Key Reasons Why You Need a Professional Mover

There’s much more to moving than simply packing up and transporting your household belongings. In addition to securing reliable labor, a successful move takes a great deal of planning and coordination. 

If you’re embarking on a new and exciting chapter in your life and are getting ready to relocate, you should consider the many benefits of hiring a professional moving company to guide you through the process. From pre-planning and packing to unpacking to settling in, a professional moving company can make all the difference in your move experience.  

Here are twelve reasons why hiring professional movers can make your life easier: 

1. You’ll Save Time 

You don’t move every day, but guess who does? Professional movers have the ins and outs of moving down to a science. They show up as a team, with the experience it takes to get you from one door to the next while sticking to a schedule. From the pre-move to settling-in, an experienced and professional moving company will make your move efficient, easy and even enjoyable.  

2. You’ll Feel Less Stressed  

Moving requires you to make countless decisions, not to mention the heavy physical and emotional toll it can take on you. By using a professional moving company, you’re less likely to experience hiccups during your move. When you hire professionals for your move, they already have a strategy in place, from the first box loaded to the last item placed in your new home. All you have to do is make it as easy as you can for them to do their job. Now isn’t that a lot less stressful?  

3. Your Back Will Thank You 

Lifting, loading and handling furniture can be tricky. Don’t chance straining your back or injuring yourself. Moving teams are efficient and have the skills it takes to move that oversized couch onto their van with ease. 

4. You’ll Have One Point of Contact 

No matter what type of DIY move you may be envisioning, coordinating the efforts of multiple people and service providers is bound to be a hassle. The majority of professional movers— United included—will assign you a personal move coordinator to walk you through every step of your move and answer any questions you may have along the way. They know a move backwards and forwards and they’re ready for everything in between.  

Having one point of contact from start to finish allows you to take a deep breath and concentrate on other tasks. You’ll also have the added support of a customer service team, so if there’s a bump or two along the way, they’ll be there to help solve the problem. 

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5. You’ll Be There for Your Family 

Remember, moving isn’t all about you. Whether it’s a significant other, a child or even your relatives, moving a household long distance is emotionally taxing for every family member. Having the support and experience of a professional moving team to help you navigate everything from start to finish affords you precious time with your family so you can enjoy the fun aspects of your upcoming move. Let the professionals handle the big stuff so you can focus on what’s important. 

6. You Can Focus on Your Job 

With so many things on a DIY move list, it can be hard to concentrate on day-to-day tasks, especially the job-related ones. If you’re relocating for a job or promotion, it’s not the best time to be at sixes and sevens. When you call on a professional moving company like United, they can walk you through the entire move journey and answer all your questions, freeing up valuable time for you to get your daily job duties accomplished. Are you planning a corporate relocation? Even more reason to hire a full-service mover—so you can jump right into your new role and hit the ground running. 

7. Pack Only If You Want to 

Wrapping and packing every item in your house is a time-consuming chore and you’ll most likely worry you haven’t done it properly. A professional moving company such as United offers full service packages that include packing and unpacking options and the crew will bring the necessary packing materials with them. Just focus on the things you feel like packing and let them take care of the rest. If you need help packing fragile or specialty items, be sure to ask your mover about any custom crating services they may offer. Also, by having professionals inventory your items you can be more confident they will all be accounted for.  

8. Enjoy Customized Services and Options 

Every move is different and it’s important to find moving services that meet your unique timeline and needs. Many professional moving companies offer customizable services to enhance your move experience. For example, United features a full menu of services that you can mix and match to meet your needs, timeline and budget. Do you have a specialty item you need moved? Do you need storage services or want trash and debris taken care of at both ends? United has these and other services to make your move easier than you ever imagined. 

9. Your Possessions Will Be in Good Hands 

All interstate moves require special authority to perform any part of a move from one state to another. If you are moving across state lines, it’s best to use a trusted, professional moving company that is fully licensed to provide interstate moving services. From operating the van liftgate to making sure you have dollies and furniture pads, moving has a lot of moving parts. When you choose to have a professional moving company serve you, they come prepared and equipped to load and transport all your belongings. You’ll also be less apt to wind up the victim of a scam mover.   

10. You Can Add Valuation Protection 

A well-reputed moving company will strive to protect you in the event of damage or loss to your items during the move. At United, every initial move quote includes our Full Value Protection coverage, calculated by multiplying the estimated weight of your shipment by $6 per pound, which is fully ten times the amount required by federal law. You can always increase the amount of your valuation as well. Our tip: Make sure you understand your options at the time you receive a moving quote.  

11. There’s Technology at Your Fingertips 

More and more, professional moving companies are leveraging technology such as virtual quote surveys to simplify the move process and maximize efficiency for their own needs and their customers’. One customer-facing example is the MyUnited Move Portal which features a clear and intuitive interface for all moving-related information and documentation. Need to sign your estimate? It’s also just a click away. 

12. You’ll Probably Save Money (or Break Even)  

Consider the cost of renting a truck, buying packing boxes, tape, bubble wrap and possibly damaging your belongings. When you add up all the tools and equipment to move and combine that with the value of your time (and the friends you may have bribed), hiring a professional moving company is probably more cost effective than you might think. They will likely offer competitively priced packages in addition to their other services (like packing and unpacking).  

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Why not let a professional moving company, like United Van Lines, take care of the heavy lifting? Get a moving quote from United Van Lines today.          

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