No matter how big or small or your family is, chances are you’ve accumulated plenty of goods, furniture, and accessories that you’ll have to pack up and transport when you decide to move on to bigger and better things. Moving anywhere isn’t easy, but moving to New York City adds an extra layer of stress and complexity. Still, there are ways to make your move a bit easier, and that’s by using residential moving companies like Great Movers. Whether you are moving to New York or moving out of New York, local movers in NYC are there to provide you with a professional, transparent, licensed and insured residential or commercial moving service.
If you want your move to go as smoothly as possible there are a few tips that you should follow. One pro-tip: make sure to wrap any breakable items in your towels and linens as you get a nice two-in-one solution of protecting your valuables and packing away your items. Read on for more advice below:
Hire Professionals
Planning a move can be overwhelming and stressful. If you try to do everything yourself not only do you have to pack everything yourself, you also need to think about renting a truck, parking, loading and unloading, potentially getting insurance in case of damages, and more. While it might cost you more money initially, apartment movers in NYC can actually save you both time and money. Since they are professionally trained, they can get you loaded and unloaded in just a few hours. More importantly, you don’t have to do any of the heavy lifting. Leave the bulky furniture to the professionals and you can spare yourself potential injuries.
If you’re worried about cost, make sure to pack everything yourself beforehand so all the new york movers have to do is load up your items into their truck. You should also do your best to purge in advance to lighten the load. Chances are you probably have belongings that you no longer use. Get your KonMari on and get rid of the items that no longer spark joy knowing that you are also helping out your wallet.
If you want to support a small moving business in NYC, look no further than Great Movers. We started off as a very small company almost a decade ago and now we are capable of handling any sort of residential move within New York or outside the state. Our state of the art fleet and experienced moving team makes it easier for us to take any moving job. Great Movers are professional, friendliest and the most experienced residential movers you could find in New York.
Avoid Major Events
While it’s not always possible, it’s a good idea to avoid moving the day of a major city event. Take a look at both the holiday and event calendar in New York City and its surrounding boroughs. Events like the New York City Marathon will block off huge swaths of roads, making it that much harder to get from point A to point B. Of course other major events like Halloween, New Year’s Eve, etc. are also events that will block off a lot of major streets.
One more new issue you or your movers will need to consider are blocked streets due to outdoor dining. Thanks to COVID-19, restaurants have very limited indoor seating and depend on outdoor dining to keep their business alive. In areas with a high concentration of restaurants, the streets might be blocked off so you’ll need to consider alternate routes. This might also mean that the apartment you are moving into might not allow vehicles so you will have to factor in an additional distance fee into your moving estimates.
Pack and Label Everything
Start packing as early as possible. If you know that your lease is up in a month, slowly start organizing and packing away your belongings as early as 3 weeks prior to your move. The earlier you start, the less stress you’ll feel. When packing, consider the apartment you’re moving into and then think about what you actually want to take with you. Organize your belongings and separate them into three piles: keep, donate/sell, trash. After about two weeks, take a look at your keep pile again and see if you actually need everything and separate out the items again. The less you have, the easier it is for you to pack.
Once you’ve whittled down your items to the essentials, keep an inventory of every item you have on a spreadsheet. Should something get lost, you’ll know exactly what you’re missing. Many moving companies provide different types of liability insurance where they will replace broken or missing items at $0.60 per pound. If you opt for more expensive insurance, the company might cover the entire cost of the lost/damaged items.
After you’ve completed your inventory, it’s time to pack everything away. Make sure to group items from the same room together for easy unpacking. For more important items like toiletries, clothing, etc. you should keep these in a backpack or something else that is easily accessible so you don’t have to dig through boxes to find your toothbrush or body soap.
Consider Storage
Whether you’re moving from a large house to a small apartment or can’t move into your apartment just yet, a storage unit is a great option. You get to keep your belongings safe without having to worry about paying rent on two apartments. With that said, you don’t want to keep a storage unit for too long. If you find that your new apartment is much smaller than your previous home, you will eventually have to get rid of any excess furniture, clothes, etc. Remember that you should always visit an apartment in-person before moving as most NYC apartments tend to be quite small.
Conclusion
Having to make a move is the hardest thing people face in their entire life. Choosing the right moving company is as important as finding the right place to move in. Having to trust a moving company with your goods, does not come easy. Great Movers are licensed and insured. We focus on making your residential move within your time frame so you don’t have to miss important commitments.
Our reviews on Yelp and Yellow Pages will help you figure out how transparent and affordable we are. When it comes to moving, Great Movers are one of the most responsible and reliable local residential moving companies in New York.
FAQ
Can professional movers in NYC pack my belongings?
Yes, you can request the movers to pack your belongings for you. This, of course, will come at an extra cost. When calling for quotes, make sure to ask the moving company if they provide this service and how much it will cost.
How much do residential movers cost?
It depends on who you call. When requesting a quote, make sure to ask how the company calculates prices, whether there are any additional fees you need to consider (walk ups, distance from truck to entrance, etc), and then try to ensure the estimate they give you is a binding estimate. This way you won’t have any surprises after the move.
How do I manage fragile and/or antique items?
The best way to make sure your fragile items remain intact during the move is to spend extra time packing them. Make sure to wrap all items in bubble wrap and pack fragile items together. Make sure to also label the box they are in as fragile so the movers know to handle with care.
