It is a big step for youngsters when they start college or university. To begin with it is likely to be the first time you have to make responsible decisions. Leaving home is a big step and exciting as a new life awaits you. For students there will be a lot to arrange, and look into, not just what you will be studying but somewhere to live. You will want a certain amount of belongings with you but they probably won’t amount to a huge load. Before you arrange a removal service check how much space you have for your possessions. If you are sharing rooms there may not be much space and you may only need essentials. On the other hand if you are renting accommodation in a house there may be more room for your possessions. If you are lucky you may know a family member or friend that can lend you a moving van or an estate car to move your personnel belongings. If not you will have to decide on a removal service to suit your needs and budget.
Weigh up what you want to take with you. Then from there calculate a budget of how much you can afford. There are plenty of removal services to suit all requirements. For instance there is the man and van option where you get a driver to help with the safe loading and securing of your possessions as well as transporting it to your new address. The driver will help unload too. If you need some assistance with a driver then this is ideal. This service is a combined package where you get a large vehicle and a driver/ loader and can be a helpful service. Hiring a moving van is another good choice for lesser loads but the difference is you have to load it and find a skilled driver. Finally, some removal companies have special student moving rates. Though it is likely you will not need a huge lorry for your belongings there is the opportunity to share a load with another customer.
These are common practices within larger moving companies and are a way of suiting the needs of clients who want a professional company to arrange a safe delivery.
When you have decided on the best removal to suit your needs, call for several quotes before you choose a company. Have the dates and amount you want moving at hand for quotes. For a fast response some companies have websites that will supply an online quote. Simply fill in the request form with your details and they will get back with an estimate. This can save a lot of time calling and waiting on the phone. Most companies will provide a quote, but when it comes down to making a date they will arrange a meeting to calculate the actual amount you want to move, and other details such as distance and when you want it doing. Have a date ready but try to be flexible; this can certainly help in hiring a removal company as they can have regular runs on certain days of the week. Or someone else may be moving to a similar area and there is space for your load.
Packing is a big job and doing it yourself will certainly save money. If you are hiring a moving company then just ask for advice on this, the customer service will explain and special demands. Usually you need to label clearly and state everything you have in your load on a list. Itemising what is in a box will likely be asked. This is to guarantee there is no loss and show proof of what is being moved.
