Long Distance Moving Takes Organization

When school lets out, the season rolls around for the contemplation of long distance moving. Travelling far away in order to set up a new home can be a huge adventure or a major headache. A bit of organization and planning can alleviate the possibility of pain. Here are some steps to get the moving ball rolling:

- Time to go through the furniture and miscellaneous in order to throw away or donate what is not necessary. No sense moving belongings that would not be needed in the next locale. If you are moving from Hawaii to Alaska, it is a good idea to leave the surf boards behind. Also, the storage shed or garage full of junk that has not been touched in decades does not need to be hauled to the new home. Purge and clean out.

- Get referrals and collect names of reputable moving companies that are experienced with transporting goods over long distances. Once you have accumulated a few names of those that seem like good options, set up appointments for each of them to give estimates.

- Once the bids have been gathered, go over each with a fine toothed comb in order to see what is included and what is not. Decide what is important to you and be certain that those services are on the “included” portion of the list.

- Check out the company references and their license, insurance and bonding specifics. You want to make sure the business is covered in case of any accidents. It is also wise to ascertain that there are not complaints lodged against the company with the Better Business Bureau. Do your homework and you will be glad you did.

- School records must be forwarded to the new location. You will need to sign paperwork in order to have your children permanent records transferred to the school in your new town. It is easier to do this before you move rather than trying to make the arrangements from the other end.

- Notify your doctors and dentists of your impending move, as well. You may not know who you will use on the other end, but notifying the locals that you will be taking off will allow your records to be ready for transfer.

- Put a change-of-address in with the local postal service as well as with all of your magazine subscriptions, newspapers and creditors.

- Make an appointment with the local vet to make certain that your pet records are up to date. Get any immunizations for them that are necessary and talk to the veterinarian about the best ways to move your pet. Moving can be stressful for animals.

- Once you have done all of the above, it is time to start packing. Get ready to embark on the journey of your long distance move.