How to Make Your Move Easy for You AND Your Long-Distance Movers
Priestley & Sons has been in business since 1929. With nearly 100 years of experience, our residential and long-distance movers have learned a thing or two about what it means to accomplish a long-distance move with as few hiccups as possible. If you are planning to hire long-distance movers for your upcoming move, this article is for you.
In this article, you’ll learn:
- 5 insanely helpful tips that will guarantee a smooth move
- How to organize and plan for long-distance movers
- Etiquette regarding tipping long-distance movers
- How to work with our team at Priestley for your move
In addition to long-distance movers, we also have residential movers on staff that assist local clients with city moves in the greater metropolitan area. Our team also works with small businesses and commercial building owners for office moving services and storage assistance.
No matter what kind of move you are facing, we are here to help. Contact our long-distance movers in Gresham now at: (503) 661-7920
5 Tips to Assist Long-Distance Movers
Many of these tips apply to the collaborative efforts you will need to engage in — particularly with your long-distance movers. As you prepare for your upcoming move, it is important to understand that even the smallest efforts can make a big difference. Don’t hesitate to go the extra mile (pun intended) so you can rest easy during this new transition. Read on and follow the tips listed below, and you are sure to help your long-distance movers and your family enjoy the journey to your new home.
1 – Pack a “Go-Bag” with Essentials
Depending on where your new location is or how far you will have to travel, the first thing you will want to pack is a travel bag. This should include daily essentials like medications, hygiene products, clothes, pajamas, shoes, etc. You might consider packing a suitcase as if you were going on vacation. That way, you have everything you need to survive the initial stages of your move. A go-bag will prevent the stress of a frantic search for something you left packed up in a box in the back of the moving truck. Keep the essentials you need on hand and you will save yourself a lot of stress.
You might also consider keeping personal documents, extra cash, expensive jewelry, and other valuable items with you in your own vehicle, rather than the moving truck. This eliminates the possibility of these items becoming lost or damaged.
2 – Get Insurance for Valuable Items
Make sure you have insurance coverage on your most valuable items. While your long-distance movers may be able to cover certain damages, their policy may only cover a certain percent or dollar amount. It is best to go through your own insurance and cover your valuables beforehand.
A great precaution you can take to avoid damages at all is to pack up your belongings properly. Invest in high-quality moving boxes and carefully wrap glassware and other fragile items so they survive their journey intact. Your long-distance movers should be able to help you with packing if you so choose, but you can proactively protect the items that mean the most to you for the added peace of mind.
You can also take photos of all of your valuables and their conditions before the move. That way, you can resolve any accidental damages with your insurance or the moving company with proof.
3 – Protect Your Mattresses
Make sure to cover your mattresses with protective coverings. You will want to keep your mattresses free of dust, dirt, bugs, and other pests during transport. A protective covering will also prevent sweat and dirt from getting on your mattresses as multiple people handle and move them.
4 – Be as Organized as Possible
Organization is crucial for any move, especially if you are traveling long distances. Movers (and family members) will appreciate some forethought and preplanning. If you are diligent about marking boxes and packing similar items into one box, you are guaranteed to have an easier time when it is time to unpack. Use a sharpie to mark the outside of your moving boxes, so the contents inside are clear to both you and your long-distance movers.
5 – Take Your New Location into Consideration
Be sure to consider your new move-in location. Are there narrow streets or limited driveway space? Will you need to notify neighbors if you need to take up extra street parking for moving trucks? These are all questions you will want to workout beforehand.
Long-Distance Movers | Gresham, Oregon & More
Finding and working with the right team of long-distance movers in Gresham is easy. With Priestley & Sons as your preferred long-distance movers, you can rest easy from start to finish. We help with everything from storage, packing, and loading to moving and unloading at your final destination.
We operate on principles of respect, integrity, and care. Your belongings are in good hands with our long-distance movers. Gresham residents and those elsewhere in the metro area will be the first to tell you how much they appreciate our services. But don’t take our word for it — below is a review we received from one of our most recent clients:
Cam and Ben were great! I had some really big pieces and they had to take them down some turning stairs. They are truly professional. As for Covid protection, they wore their masks consistently and socially distanced. Would definitely recommend Priestly and Sons. Thanks Ben and Cam!
-Melissa P’s 5 Star Google Review
Are you ready to schedule with our long-distance movers? Gresham residents and others elsewhere in the area can get ahold of us at: (503) 661-7920
You will LOVE working with Priestley & Sons! We are standing by and waiting to hear from you.
