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Is it Better to Hire Movers or Move Yourself?

by Western Moving
November 9, 2020
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If you’re gearing up for your next move, you might be wondering… is it better to hire a mover or move by myself?

Both approaches have their benefits and drawbacks. In this post, we’ll take a look at the benefits of each and provide some examples of when you might want to consider hiring a mover.

Let’s get started!

Benefits Of Hiring a Mover

1. Keeps You on Schedule 

One of the most overlooked benefits of hiring a moving company is that it forces you to stay on schedule. When you’re shouldering all of the responsibility for your move, it’s easy to fall behind. After all, life happens. You have your job, family, and a number of other important responsibilities to keep in mind. These things can cause you to fall behind, adding to your stress levels as moving day approaches.

Outsourcing your relocation to a mover ensures that everything will be ready to go when the day finally arrives.

2. Professional Expertise

A reputable moving company will have experience helping hundreds – if not thousands – of people with their move. This experience will have helped them develop efficient systems that ensure all of your belongings arrive at your new home on time, and in one piece.

For example, they’ll know which items require extra care and how to deal with them. They’ll also understand how to properly package delicate items so that they don’t get broken.

3. They Do the Work for You

The best part of hiring a professional moving company to assist you with your move is that they do all of the work for you. No need to spend countless hours lugging that heavy couch up from your basement. Or figuring out a way to maneuver your dining room table around a tight corner.

Benefits of Moving Yourself

On the flip side, there are a few reasons you might want to consider doing your move yourself.

1. Total Control 

If you see yourself as someone who likes to have complete control of the process, moving your own possessions will allow you to do exactly that. You’ll know where everything is, at all times, and will be able to access your belongings whenever you want.

2. Cost savings

Moving companies can be expensive. If you have a really tight budget for your move, you might want to consider moving your own possessions. However, it’s important to realize that, in doing so, you’ll encounter other costs. The entire process will take more time, drawing you away from other activities (like your job) that earn you money.

Before making the final decision to move on your own, always consider the opportunity costs and whether or not it really will be worth it to shoulder the burden of your move on your own.

3. Set your own schedule

Finally, moving your own possessions to your new home allows you a certain flexibility. If you already have possession of your new place, you can transport your belongings over a series of weeks when you have time, rather than in just a few days as a moving company might require.

So…

Should you Hire a Mover?

In the vast majority of cases, it’s better to hire a mover. Doing so saves you the stress of organizing the logistics on your own and ensures the job is done right. However, if you have the time and supplies to facilitate your own move, it might be an option to consider.

What is the Best Moving Company in Edmonton?

If you’re looking for the best moving company in Edmonton, look no further than Western Moving. We can help you prepare, pack, and transport your belongings to your new home. Contact us today to learn more.

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