How to get it right when hiring moving services?

Moving to a new house or apartment is always an important moment in our lives. For many, it is a dream come true. But for others, it can mean a certain amount of stress and headache. This is because some doubts may arise when it comes to finding a trustworthy company or professional to carry out the moving services.

In search of greater convenience, some people look for already furnished homes . However, this type of home rental is still uncommon in Brazil, and it also tends to have higher prices. In addition, there are those who do not want furnished rooms, as they already have their own items to fill the rooms .

If you are moving house soon and need to find a good moving service, take advantage of the tips we will give you in this text! We will help you make this moment easier and more peaceful!

What is the difference between freight, haulage and residential moving?

Before you go looking for the ideal moving service for your needs, how about understanding the main differences between the different types of services available on the market?

Freight

Are you looking for someone to help you with a small shipment ? Well, know that in this modality, you hire the transportation of the items from one place to another, in addition to help to load the items.

The shipping quote will vary depending on the amount of furniture and boxes you want to transport — if you have a very small move, for example, you can hire a freight forwarder with a small van or a car with an extended body.

You can also request a larger vehicle if you have a lot of furniture. It is worth noting that the price varies depending on the type of vehicle used for shipping, as well as the number of helpers that will be needed to help transport and load the vehicle, as well as the distance traveled between addresses.

If you have a few items to take with you but need a few extra hands to help with the move, this is the best option for you.

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What is the difference between freight and hauling? This is a very common question, and the answer is quite simple: with hauling, you hire a driver to transport your belongings. He will not be required to help you load your items from your home to your vehicle or from your car to your new home.

This could be a good option for those who have friends or family to count on when it’s time to move. Do you have enough people to roll up their sleeves, but need a suitable vehicle to transport your furniture? Then a moving service is for you!

Residential change

If you are looking for freight and complete moving services, the ideal is to hire a company or team that carries out residential moving. In these cases, it is possible to negotiate what you want to be done.

In addition to transport and loading, do you need to wrap your more delicate furniture in plastic or fabric? Or do you need a little help packing up your book collection scattered around the house? Explain your needs and ask for a quote!

What should I look for when searching for moving services?

Once you have defined which type of service best suits your moving scenario, now is the time to start your research.

Nowadays, you can hire moving and hauling services with just a few clicks or even through an app for small shipments. However, even with all this ease, there are some items that should be carefully evaluated before closing the deal.

These are some of them:

• Company credibility

It is common to rely on recommendations from friends when hiring a service, but we cannot always get in touch when we need it. So, when you find a website, app or even a contact number, try to check the experiences that other customers have had.

Use websites like Reclame Aqui and even the reviews available on Google. This way, you can choose services with positive reviews — or, at least, you can avoid the names of companies and professionals with a record of negative complaints.

• Price

Between you and me, price is always one of the most important items in any negotiation. That's why the stage of budgeting the prices of transporting small loads is so important.

Ask for different quotes and compare the prices you find. And if you do your research online, remember that prices vary greatly from one state to another, and even from the countryside to the capital. Therefore, it is always best to contact the supplier directly.

• Security and commitment

The problem with calling a freight forwarder you don't know and who doesn't even have a friend's recommendation is that you don't know what the professional's level of commitment is.

If you hire a company, or a professional registered on a website or application, there is a record of that worker and a trusted contact so that you can contact them if any problem arises.

Give preference to service providers who issue invoices and/or offer a guarantee against damages.

What is important when organizing your move?

If you intend to hire just one professional to transport your items from one location to your new address, without other services included, such as packaging, careful planning will be essential.

Be prepared to cross a lot of items off your organizing list. But don’t despair! If you still have some time until moving day, create a schedule and set deadlines for each task.

Some initiatives can be done weeks before the big day, others can be done in the days leading up to the move. There’s no need to rush!

Below you will find a list of tips for organizing your residential move planning:

• Materials: buy boxes, bags, tapes, plastic and everything you need for packaging.
• Furniture size: Measure your furniture and plan where each item will go in your new home (and make sure it will fit through doors or windows!).
• Mail: Change the address so your letters and bills arrive in the right place.
• Electricity, water and internet: request that these services be disconnected and activated at the new address. In many cases, such as internet and television, it is possible to use the same plan in a new location.
• Repairs: if the property you live in is rented , pay attention to the condition of the place and carry out any necessary repairs, such as painting.
• Furniture assembly and disassembly: some furniture cannot be carried whole, so it is worth looking for a professional to help with this step.

After all these tips, it's time to start your planning calmly, so that everything flows smoothly and on schedule.

These moving service tips were created by the Triider app team.