If you have already decided that you want to move in another place, it just one part of the whole process in relocating for good. It is quite a tedious task to pack all your belongings and transfer them to your desired place, to help you here are some guides for you to secure a safe and smooth moving out.     

Master Plan 

     You must create a master plan before you begin researching. You must calculate the money needed for you to move your belongings, the rental fee for the trucks and manpower, the time of travel and when to expect to receive your things in your desired place and of course safety for you and your things. 

     Inventory 

     It is a must that you list everything that you need for the new place that you are going. Maximize the space of the delivery trucks by prioritizing the needed things like bedroom set and cabinets.  There are many strategies in shifting your stuff such as packing, purging or donating.  

     It is also advantageous that when you are already settled on what to bring, sell those that will be left for you have extra money for the payment of services.  You may host a garage sale or donate it to charity and claim a deduction on your tax. 

     Choose the Right Movers 

     Choosing the right movers is the next thing that you must carefully do, there are many companies that provide moving services such as Staten Island movers which provide professional services and guarantees customer satisfaction. 

     It is a must that you ask the right questions to your movers; make sure to ask them if they will sub contract your relocation to another company during the trip. If the company does this, there is a chance that your belongings will be separated and will arrive at different times. It is crucial to settle this issue with your desired company. 

     Understand the Delivery Process 

     It is a common practice in the moving industry to give their clients a delivery spread, or an interval that tells you when your belongings will arrive at your place, this is usually around 1 to 14 days. The moving company will likely use one truck to move your belongings because it is the cheapest way. 

     Setting your date of loading is one way wherein you can control the delivery spread. The length of the delivery spread also depends on other variables such as time of year, distance, and the amount of stuff you want to move. 

     Prepare to Pack the Car 

     If you are moving to another country and you have a car, you will need to prepare to ship your car ahead of time. If you want to use your car when you arrive in your place, you need to coordinate and plan well because coast to coast transportation usually takes 1-2 weeks. 

     Exchange Contact Information With Your Mover 

     It is crucial that you maintain good communication with your mover for you to monitor them and secure the safety of your belongings.  The key to a smooth moving is by planning ahead and have contingency plans if things do not go your way.