If you have done any sort of moving in Bellevue area, then you know that during moving day, there is a lot going on! With the movers coming to the house, getting set up, and starting to pad up your furniture and then load it, it won’t leave you much time to get much done other than directing them. So, as you get ready for moving, here are some tips on how to be ready for moving day.
Wake up early to be ready for your movers
While your movers shouldn’t be onsite too early in the morning, make sure you are ready for when they arrive. Getting up early will give you time to get a good breakfast, as well as finish up any last-minute packing. The last thing that you want as you prepare for move is to be woken up by your movers.
Reserve a Parking Space for the Moving Truck on your Moving Day in Bellevue
If you live in a congested area, recruit some friends and park all of your vehicles one after another in a space close to your home and do not move them until the truck arrives. The closer the truck can get to your house, the better your chances are of not incurring an additional charge.
Clear Walkways
Make it safe and easy for your movers to get in and out of your house during your moving day in Bellevue by removing all obstructions.
- Move potted plants and planters from front porch, walkways and driveways.
- Remove all door and floor mats.
- Remove all rugs. The crew will protect the floors with a specially designed floor covering that does not slip.
- Remove low hanging items such as wind chimes or hanging plants.
- Disconnect the spring on the screen door so that it stays open during the loading process.
If you had the moving company pack for you, work with them to keep walkways clear for the driver and crew.
Make sure to Point Out Special Items on your Moving Day in Bellevue
Set these items aside the day before the move. Then, once the mover arrives, point out items that are most special to you during the walkthrough. All your items will be handled professionally but take a moment to show them which ones need the most special care. Also, point out the boxes you would like to have unloaded first, if they are not going into storage. These boxes may include kitchen and bathroom items, or your children’s toys.
Decide on Tipping
Should you? It is completely up to you. Many individuals do tip the driver and let him disperse the portion to the crew that they think is appropriate. You decide!
Before the movers Leave
Make sure you understand all the paperwork before the driver departs for your new home. If there is something that is confusing to you, ask your driver to explain it before you sign it.
Take one last sweep of the house before the driver leaves. Look through all closets, shelves, in the garage, attic, crawl space, storage unit, under the stairs, on the walls and any place else things may be hiding. You do not want to find out, after the driver has left, that something was left behind.