It can be both physically and emotionally nerve-wracking and demanding to move to a new home. The decision to either do it yourself or hire a professional mover is always a debate. There are many advantages to hiring local movers. Memphis is home to many such trustworthy and reliable movers that can take the stress out of a local move.
Packing
Local movers typically provide packing services. They are trained to pack efficiently and in a shorter period of time than if you did it yourself. They know just the right number of cartons that are needed and how to handle fragile items with crating and specialty packing. Often the packing that could take an individual many weeks can be done by a professional mover in only a few days.
Safety and Insurance
Safety of belongings is most important to local movers. First, they provide valuation insurance so that personal belongings and household goods are covered for damage or theft. In addition, during the move, furniture and other large, bulky items are shielded with some heavy duty materials so they are protected from dust, dirt and other elements.
Proper Equipment
Trucks borrowed from a friend or even rented are not supplied with the right equipment for moving all types of belongings. Local movers have ramps, two wheel, four wheel or appliance dollies, and hoisting straps to get belongings and household items safely on their trucks. Air ride cushions are part of their custom-built trucks so that items are transported in a safe and secure manner. In addition, they know how to get that L-shaped couch out of a door and can figure out how to disassemble and reassemble just about any piece of furniture or equipment.
Customer Service
Moving professionals are trained not only to provide the essential moving services but to be friendly and easy to approach. They are able to provide solutions for ant type of moving problem and offer suggestions to facilitate the move and make it less complicated.
Storage
Should plans change and a move not carried out as planned, professional movers can provide options for short-term or long-term storage. Personal belongings and household items are kept in a vault that is safe from damage, loss or theft.
The advantages to hiring professional movers are many and can even make the moving experience fun and enjoyable.