Why DIY Packing is Not Cheaper
Why DIY Packing is Not Cheaper
Moving is always considered to be a rather complicated and costly process. If you are hiring a moving company, their job is to make sure that all your belongings are packaged, delivered and unloaded safely at your new home. However, each step of the process will cost you. Some homeowners often take packing upon themselves as an attempt to save money. But is it really a good idea? The answer is simple, no. We will go through why DIY packing is not cheaper.
Most relocation experts are professionals at what they do and charge a reasonable price for their services. When it comes to packing up a house, you will find several different types of items. There will be everyday items such as cutlery and clothing along with fragile items such as plates, decorative items and certain pieces of furniture. Additionally, any home is bound to have at least a few large and odd shaped items that will make packing complicated unless approached by a professional.
If you are planning on packing your everyday items, you will have to mark the boxes with the “PBO”, Packed By Owner label. While regular items won’t be damaged on the move, fragile or other special items are at risk of damage during packing and the move. Liability is an important issue when it comes to valuable. If you have marked a particularly valuable yet fragile item as PBO, the movers are not liable to take responsibility in the event of loss or damage. If something were to happen, you will have to bear the full loss and any expenses for repairs. Another reason, why DIY packing is not cheaper.
When it comes to large, heavy and tricky items, West Palm Beach moving companies always recommend that you let the professionals handle the packing. Not only do they have the specialized expertise and equipment but they will also have full responsibility of the item once they are assigned with the packing.
The ideal approach that is approved by many movers is to pack a few items yourself. Your belongings such as clothes and anything that won’t easily break or isn’t particularly valuable can be easily packed without much hassle. As for expensive, large, odd shaped or difficult to extract items, it is best to let the movers handle them to save time and money. DIY packing is great for a few personal items but for anything that will need professional repairs or expensive replacements in the event of damage is never recommended as a move to save money. Let the professionals handle it and you can concentrate on enjoying your new home while everything gets safely transported.
The Official Mover of Steinway & Son
1320 53rd St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Author: Kathy Long