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MOVING HOME? TIPS & NEWS

News, tips and more relating to all things regarding moving and relocating.

The Benefit of Hindsight when Moving House

Whether you are doing your search for furniture removalists, home removalists, house relocation specialists etc., be honest with yourself:

1. Are you focusing on the quality and consistency of their genuine reviews?

2. Or is your area of concern purely about: “what will a removalist cost me”?

Your approach to the selection process will determine your outcome. Put simply, your expectations need to match your approach.

If your aim is to find the cheapest removalist near you, like with anything, you need to expect a compromise on the quality of, in this case, the services provided…

…on the other hand, if your primary area of focus is an honest home removalist business that go to great lengths to prove that they are proud of their approach to business; their Social Media is utilised to show an honest day on the job (not a curated artistic gallery that looks like a design-focused presentation, instead of a day on the job with our removalists business).

Every medium is utilised with our Removals & Storage potential customer in mind; your peace of mind. Our website is to inform you about all the services that we offer. Our marketing ensures that you find us easily as a solution for what you are looking for. Our regularly updated Social Media posts are there to help you familiarise yourself with our business. Our reviews provide you with our clients’ point of view about utilising Octagon as their removalists for this major event in their lives.

In point form, here are some tips about how to choose the right removalists for your relocation, into a new home:

  1. Do your research about the business’ reputation
    Check their online reviews on popular search engines with a strong reputation
  2. Credentials & Experience.
    Ask about their licenses and insurance
  3. Ask about how their services are priced
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    nderstand what is included and not

    – Ask about services like packing, unpacking and storage to see if they offer comprehensive packages that suit your needs
  4. Be wary of really cheap quotes
    Quote that seem too good to be true indicate  a less reputable company or hidden fees, according to Find a Mover and Classic Removals
  5. Communication & Logistics
    Good customer service and clear communication are crucial. A professional removalist should be responsive and easy to talk to
  6. Confirm their Availability
    Ensure that the company is available on your preferred moving date.

Tell yourself that if it any of the above is not in writing, it is not real.

Do your research according to your expectations. Set a realistic budget after having seeking a few genuine, written (emailed) quotes. Do not simply focus on the dollars. Compare the real-life presentation (Social Media is a great place to start) and reputation (reviews) of any business that you are considering to utilise and analyse how they measure up against each other. This is an important decision. The benefit of hindsight after hiring a local removalist for your relocation can be too late if you do not do your research.,

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