A move is a process that creates a lot of stress, especially if you wait until the last minute to choose the company that will handle it.
The most important thing is to know the basics you need to consider to make the task a success.
The first is to plan the move, which lets you look for a responsible removals company that offers the necessary safety guarantees and holds the right permits to do the job.
It’s also wise to ask for the quote in writing rather than verbally, which avoids future problems and misunderstandings.
On top of that, ask about the packing service. Doing part of the process yourself can be cheaper, such as wrapping boxes, furniture, equipment or tools. That said, many companies take care of this task for you.
A minimum of 30 days before the planned moving date is the recommended time to hire the company that will carry out the move.
Ask them to certify the service, with the guarantee of insurance for your furniture, goods, documents and IT equipment, both inside and outside the country.
Office or Laboratory Moves
If the move involves relocating the contents of an office or laboratory, it’s essential to look for a company that specialises in this specific type of move.
It should have technical staff who understand the special requirements of these moves, people you can trust to transport and assemble furniture, documents and IT equipment, backed by quality certificates.
For documents, the service should include classified packing and unpacking, and ideally offer certified document destruction.
For IT equipment, the move requires suitable materials to pack all devices, both computing and telecommunications gear.
As for furniture, disassembly, packing and assembly are handled by specialists, who usually also offer to dispose of any furniture you no longer need.
Another possible scenario is that the handover of your old property doesn’t line up with the keys to the new one. In that case you’ll need a storage service.
Specialised companies provide it with temperature and humidity control; you can also hire it with the highest level of security and for as long as you need.
If the move involves a laboratory, the company must have professionals with the technical expertise required for such a specific job.
It should also have specialised equipment to move precision machinery, with subsequent quality checks, and to transport samples while keeping the cold chain intact or carrying them in freezer units.
International Moves
This type of move calls for disassembly and assembly anywhere in the world, with full safety guarantees for all your belongings.
It requires the safe transport of furniture, paintings and items as delicate as glassware and dinnerware, and even vehicles, with civil liability insurance covering both staff and clients.
This highly specific type of move is possible thanks to agreements with sea and air freight operators. If the move is by road, the company offers vehicles that adapt to any volume requirement.
When shipping by air or sea, the usual approach is to rely on agreements with operators that guarantee coverage and delivery of your belongings to any city in the world, safely.
In short, there are many factors to weigh when you need the services of a removals company. The right company to hire will depend on your specific needs.
At Mudanzas Trallero we advise you and prepare a no-obligation quote. Get in touch and make your move with every guarantee.
