Often in the rush of moving, we forget paying attention to the "little things". When researching your moving options, you need plenty of time to get quotes for a variety of removalists. Although it doesn't seem like it, scheduling a day for a removalist is a very complex task. Often information that is provided by the customer is incomplete or inaccurate and a removalist can find themselves out of time, or under booked as the case may be.  

Good quality removalists have a reputation for booking out early and often they are just unavailable for the day you need, so in the panic of making sure you get someone, you can choose the wrong operator at the wrong price!!

The keys to saving you money are:

a) Start researching your options about 4 weeks out for a local move and 6-8 weeks out for an interstate move. This will give you enough time to research your options and still be able to book the date you want!

b) Establishing a relationship – often, by contacting the removalist of your choice early, you can develop a relationship that will be in your favour if there is a change in your circumstances. Often, they will allow you to be flexible and let you put in extra items you forgot to include in your quote because they've spent time speaking with you and helping you

c) Prepare all your information in advance. Removalists need information about the things you want to move and access around your homes in order to quote a fair and reasonable price. If you are running behind schedule and you don't provide full and accurate information, you might be left out of pocket on the day as extra charges start adding up!

d) Book early – save yourself disappointment – get the day you want at the price you want. By leaving it too late, operators know that you are desperate. Don’t be in a position where you will take any price just to get the job done, research well and get value for your money.

All in all – remember the Scouts motto "Be Prepared". By being organised and booking early, you will not only be able to research the best price, but there will be no surprises. The moving day will run exactly to plan and you'll be glad you invested a little extra time for peace of mind!