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Van Buren Movers is an Atlanta based moving company that has been in business for over 10 years. We have successfully moved families across the country and across towns. We provide you with Local Moving and Interstate Moving services and resources that will help make your relocation cost effective, efficient, and even pleasant. So whether you need to move local or long distance, your search stops here. You can depend on us for quality service that is like no other. We will be happy to handle your move.
Contact one of our representatives when you are ready to have professional movers give you peace of mind. We look forward to serving you.
What is Local Moving?
Moving within 50 miles of your current residence is normally considered a local move. Charges for local moving are usually based on an hourly rate. The hourly rates vary depending on the amount of labor necessary for a move. A one-bedroom apartment will require less labor than a four-bedroom house.
Proper packing is very important with any move. Your local mover can provide complete packing or partial packing service. The charges for packing are normally based on the number and type of cartons required to pack specific items in your home.
As local moving charges are based upon time, there are steps that you can take to reduce the time, thus cost, of your move. The single most important way to ensure an efficient move is to be organized! Save money and avoid stress by being prepared when the movers arrive on moving day.
Some other helpful tips:
- If possible, you may want to consider moving a few items yourself. It can be a good idea to move plants, pictures, and electronic items prior to your local move.
- Disconnect stereo equipment, computers, and other electronic items. Wrap and secure cords and wiring.
- If you are moving from, or to, an apartment make sure you reserve the elevator well in advance of your move. Ask the building management about moving restrictions (some apartments have limited time for moving).
- Have your large appliances serviced and disconnected. (Your mover can help you with this detail... ask them in advance!)
- Secure parking access for the moving truck. The closer the better.
- Prepare a plan of where your furniture will be placed in your new residence. Remember the old adage: “Time is Money!”
- If you are doing the packing be sure to have it done before the moving crew arrives. Mark each box with your name and the room where you want it placed. Cartons containing glassware, china, and other delicate items should be marked FRAGILE.
- Dresser drawers can usually be left full. Articles in desks and end tables should be packed. Ask your mover about their policy concerning leaving items in drawers.
- Make sure you tell your local mover about the access to your new residence. If the truck must be parked far from the residence it will impact the cost of your move.
STATE TO STATE MOVE
One of the few events that may be more stressful than a residential move is a corporate move. Most people are totally unfamiliar with how to prepare for a corporate move; thus the process can be quite daunting and stressful.
Plan
The key to any move is to plan. The major goal in a corporate move is to be as time-efficient and as cost-efficient as possible. To increase efficiency, have a complete knowledge of what your new corporate location will look like. Know the dimensions.
Create a floor plan. Map out exactly where the furniture and equipment will be placed and where your workers will be stationed. After you have created your map, place a copy of it at the entrance of your office and on every floor. It may seem to be a tedious task, especially if you're moving into a number of floors, high up above, but this will save you a considerable amount of time, money and headaches in the long run. Such organization will keep the workers happier and more productive if they are able to continue business as usual.
Communicate
Inform all parties- employees, landlords, and movers, of every detail of the relocation process. It is important that you don't keep them in the dark. Be sure to diplomatically notify your mover of where each piece of furniture needs to be placed. It may be a good idea to place color-coded labels on each piece that needs to be moved; the labels could serve as a sign as to where each object belongs. Labeling is a key part of moving offices that is often overlooked. Be sure to label all equipment and furniture that is being moved. The label should be placed prominently on the package and should immediately and easily inform the mover of exactly where the package is to be moved.
Contents
The contents of desks, bookcases, shelving units, and lateral systems should be removed and packed separately. The contents of pull drawer filing cabinets generally should not be emptied. They should remain in their location, but be kept secure with either a lock or strong tape.
Technology
As technology develops and changes at increasingly rapid rates, the process for moving certain devices become more intricate. Certain technological devices may require special attention. If you are renting your equipment, be sure to notify your supplier; failure to do so may result in a nullification of your rental agreement. Computers -- Disconnection and dismantling services may be required. Photocopiers - Empty all liquids remove extensions that may jut out and create difficulties. Vending Machines - Empty all items.
Waste disposal
In order to facilitate the move for all parties involved be sure to dispose of as much garbage as possible. If your company is fairly large, than you may need to receive permission from local authorities to place big waste containers on the site.
Elevator access
Inspect the new space beforehand and insure the elevators are fully functional, and that your movers will have access to all the floors that they need.
Intangibles
The most obvious things are also among the most overlooked. Here's a simple checklist:
- Have a set of spare keys available at your disposal.
- Obviously you'll need to get working right away, so be sure that your communication technology is ready to go- Internet connection, working phones and fax.
- Make sure you have working electricity, as it will be quite hard to work in the dark.
- Are the restrooms functional? Believe it or not, this is will be extremely important.
- Are there any outstanding obligations that you may have in regards to your old office space? Has everything been properly handled?
- Don't forget to change your company stationery. You'll need to revise them with your new address and phone number, available for employees and customers alike.
- What may be even more important is the communication between your business contacts and the post office. Make the necessary arrangements to avoid a pause in the contacts.
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