Moving Tips

Moving is one of life’s massive undertakings. No matter how many times you do it, it involves months of planning, saving, packing and stress! 

And it never seems to get easier. As life goes on and gets more complicated, moving becomes more stressful. Kids, pets and a house full of furniture require more effort compared with how you moved in college! Take all that and combine it with a long-distance move, yikes! 

Therefore, reliable and convenient moving services are essential for a smooth and stress-free move. 

This article will discuss the essential long-distance moving checklist and ways to make the process easier!

How to plan and schedule 

Planning is essential for any successful long-distance move, whether it’s just you and your spouse, or you with a family of five! Long-distance moves have different considerations in order to go smoothly and as planned. Let’s take a look at a few important points:

Budget accordingly: Set aside a firm moving budget with plenty of time to spare before the move. You never know what could arise, so it’s good to be prepared. Your budget should include cash to have on hand, meals for the road, an estimate from a handful of short-listed moving companies, costs for storage and new furniture and any costs associated with cancelling or moving utilities. Utilities can be anything from your energy bill to your cell phone bill. 

Pack with intention: Packing can be one of the most daunting aspects of long-distance moving, especially if you’ve been living at your current residence for years! To get organized and have direction, create a list or spreadsheet for each room, beginning with outdoor and indoor seasonal items and occasionally used dishware, and work your way to smaller, last-minute clothing and toiletries. Also be sure to pack a few clothing and toiletry staples in a bag to carry with you en route!

Book a Reliable, Expert Moving Company: Securing a good moving company that can ensure a successful and stress-free moving day is critical. Be sure that each company you interview has an excellent reputation. Check online reviews on sites like Google or Yelp to ensure you’re getting as much of an unbiased opinion as possible, and ask questions about their packages, movers and different services.

Looking into storage options 

Sometimes, especially when undertaking a long-distance move, you might not be able to move into your new residence right away, or you may not be able to take every item with you on the initial move. 

Look into storage options in your new city or consult with your moving company to see if they have options either in your current city or new city.

How the long-distance moving process differs from local moves

For most companies, what constitutes a long-distance move varies and often depends on their specific service range. Always ask prospective moving companies what they consider a long-distance move as it could affect the rates. 

Other defining factors for long-distance moves are costs for long-haul gas mileage, driving duration, employee remuneration and wear and tear to name just a few. These costs should be included in your quote.

Be vigilant when choosing a long-distance moving company. Ensure they have proper certifications and licensing. Do your due diligence and ask if your quote includes any extra fees. 

Moving soon? Call Macho Movers today!

The Kitchener/Waterloo-based team at Macho Movers is committed to their customers and strives to ensure a perfect move each time. We understand that moving, whether local or long-distance, is a significant and often stressful undertaking!

Our experienced team of professionals provides commercial and residential moves, junk removal and careful furniture assembly.

Want to learn more? Call us at (519) 830-4974 or fill out our convenient contact form!