What to Do Before the Moving Truck Arrives

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

Having a couple of hours to yourself on moving day can appear calming, exhausting, fascinating, or uncertain. Every person reacts diversely, however you don't need to merely sit on your hands waiting for the moving truck to arrive. Alternatively, it is possible to review a helpful checklist that will make certain you actually are bowing out with each and every duck in a row. Here are 5 great things to complete when watching for the professional movers in Austin to arrive.

1. Final Cabinet Check

Take a final walk through your house and execute a ultimate verification of each and every area, closet, cabinet, and upper shelf. Ensure you're not forgetting something or leaving a carton in a closed bedroom where the movers might not locate it. It could be beneficial to have one last half-full box open to get the odd glove, necklace, or bathroom towel that you may scrounge up within the distant reaches of the cabinets on the concluding check.

This is the perfect time to also get a glance at every bathroom. Make sure there is TP, a hand towel, and hand soap in every one. This is not just useful for you and the movers on moving day, it is equally a courteous method to leave a home.

2. Clear Area for the Movers

Then, think about where the moving truck is going to park. You want a long spot, almost certainly curbside, with the back (or side) of the truck aiming in the direction of your house however that's feasible, if you reside in a parking-space restricted area, you might need to schedule a row of single spaces for the moving truck on the big day.

Then contemplate where your professional movers will be stepping and prepare a sizable course to help them to safely stay with. You can set down boards if there is mud, although the majority of professional moving companies will place down floor runners to keep your floor coverings clean. It's also advisable to clear away all obstructions out of the way to speed up the move and get rid of falling dangers.

3. Look at the Fine Print

While waiting for the truck in Austin, take a moment to glance at your moving contract and docs. There are regularly fascinating specifics and insights into the moving industry just by browsing the docs that the moving company in Austin gave you.

The contract will likely list particular items that the movers cannot move, often legally. These include everything living including house plants, anything that might explode, or anything at all that can spoil in the truck. In case you have fish, household pets, unsafe materials, or plants then make plans to bring them together with you rather than relocating them inside the truck. And if you have any questions about what can and can't be on the moving truck, give your moving coordinator a call. They will be happy to reply to any queries you might have.

4. Fill the Refrigerator with Sodas and Water

Following that, set aside a second to fill your fridge with refreshments. Your refrigerator has already been emptied which suggests there will be plenty of room for cases of pop and water and possibly even light snacks for the crew. The bigger your move, the more valued refreshments will probably be. Specifically if you, like most, move in the warmer months. Providing light snacks for the moving crew is not imperative, although we guarantee you that it'll be well received and also appreciated.

5. Load up Your Vehicle

Lastly, ensure your personal vehicle is packed and all set to head out. Odds are, as soon as the professional movers have left and you have swept the residence one final time, you'll be exiting once and for all. The simplest way to be sure you do not forget anything at all is usually to do the comprehensive check beforehand. Take a look at fuel and oil levels. Look at your overnight bag and make certain any plants and household pets are ready to leave when it is time.

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When you have handled everything, waiting for the moving truck can feel like a sizeable stretch of bare time. But with this list, you should have your time proficiently filled to ensure the house is ready when the moving truck arrives. For further moving tips or to discuss your upcoming move, contact us today!