I need to shift apartment in Bangalore (within the city). What is a good packers and mover?

Question

Shifting from Richmond Town to Whitefield in Bangalore

Answer 1

log onto www.packersmoversbangalore.com

Answer 2

Here's a great article from Apartment Living on Apartments.com...  There's two websites in the article that you can visit to check on movers.  Also on Apartments.com, there's a moving center where you can go and get quotes from all different kinds of movers.

Should I Hire a Mover?

Moving is inevitable; whether or not to hire a mover is the question. If you have accumulated lots of stuff, you already know you have a big job ahead of you. Now it’s time to decide how you’re going to get all of it from Point A to Point B. The major considerations are: money, time, and willingness to let other people touch your stuff. You need to consider that other people will be handling your precious possessions and that you don’t have complete control. Read on for advice on how to survive the big day: moving day!

Consideration 1: Who’s packing all this stuff?

In most cases, the answer to this question is you and whoever else is moving with you. If you are really short on time or have extra money lying around, you might consider having professional movers do the packing for you. If the movers do all the packing, then they are liable for any damage to your belongings. If you do some or all of the packing, the mover can claim that a box was packed incorrectly if it falls or breaks. The benefit to packing yourself is that you will know where everything is when you start to unpack. One bit of advice is to keep a box of your most treasured items to the side for yourself. This can be your important financial documents, expensive jewelry or things that have deep meaning to you. A moving company accidentally took this kind of box during the first move of an Apartments.com staffer. She ended up spending the entire first night in her new place going through every single box looking for the one containing her father’s wedding band; luckily she found it. To avoid this panic, make sure that your “special box” is labeled clearly and is kept out of the pile of boxes that the movers will inevitably take.

Consideration 2: What’s it Gonna Cost me?

Local moves, which are any moves less than 100 miles within the same state, are billed by the hour. Intrastate moves (100 miles or more in the same state) and interstate moves (across states) are billed for a set rate that should always be determined prior to the move date. Collect rates from several movers using the phonebook or Internet. Do not accept rates online or over the phone. It is best to have the mover come to your home in person to give you an estimate and you should always get a copy in writing. Check the background of each mover you see with the Better Business Bureau or these consumer-advocacy sites www.movingscam.com and www.movingadvocateteam.com. These sites have a list of companies that have received numerous customer complaints. If this is a major move, try to get at least three estimates so that you have some options. Start this process a few months in advance of your move to get the best rates possible and secure the moving date you want.

Consideration 3: How Do I Secure a Mover?

Before signing the final estimate or contract for the move, make sure you have the following information on file:

The company full name

The company address, phone number and e-mail

USDOT (U.S. Department of Transportation) and MC (motor carrier) license numbers

Names and contact information for the company’s references (especially with large moves)

Check with your secretary of state to be sure the company is incorporated in your state. Also go www.safersys.org to make sure the company is licensed and insured.

Of course you’ll want to pick the company that has given you the lowest estimate and meets all the above requirements. However, be wary of any company whose estimate is way below the others. Confirm what is being included in the move and if extra fees are being tacked on for things like going up stairs. Read the fine print in the estimate and contract. Sadly, additional fees or restrictions to the estimate may be hidden in the fine print. Make sure you are completely aware of how much you’ll pay before signing the contract.

Consideration 4: What Should I Expect on Moving Day?

First, make sure you know the facts. In-state moves never allow binding estimates. In some states, it is legal for a mover to give an estimate and then decide during the move that the rate will increase. In this case, the items that the mover considers above the estimated rate to move must be left off the truck until the owner has agreed to the increase. The owner is often stuck accepting the increase because there is no way to move those additional items on such short notice. To avoid this issue, be sure to show a mover the inside of all closets and storage areas when they come to do an estimate. For moves between states, federal law requires any interstate mover to provide you with a guide called “Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move,” which is the official rule book of the interstate moving industry. Read it over and don’t be afraid to ask questions about anything you don’t understand.

On moving day make sure the movers have detailed directions to both your current location and the one that you will be moving to. Also make sure you have a phone number where you can reach the crew throughout the move. Arrive early at your new location (it is best to have a helper so that one person can be at each home) and make sure you are ready to direct the movers where to put your furniture and boxes. You will save yourself time if you already know how you want the furniture positioned; the movers can place it for you and your new home will already look somewhat orderly by the time they leave.

The best part about hiring movers is that before you know it, you’re in your new home and you can start unpacking. If you choose to have your belongings packed, you can also choose to have them unpacked professionally. This option may be good for those who need to immediately start a new job or school. On the other hand, there’s nothing wrong with unpacking one box at a time and enjoying your new home. Good luck!