Diamond Certified Resource Moving Guide
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NOVATO — When planning for a relocation, the biggest mistake people make is waiting until the last minute to contact a moving company. Movers’ schedules fill up quickly, especially during the peak season, which runs from April through September. If you don’t plan ahead, you could wind up with limited options. To avoid this, be sure to contact a mover at least two to three months before your moving date. When you call a moving company, the first thing they’ll have you do is schedule an onsite inspection appointment. During this appointment, the relocation consultant will perform a walkthrough and “needs analysis” of your residence. This will help the company get an idea of what the job will require and create an accurate cost estimate. Read more
MILPITAS — A huge issue plaguing the moving industry today is unlicensed, fly-by-night movers. In the past, these illicit operators would mainly advertise on websites like craigslist, but nowadays, many are using high-profile resources like Google AdWords to show at the top of search engine results pages. When you hire an unlicensed mover, you run a lot of risks. Since they aren’t licensed, if something goes wrong (like damage to/loss of items), you don’t have any legal recourse to recoup expenses. Even worse, some fly-by-night movers have been known to “hijack” customers’ freight by demanding an additional payment before they unload the truck. To avoid falling prey to an unlicensed mover, Read more
SANTA ROSA — If you’re doing your own packing in preparation for a move, consider the following tips: 1. Label all boxes. On every box you pack, write the room it will ultimately go into, as well as the general items it contains. Mark your label on two sides of the box so you’ll be able to see it regardless of which way the box is facing. 2. Pack tightly. Besides being an efficient use of space, a tightly packed box reduces the possibility of items shifting around while in transit, which lowers the chance for breakage. On the other hand, when packing a large box, avoid overfilling it with heavy items, Read more
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