People move from one town to another for many reasons. Perhaps you recently got a promotion and have to relocate, or were simply looking to start a fresh journey somewhere different. Regardless of where you are moving to, each move comes along with the huge task of gathering your belongings and transporting it to the new home all in one piece. This is the aspect of a move that most people look forward to the very least. Some people may even downright dread the activity of packing and unpacking. Many choose to hire movers instead of doing the back breaking work themselves.
Here we have listed how a moving company can help take the stress off of your shoulders, lessen your chances of suffering an injury, and free you up for other tasks that need to be done for the big move.
Movers Can Provide Equipment You May Not Have
The average person does not have professional tools needed to haul out the bulkier or odd-sized items. Trying to move bulky items like a refrigerator or sofa can easily cause a serious back injury, leaving you in pain and unable to continue. A moving company can provide equipment like furniture pads or blankets, hand trucks and dollies. They may also bring tools such as carpet protectors, bubble wrap, shrink or stretch wrap to help protect your things from becoming damaged during the move. Some other handy items a professional mover may have on their toolbelt can include the following:
- Utility Knife (to cut tape, rope, cardboard during packing)
- Rope or Bungee Cords (to keep item secured or tied together)
- Furniture Covers (help protect furnishings from getting wet or dirty)
- Forearm Lifts (heavy strap around forearms to help carry larger items without having to lift too high)
- Gloves (protect hands from scrapes, cuts & also offers grip for carrying)
- Back Brace (provides support for the back during the frequent lifting)
Movers are Professionals
Movers are trained and highly experienced in the art of moving belongings. Professionals can offer strategy, efficiency, special care for those delicate items, skill and customer service. It can save you time by having workers who know their stuff move your treasures for you. Your friends and family may thank you for investing in a moving company too, because now they can save their backs from the strenuous activity as well.
Less Stress, More Rest
Now that you have workers to do all of the carrying for you, you can spend more time focusing on other aspects of the move. With hours or even days of gained time, you can decide to rest for a while. The stress of moving can take a toll on a person’s mind, body and spirit. Take a day off and take care of yourself. Or if you are feeling energized, you can tidy up the new place to get it ready for the arrival of your things. You can even plan how you want to decorate and where you plan to put your belongings, so the unpacking can go more smoothly. All in all, hiring a moving company sounds like a big win for all involved.