The Risks of Relocating Without The Help of A Removal Company
You probably had
the idea of relocating all by yourself, without any professional help,
especially if you’re moving locally or to a nearby city. Most people choose to
take up the complete responsibility of their relocation in order to save money
and avoid the hassle of having to find a good and reliable removals company.
After all, why pay a removal company for
something that you can easily manage yourself, you might wonder.
However, chances
are that on the day of relocation, things don’t turn out as you had anticipated
and this can be a tricky situation to deal with. Not to mention, wasting of
precious time that you could have put to better use. Here are the key risks
involved when you decide to carry out house
removals by yourself.
1] Damage to Goods
Almost every
relocation process involves moving large furniture, heavy home appliances such
as refrigerators, and delicate items that call for special care while handling.
Professionals have years of experience in packing and moving such items with
care and they will ensure your heavy and expensive household goods are safe
from damage. What’s more, good relocation companies offer insurance cover for
all your stuff, which means if there’s any damage, you're compensated.
2] Escalating Costs
If it is the high cost
of hiring a professional removal the
reason you’re considering to relocate yourself, think again! Self-moving is not
always a cheaper alternative as it is widely believed. Just take into account
the “hidden” costs of hiring a vehicle and moving equipment, packing materials, shipping charges for overseas
removals, fuel costs, etc. and you’ll realise that relocating by yourself
can be expensive. Add that to the fact that you might not be covered by
insurance, and it can be turn out to be ridiculously expensive.
3] Wasted Time
This
might not appear to be a huge risk but
when you are relocating and have to work within a timeframe, losing time can
totally wreck your plans. If you are relocating yourself, one wrong decision or
miscalculation can lead to hours or even days wasted. After all, arranging for
a vehicle, packing all the stuff, loading onto the vehicle, can all take more
time than expected.
4] Damage Caused to Property
People who move by
themselves can realise too late that mishandling of heavy household items can
cause damage to property. Broken tiles, damaged banisters, cracked floorboards
and scratched walls are pretty common. Damage caused to property can cost you
dearly and it takes time to repair every dent.
5] Personal Injury
Last but not the
least, relocating by yourself can cause personal injury from moving around
heavy furniture from place to place. So, before you decide to pack and move all
on your own, it is recommended that you take into consideration whether you’ll
be able to handle it all, with no professional help. If you really have to,
ensure you follow the basic safety steps.
North Devon Removals
If you’re
relocating in Devon, you’ll be glad to know that Rose Removals can help you
avoid the risks mentioned above. Using quality packing materials and an experienced team, we can pack your
possessions safely before either transporting them to your new property or
securing them at our storage
facility. Plus, thanks to being centrally located at The Station Business Park,
Lapford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 6AE, we can reach any Devon home quickly. Call us today
on 0800 655 6020 to learn more how
Rose Removals can help you move!
