Did you know that even if you move your entire house – you still need to pack up what’s inside? This free guide from Movers.com explains it all, including what you need to do first, how to find the best crew, and the estimated cost.
Do you know how many "strongest man in the world" competitors it takes to screw in a light bulb?
It's 4, plus a volunteer.
The volunteer holds the bulb, while the contestants pick up the house and spin it around them.
Now, if you've already got those big strong men there - you may not need this free guide I want to talk about, because they could just carry the house to your new location for you.
Jokes aside though - moving a house is a serious task, and it requires a serious crew, with all the right training, licensing, insurance, and paperwork - before you even break ground.
That's a big ask, I know, but this free guide from Movers.com can help. It breaks down the house-moving process into simple steps and walks you through each one. You can even use it to estimate the costs of hiring a professional moving crew or use it to find the best pre-screened local experts.
I'm only going to provide a quick overview here, if you want to read the full, free guide, just click right here.
The first thing you need to do, the guide explains, is find a moving crew with all of the proper licenses and insurance. The guide explains briefly what to look for, but it also has a link to a more in-depth explanation and even a quick video that walks you through questions you should ask a moving crew, before hiring them.
One thing you'll certainly want to know is how much everything is going to cost. Luckily, Movers.com has you covered there, at least for the team that's going to pack up your house, and transport your stuff.
Just head over to the Movers.com website by clicking here, and there should be a big green button in the top corner that says, "Get Quotes." Click that, and you'll be taken to their free quote request form.
From there, it's easy.
To receive estimates from local crews, you just have to input some basic information into the form, such as where you are moving from, moving to, and whether items need to be carried up or down stairs. Movers.com will send this information to local crews, and you will receive up to 7 rate estimates for your move, absolutely free, and with no obligation.
Before the movers get there though, you still have a few things you need to do.
The guide explores important steps that need to be completed before moving day and suggests simple strategies that may make the process easier. This includes suggestions for acquiring any needed building permits for your new residence, and a reminder to hire a contractor to disconnect services at your old house.
You'll definitely want to make sure that's accomplished in advance because splitting a water, gas, or electric line is not a good way to start your move.
That unfortunate topic brings us to the next point, insurance.
While most moving crews already have insurance, the guide also suggests options for additional short-term insurance, for the duration of the move. Although this additional insurance isn't strictly necessary, it's often recommended to ensure there are no additional costs incurred by damage caused during the moving process.
A spokesperson for Movers.com explained, “Your house mover should be able to answer any other house-moving questions you might have. If they can't, you should probably select another mover. Moving your house to a new location is certainly a complicated and expensive process, but, if you truly love your home, the benefit of being able to bring it with you may far outweigh the costs.”
If you're determined to bring the whole house with you when you move, then take the time, and make sure you're not missing any steps.
It's easy with Movers.com, whether you're moving to a new apartment, changing houses, or taking the house with you.
Just click here to read the full free guide, get your free quotes, or find other helpful articles from their team of moving specialists.
