Knowing the type of help you need will also make it easier to understand quotes from Las Vegas movers and make accurate comparisons between the quotes you receive. Consider everything from start to finish – packing and loading services, handling large items, assembling/disassembling furniture, storage, in-town move vs. long-distance move, etc.
What Should You Compare First?
- Beware of too-good-to-be-true prices: Getting the lowest-priced Las Vegas moving quote isn’t necessarily in your best interest. Make sure quotes you’re comparing are apples to apples and that the lowest-priced bid isn’t missing key services you’ll need (i.e. one company quotes just basic transportation services, while a higher-priced quote may include all packing materials and services). It’s a good idea to keep a written inventory to ensure all companies understand what they’ll be moving. Also, remember, blankets and mattress covers should come as standard from any Las Vegas moving company you hire.
- Ask for details on extra charges: Your pre-move quote will be based on factors such as: hourly rates, time required to complete the move, fuel surcharges, cost of packing materials, special fees for large/bulky items, etc. Other potential fees might apply if your move requires a long walk from the truck, navigating stairs or other factors that can increase time to complete your move.
Communication and Reputation Matter
- Gauge the communication factor: From your first interactions with potential Las Vegas movers, does it seem easy to get in touch with them? Can they provide a written overview of services? Can you easily discuss your questions or inventory? Is there flexibility around timing? Scheduling may need to be completed around work and/or school schedules.
- Read online reviews (https://moz.com/learn/local/reviews is the page I keep coming back to) carefully: Look for common themes or trends in customer reviews. Do companies arrive on-time? How do they resolve issues with damaged items or extra charges? Reviews are helpful, but there will always be a disgruntled customer with a valid or not-so-valid reason for being unhappy. Look for trends and themes.
- Give movers as much advance warning of potential problems: Let your Las Vegas moving company know ahead of time if there will be any challenges accessing your current or future residence. Living in a third-floor walk-up? Gated community? Reserved move-in elevator? Safes, pianos or other heavy items? Know if building keys will be ready on-time for the movers or if there will be a delay. Discussing challenges ahead of time helps the most trusted movers in Las Vegas budget adequate time for the move.
Heat and Building Logistics
- Factor in Las Vegas heat: Moving on a hot desert day can be rough on people and items that do best when kept cool. Schedule a morning move in warmer months and make sure plenty of water is available.
- Research any move-in/move-out rules: Many apartment communities in the Las Vegas area require advance scheduling, have set moving hours and may even require the elevator be reserved ahead of time by you or the moving company. Some even require tenants provide a certificate of insurance from the moving company ahead of time. If you’re leaving an apartment, you’ll probably need to schedule a walk-through/inspection upon move-out – try to time this in a way that doesn’t conflict with movers waiting to load your truck or cleaners coming in right after your Las Vegas movers have unloaded.
Protect Essentials and Valuables
- Protect your most important and irreplaceable items: It never feels great to see your stuff being tossed around a moving truck, so take heart in knowing that valuables will always be safer in your own hands. Pack a box (or two) with irreplaceable items you’re nervous entrusting to Las Vegas movers – important paperwork, sentimental or pricey items, family photos, etc.
- Muscle Movers
- 2410 N Decatur Blvd #115, Las Vegas, NV 89108
- 702-445-7873
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- Pack an overnight/essentials box: If you’re planning on minimal prep upon unloading at your new place, consider packing a “first night” box with chargers, medications, basic tools, important paperwork, clothes, toiletries, pet supplies, etc. that you’ll likely need that first evening. Unpack this box as soon as you arrive at your new home.
Confirm parking/loading availability: In some parts of Las Vegas, such as downtown neighborhoods and high-rises, parking for a moving truck can be difficult. If you can, reserve a loading zone ahead of time, ask about any neighborhood/HOA parking restrictions, and find out if they need a permit or a parking space near the building.
Final-Day Checks Prevent Oversights
- Prep as much as possible the day before the move: This might mean separating anything not being moved, clearing hallways, taking photos of pricey furniture/appliances for reference, etc.
- Do a final sweep just before your movers leave: Cabinets, closets, bathrooms, garage, patio, back storage areas… it’s easy to overlook things when it all feels a bit crazy. Take one last lap of each room before you head out the door with your Las Vegas movers to ensure you didn’t leave anything important behind!
Meg is an author at Cinnamon Hollow. She writes on a variety of topics sharing tips and ideas for daily life.
