Frequently Asked
Questions:
- What forms of payment do you
accept?
We accept cash or local checks. Cash is required on
out-of-town moves (half when trucks are loaded, the rest when unloaded).
Payment is expected after the truck is unloaded.
- When is the busiest time of year for
movers?
Summertime is generally the busiest time of the year for
movers. in addition, the beginning and end of each month are traditionally
busier than mid-month, regardless of the season. We suggest contacting us 4-6
weeks in advance to schedule your estimate.
- Do you take beds apart?
We will take
all beds apart and remove any mirrors from dressers, unless other arrangements are made. Additionally, if you have any furniture that requires
disassembly (i.e. desks, wardrobes, etc.), we will take those apart. All these
items will be assembled at the new house to their original condition.
- What about water beds?
We will
disassemble water beds if they have been drained ahead of time and if prior arrangements are made.
- Do I need to pack mirrors, paintings, and
pictures?
All pictures and paintings need to be packed. Smaller
ones will usually fit in regular boxes; those larger than 2O by 2O inches
should be packed in picture boxes. We can provide these for you ahead of time.
We will wrap all dresser mirrors and any glass shelves or table tops you may
have on the day of the move.
- What about lamps?
Shades should be
removed from all lamps and packed in boxes. We will move floor lamps if the
shades are removed. Table lamps should be packed in boxes like any fragile
items. if the lamps won't fit in regular boxes we can provide special lamp
boxes at a minimal cost.
- Do I have to pack dresser
drawers?
Dresser drawers do not need to be emptied unless the
drawers do not come out; however, all fragile items within them must be
packed. We recommend that you DO pack drawers of end tables, desks, and night
stands. These sometimes contain loose items that can easily fall out during
the move. You should also pack the items in any furniture that has
doors.
- How do you protect the floors at the new
house?
We pad the entrance foyer and all areas where we will he
going in and out of the house. We pad all stair railings and remove any doors
deemed necessary. If the walkways are clear of all mud and debris. there is
never a problem with carpets. For insurance reasons, we CANNOT remove shoes.
It is your responsibility to make sure the walkway and driveway is clean on
moving day.
- What if my builder says he doesn't want the
moving truck on the driveway?
If we have to unload from the
street. there will be an additional charge. The length and slope of the
driveway will determine this cost.
- When should I empty the
refrigerator/freezer?
Refrigerators and freezers are usually some
of the last items to be loaded on the truck. The crew leader will notify you
at least 30 minutes before these are loaded. Pack food in coolers and small
boxes so they can be placed in the back of the truck and unloaded
first.
Got more questions? Contact:
movers.notshakers@yahoo.com
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