Why Professional Home Packers and Movers Are Efficient

Apple founder Steve Jobs was known for the phrase “one more thing to learn.” He encouraged others to learn continually, especially from those who have mastered what you’re learning. 

After all, there’s a reason professionals tend to do things faster, better and more efficiently than the rest of us. They have experience and have seen what to do, as well as what not to do. We can all learn a little from looking to the pros. In honor of this, let’s take a look at a few techniques from professional home packers and movers.

Professional Packing Techniques

First, let’s look at packing techniques. One of the biggest reasons professional movers avoid the risks and damage typically associated with DIY moves is because they pack properly and securely with transportation and the destination in mind. Here are a few ways professionals are efficient with packing:

• They pick the right-sized, and quantity of, boxes from the start to avoid extra trips to buy more.
• They put heavier items toward the bottom of boxes to avoid rearranging and damage.
• They label all boxes ahead of time to quickly organize and unpack at the destination.
• They pack items by room and keep them together to avoid confusion and inefficiency.
• They use high-quality packing supplies to prevent boxes and tape from breaking.

Professional Moving Techniques

Similarly, professional movers have some excellent efficiency techniques when it comes to other areas of the move. Here are a few general ways professionals are efficient with moving:

• They communicate clearly to avoid confusion and prevent rework.
• They plan in advance and account for delays or potential issues during the move.
• They set aside important and/or valuable items for the owner to transport.
• They invest in proper equipment to do the job quickly and professionally.
• They use trucks with loading ramps and other moving-friendly features.

Hiring Pro Movers vs. DIY Moves

Learning these techniques and putting them into practice takes time, so when it comes to deciding whether to hire professional movers and packers or do it yourself, you have to weigh the costs. Do you want to invest the time, money, effort and potential frustration of a do-it-yourself move, or do you want to spend a little more for peace of mind during an already stressful season? Either way, the best professional moving companies will give you a free quote for your moving project to let you weigh your options. 

If you’re interested in hiring a professional team of movers to help with transporting, packing, unpacking, loading and/or unloading belongings, contact IMS Relocation for a no-obligation quote today.