Although it is recommended to start planning and arranging your move at least four to six weeks in advance, there are situations which may lead you to a last minute, unexpected move.
An unexpected job offer or a family emergency may force you to pack up and move in just a few days and this means that you will need to contact movers, schedule your move and pack in a very short period of time.
Here is some advice for arranging a last minute move.
Consider Full Packing
If you only have a few days before your moving date, it may be better for you to arrange for the movers to pack your goods for you.
Rushed packing may lead to damages and unnecessary heartaches when the time comes to open your boxes.
Most movers will charge you extra for packing boxes for you, but they will be able to save you some valuable time and help you to avoid damages
Don’t Lower your Standards
A lot of people are tempted to hire disreputable companies simply because they are available to perform a last minute move. This may prove to be a big mistake, as you may end up paying much more than what you were estimated.
Even though it is a last minute move, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t insist on finding a reputable company that provides you with all the terms and conditions in writing.
Make sure that you receive an understandable, solid estimate that details all the terms and conditions of the move.
It’s better to postpone the moving date in a day or two and go with a reputable mover than to rush things at any cost and end up with a nightmarish experience.
Alpha Moving & Storage
234 16th Street 2nd floor, Jersey City
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Alpha Moving helped us move from an apartment with many stairs in Hoboken to a suburban home in NJ. There team was very responsive, professional, punctual, … More and communicative. I was very happy with their service, and they helped make the experience less stressful. The Alpha team was great at communicating ahead of and during our move and they set our expectations on pricing. We were very happy with our decision to hire Alpha. -
My experience using Alpha Moving and Storage was excellent. The crew was courteous and professional. They took their time to ensure that everything was … More covered and packaged before the move so there was no damage. They made sure everything was positioned correctly in our house, and even helped to move a few pieces of furniture that were not part of the original move. I would highly recommend
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I recently hired Alpha Moving to help a family member move from a 3rd-floor walk-up in Brooklyn to New Jersey, and I couldn't be more impressed with … More their service. The team was punctual, professional, and showed exceptional care for both the Brooklyn apartment and the New Jersey home. They took extra precautions to protect the walls and floors, which we really appreciated. Communication was excellent before, during, and after the move, making the entire process much less stressful. I highly recommend Alpha Moving to both family and clients—they’re reliable, professional, and offer very reasonable pricing..
