Why Hire Professional Movers for Your Upcoming Move

School is back in session and soon, cool weather will be returning to the Twin Cities. This cooler weather and beginning of the school season makes this time of year a popular time for moving. With so much going on, moving can become quite stressful. For one, there’s the need to coordinate schedules. Then you have to pack, notify friends and family as well as find the moving help you need. As tempting as it may seem to try get friends and family to help you move, there are actually many reasons to hire the professionals. Here at 1st Choice Movers, we are professional movers serving Minneapolis and all of Minnesota and are here to tell you more about why you should hire the professionals for your upcoming move.

Moving during the peak moving season isn’t a walk in the park by any means. Professional movers like those at 1st Choice Movers know the safest ways to move in all kinds of weather from hot to cold and everything in between. And, we take all of the precautions necessary to ensure a safe and secure move. You can’t always say the same for friends.

Moving and packing is labor-intensive and it isn’t always something friends and relatives can manage. If you have a considerable inventory to transport and some of it is valuable or irreplaceable, think twice. Professional movers can save you a lot of stress and you might be surprised how affordable professional movers can be.

It is also important to remember that the temperatures inside a moving truck can get pretty high. Our professional movers can assist you in the packing process as well to help you pack appropriately for the weather.

Renting a moving truck or borrowing a friend’s pickup may come at a lower price tag but the added stress and exertion must also be considered. All of our movers are friendly, professional and experienced. They are put through extensive training before they conduct any moves, giving you peace of mind during this stressful time.

Give your friends and family the day off and hire the professionals! Our professional movers can take care of all of the heavy lifting for a safer, smoother moving experience this summer.

To learn more about professional movers serving Minneapolis and the entire state of Minnesota, call 1st Choice Movers at 763-559-5934, or you can contact us to set up your Free Estimate.

How to Make Your Moving Season Move Stress-Free

Moving season is here! Spring and summer are the most popular times of year for both home buying and moving. Are planning on buying or moving anytime soon? If so, the experts in residential moving for Minneapolis are here to offer some helpful tips to help prepare for your upcoming move.

If you haven’t begun planning yet; don’t waist any more time! Start planning your upcoming move today. Start getting estimates from your local residential moving companies and get your move on their schedule right away. After all, the increased demand for dependable moving services – including professional movers, and self-storage facilities – can cause gridlock and pose challenges if not scheduled far ahead of time. Waiting until the last minute limits your options and may mean that you won’t be able to hire a reputable mover on the date you choose.

It can also help to set a budget and stick to it. In addition to the cost of hiring a residential moving company, budget for other, lesser expenses such as boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, storage services, gas—anything cost that may arise related to your move. Keep a notebook or digital file or even just a list on your phone help ensure proper organization for moving day. You should also stow away important paperwork, business cards and notes. Staying organized keeps all that you need in one place, ridding your of worry that and the potential for panic.

And, remember to be flexible! Most people prefer moving at the beginning or end of the month, as most rent and mortgage payments are due on the first. But if you can move in the middle of the month, you have a much better chance of landing the mover you want. And, at 1st Choice Movers, we even offer mid-month discounts! A couple of days before the move, you should consider heading over the new place to do any prep work that is needed. Clean, put some food and drink in the house and get any advance work out of the way to ease the burden of the big day.

These are just a few of the ways you can prepare for your peak season move! For additional information on our residential moving company in Minneapolis, call us at 1st Choice Movers at 763-559-5934 or you can contact us and get a Free Estimate.