Practical moving

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Practical moving list

1. Use appropriate equipment. Avoid used boxes. Sometimes, the box won’t be strong enough to hold your belongings securely.
2. Mark boxes that are fragile and indicate the destination room on each box.
3. For mattresses, we sell plastic covers in all sizes (Single, Double, Queen, King). Don’t forget to order yours for your economical move ($5-$7 only).
4. Pack all electronic equipment. If you’ve kept their original boxes, use them to make sure they arrive safely. Clean your stove, fridge, washer and dryer before you move.
5. Start packing items with less importance, such as those you won’t need to access immediately. Think about what you’ll need when you arrive at your new address. A box for toiletries, toys to keep the kids busy and extra clothes.
6. Empty the drawers of your furniture. Drawers can open during the move and contents can break.
7. Avoid putting heavy contents in garbage bags. Use them to store lightweight items such as clothes, pillows, blankets, etc.
8. Dismantle all furniture that are bulky or fragile and won’t fit through the door. Keep all screws in a bag.
9. Be sure to defrost the refrigerator and leave the door ajar.

Moving truck parking

Reserve a parking space for the removal truck as close as possible to your home. Correct parking will ensure cheap move easier, more efficient and less costly.

Elevator

If your building has an elevator, don’t forget to ask the administration to reserve the elevator for you for the duration of the move. That way, you’ll save money and avoid the fines imposed by the building administration for an unexpected move.

Practical moving guide

1. Don’t hesitate to participate in the process of your move to the South Shore, North Shore or Montreal East move  your advice can be invaluable when it comes to packing bulky items or disassembling, reassembling and marking them.
2. Once again, check with the driver the destination address and your telephone number.
3. Take a last look around your home to make sure nothing has been forgotten.
4. Check that all windows and doors are closed and switches are off.
5. You must be present on the day of the move for both loading and delivery. You can, however, appoint someone to represent you if you are unavailable. Leave small children and pets in the care of friends or family, as moving day can be stressful.
6. Check the condition of your furniture before the mover leaves and before signing the invoice.
7. On delivery, you tell the movers where each piece of furniture is to be placed.