Moving to a new home can be an exciting experience, but the actual process of moving can be stressful. There is always a chance that some of your possessions could be damaged or lost, especially during a long-distance move. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to minimize the risk of losing track of your belongings. Here are some tips from an expert to help you keep track of all your possessions during your next long-distance move.
Get Several Quotes
Remember that it's always a good idea to get several quotes from moving companies to find the best price for your move.
When you call a moving company, ask them about their experience and the type of training they offer their movers.
Use Tracking Devices
Since tracking devices are small, inexpensive and capable of locating lost items within a radius of a few hundred feet, there's no reason not to use at least one when moving. The Cube Shadow is one of the smallest trackers available and has a rechargeable battery that is much more weather and water resistant than many of its competitors.
Contact the State Agency
If you've hired a moving company or a moving agent to make a move within the state, contact the state agency (or consumer protection department) that regulates moving companies in your area. You can also contact the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if you've hired a moving company for a state-to-state move and feel like you've been scammed.
Share Your Experience with MoveRescue
You can also share your terrible experience with MoveRescue (an organization sponsored by United Van Lines and Mayflower) that can provide legal advice and advice to customers who face hostage scams or other situations of moving fraud.
Pack Carefully
If you have an old dresser that isn't stable and is falling apart, it's best to take off some or all of your clothes before moving. Additionally, make sure to keep all documents related to the move itself, such as insurance documentation, medical records, financial documents, etc., in one place.
Delivery Time
If you are moving to a neighboring state, you can expect your belongings to be delivered between 1 and 7 days after the date of the move.
Although it depends entirely on the moving company you choose and the delivery time they offer you indicated in your contract, here are some examples of the time it can take for moving companies to deliver your merchandise. Following these helpful tips will help you keep track of all your possessions during a long-distance move and make it much easier to unpack in your new home. As long as you take the necessary precautions and plan ahead, you can rest assured that all your belongings will arrive safely at their destination.
