Getting Settled In Your New Home
This is the second part of our article on settling in after your move, so if you read the first part, you are ready for your long distance movers to arrive. Here are a few more tips you may find helpful.
Kids
While your movers are unloading everything on delivery day, you have a few options, depending on their age, for your children.
Newborns and Toddlers
It would make the day easier if you arrange to have your children out of the house, with friends or relatives. If this is not a possibility, hire a babysitter so you can focus on the delivery.
Over Five Years of Age
Children that are over five years old can be your little helpers on this crazy day. Get them involved and have them help with the unpacking. (Editor’s Note: Bubble wrap is a sure way to keep them occupied).
Pets
If you have any pets make sure they are not in the way of your movers. Put them in the backyard, or ask a friend or relative to watch your pet while your items are being delivered.
Approving the Delivery
You should try to be present on the day of delivery so you can instruct the movers, inspect your items, and approve the delivery. If you are unable to be there, have a friend of relative accept delivery and pay the charges. It’s important to inform your moving company who will be representing you. Whoever signs the inventory sheet is approving the receipt of all the listed items. If anything is lost or damaged, document the damage and report it to your moving company agent.
Time to Unpack
Many moving companies offer a standard unpacking service, but whether you choose to do the unpacking yourself or hire your movers to do that, you should try to keep all boxes and packing materials, as they will reduce the cost next time you move.
Handling The Payment
Payment must be made upon delivery in cash, money order or cashier's check, unless you paid in advance. Personal checks are usually not accepted. It is required by federal law to pay upon delivery for interstate moves. It is also common practice to tip the foreman 15% of the total.
Leo Nov is an editorial staff member of California New York Express. To learn more about
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