If you need long distance moving services in Toronto, there are certain things you need to consider, as “long distance” mover and their services are quite different than “local” movers who transport your belongings from one place to another within Toronto or the GTA.
Sourcing Out Long Distance Moving Companies
The first thing you need to do is research different long distance moving services to determine which one is the best. To start, go online and search for “long distance movers Toronto” in www.YellowPages.ca or in Google search. When you arrive on the various moving service companies, contact the business and ask how long they’ve been in business, if they are an accredited BBB company (www.bbb.org), and if they specialize in long distance moving. Ask for RECENT referrals from customers who have used their services and then randomly contact them to find out if they were satisfied with the movers.
Setting Up An Appointment For a Moving Estimate
Try calling at least five to six different long distance moving services and have each of them visit your home to give you an estimate. As each moving company rep provides you with a quote (usually based on dimensional or actual weight of your items), you’ll quickly realize which moving services company is “out to lunch,” and which ones are comparable amongst each other. Obtain written quotes and don’t assess the estimates until you have received at least five quotations. When deciding on the Toronto long distance moving company, use your best judgement and select the movers that seem to be the most ethical and that offer the best value. Beware of the hidden fees which some moving companies will not disclose until you’ve signed the contract and they have your items on their trucks- you’ll have a hard time retrieving your belongings if a discrepancy arises and you have already signed their contract.
Save Money By Packing It Up Yourself
Some people use packing services to save time on their packing but they can actually save money by doing the tedious task of packing themselves. You can either buy inexpensive storage bins from local discount retailers and online stores, or you can pick up free corrugated boxes from local supermarkets and community centers, as well as recycling centers. Other miscellaneous moving supplies can be bought at “dollar” discount stores.
Another thing you should do is get rid of all items that you do not need anymore and if you think you can sell certain items, sell them! The earlier you start packing (little by little), the better and less chaotic it will be when the time comes for your actual moving date.
When moving your household across a long distance, you need to be organized and plan well ahead. As soon as you know the location of your new home, create a checklist that has all of the tasks you will need to complete prior to your actual moving date (e.g. transfer utility bills, cancel your subscriptions, and visit the postal service to change your address). If you’re in Toronto and planning to move outside of the city or Ontario, contact S & Sons Moving and we’ll be glad to assist you from A to Z without any hiccups.
