If you’re moving to a new house, you’re probably wondering how the heck you’re going to pack your stuff in the most efficient way possible. You’ll have a ton of plastic boxes, cardboard boxes and proper packing materials. But what about suitcases? They seem like a perfect way to make use of dead space in the moving truck. Just load them up with clothes, and away you go!

However, over the years there’s been some questions around whether movers will move your suitcases that are packed with stuff. It’s true that some moving companies have policies around moving suitcases and will refuse to move them. At New Zealand Movers, this isn’t how they roll. They’re happy to move your suitcases and understand that it’s an easy way for you to pack your stuff and transport a suitcase – killing two birds with one stone.

Let’s go through a few tips and pieces of etiquette to make moving your suitcases easier for both you and your moving company:

1. Don’t cram

Sometimes cramming is welcomed. Like when you were in high school and had your final exams, leaving all the study until the very last minute. When packing a suitcase, however, we want to avoid cramming. Cramming a suitcase full of stuff makes it more difficult to load into a truck and increases the risk of damage to your suitcase and the belongings inside of it. While a good mover will move your suitcases, they won’t appreciate it if it’s bursting at the seams.

2. Fill your suitcase with belongings that aren’t delicate

Another trick to keeping you and your mover happy when moving suitcases is to only fill it with items that aren’t delicate. This includes clothes, shoes, knick-knacks: anything that won’t break or smash during the move. Avoid things like laptops and glassware. Most suitcases are don’t have a super hard shell and instead use a thinner layer of material. If the suitcase was to move slightly in the moving truck and something put pressure on a delicate item inside it, let’s say a laptop, it could easily become damaged.

3. Make sure the suitcase is in good condition

There’s no point putting all your nice clothes in a suitcase that has holes in it, won’t zip properly or is completely falling apart. Imagine what would happen if it rained during the move and the rain ruined all your business shirts because your suitcase had a hole in it. A move is very demanding on a suitcase, so it’s important that if you’re going to use one, make sure it’s fit for the task.

A great moving company should always be willing to move your suitcases. If you follow these simple tips, you’ll have no fuss when asking your mover to move a suitcase. New Zealand Movers are happy to move suitcases of all sizes. When you need suitcases moved, contact the friendly team at NZ Movers to arrange a quote today.

Exercise is a big part of daily life. It keeps us looking good and, more importantly, makes us feel good… most of the time. Exercise equipment at home and home gyms have taken off over the last few years, due to how accessible and affordable home gym equipment has become. But if it’s time to move houses, your gym equipment – including your treadmill – might leave you with one big question: how on earth are you going to transport this thing?

Treadmills can be very tricky to move. They can be heavy, cumbersome and difficult to take apart, if the design even allows for dismantling. Luckily for you, the experts at New Zealand Movers are happy to put on their grown-up pants and give moving your treadmill a go. Here are a few instances where you’d need a professional mover to move a treadmill:

It’s old and heavy

While many treadmills on the market today are designed with transport in mind, many older models of treadmills are not easily moved. Not only are some models unable to be dismantled, but they’re most likely whopping in the weight department and very difficult to move. It may take a couple of professional movers to navigate these bad boys, especially if they’re in an awkward position – which brings us to our next point…

It’s old and heavy and located upstairs

So, not only is it freakin’ humongous; it’s located in your upstairs exercise room or downstairs in your basement. Good luck getting that to go anywhere. Stairs make most things difficult to manoeuvre – large boxes, tables, crates – let alone massive pieces of exercise equipment like treadmills. If your treadmill needs to go up or down a flight of stairs, don’t even think about moving it yourself. Call a team of professional movers immediately.

The disassembly is confusing

Some models of treadmills are designed to be dismantled and reassembled, so there’d be no reason to hire a professional to move one of these, right? Wrong. Treadmills can have complicated designs and you get a real insight into this when you go to dismantle one. A team of highly regarded movers, however, will be able to take care of this for you. Their entire job is based on figuring out how to take things apart, transport them and then put them together again.

Called a bazillion moving companies and they’ve refused to move a treadmill? Clearly, you haven’t called New Zealand Movers yet! New Zealand Movers can move just about anything, including your treadmill. They’ll get it up the stairs, down the stairs, out the door, into the truck and then into your new home without damaging the treadmill or leaving marks on the wall or floor. Give the guys at New Zealand Movers a call for the best treadmill (and other belongings) moving service.

Moving represents a new part of your life that’s just about to begin. This can be exciting and fun, but it can also mean a lot of pressure and therefore stress. Most people have a lot of stuff: more than what a few mates or family members can tackle in a day. There are a million good reasons to hire movers, but we can’t make this page too long… so today we’re going to stick with our top 4 reasons for hiring professional movers.

1. Less stress

Too much stress is proven to be very bad for us humans, and it’s no lie that moving can be a very stressful experience if you don’t do it right. Professional movers reduce your stress during the move, not just by a little bit, but by a lot. You don’t have to worry about whether your mates are going to show up on time, whether they were able to borrow a friend of a friend’s trailer or van, and whether they’d actually help you move boxes or just use your move as an excuse for a catch-up. Professional movers arrive and immediately set to work.

2. No heavy lifting

No heavy lifting is another reason why hiring movers could be the solution for you. There’s no price on safety and it must be said that lifting heavy boxes all day can take a toll on your personal health. If you’re not comfortable with lifting heavy items, it’s best not to attempt it. Lifting incorrectly is one of the main ways to sustain a back injury: something you want to avoid at all cost. Professional movers are trained in lifting techniques and have experience in moving items, no matter how heavy and cumbersome.

3. It’s faster

Why hire movers? Well, it’s definitely faster than doing it yourself. An expert team of movers might be able to move your stuff in one day, rather than 2 or 3 days if you were to do it yourself. This is because they have routines, methods and techniques to get the job done as efficiently as possible.

4. It may actually work out cheaper

Think about if you needed to take 3 days off of work just to move your stuff. Presumably, you’d have to take those days out of annual leave. You could have worked those days instead, earned money and then just paid a team of movers to move your stuff in 1 day. So, depending on your situation, hiring a team of movers could work out cheaper for you in the long run.

So, there are our top 4 reasons why you should hire movers. There are a bazillion others but, if you’re still not convinced, let’s save them for a phone call or chat in person. New Zealand Movers provide the best stress-free moving service, whether you’re moving across the street, across the island, or the globe. Contact New Zealand Movers to arrange a quote and to start your moving journey today.

In Hollywood movies, moving houses is always made to look so easy. The packers and movers arrive, they’ve got great big smiles on their faces, they take care of everything and then they scoot off, never to be seen again. While moving in real life can look like this, you’ve got to pick the right packers and movers in order for it to do so. In this post, we share our tips for deciding which packers and movers are good.

Reviews

A big part of determining which packers and movers are good lies in reading online reviews. One of the best things about the internet is that you can get a general feel for the quality of any business by looking them up online. Research different packing and moving companies. Do the reviews say they’re good? Do the reviews seem like they’re legitimate and not written by a bot or a paid reviewer? If so, then it’s generally a sign that the packers and movers are good.

Experience

Like all industries, experience goes a long way. It definitely counts when working out which packers and movers are good ones, as a more experienced team are more likely to do the job as efficiently and diligently as possible. Packing and moving are skills that take practise and, logically, the more experienced one is at something, the better they get at it. Of course, experience isn’t necessarily everything. A younger moving team could be more enthusiastic or motivated about the work, so it’s important to keep this in mind when choosing a good moving and packing service.

Business look

Anyone can put an ad up on the internet stating that they’re a packer or mover. But the chances are if their rates are a bit lower than an established business, you’re going to get a lower quality moving experience too. An established business with a professional look about it is more likely to produce a better team of packers and movers. This is because the word has got around that they’re great at what they do which has created lots of business for them, which means they’ve been able to grow into the company they are today.

Pricing

Another part of choosing a good packer and mover is in their prices. While we don’t encourage going with a Joe Blow off of Gumtree or Marketplace who undercuts the market only to provide a subpar moving experience, we don’t encourage getting ripped off either! Get a few different quotes for your packing and moving service and take them all into account before choosing one.

See? Deciding which packers and movers are good isn’t really rocket science… you just have to go with a company who ticks all the boxes. We can name one for you right now! New Zealand Movers. They’re a business with glowing reviews, years of experience, a highly regarded reputation and affordable pricing. Contact the team at NZ Movers today to arrange a quote for your move.

Deciding to go with a full service move, which is when movers pack for you, is a great idea if you want a smooth, timely moving experience. They bring the boxes and packing materials, carefully pack all of your belongings, load them into the truck, and get them to wherever they need to go. Easy as pie!

But what do you do in the lead up to when the movers arrive at your place to pack for you? There are a couple things should do beforehand when movers pack for you, but don’t worry – they’re super simple.

Get rid of stuff you don’t want before they arrive

The more stuff your movers pack, the more time it will take and therefore, the more money it will cost you. So, if your movers are packing stuff you don’t even want, you’re wasting unnecessary dollars. Doing a purge of unwanted belongs before your movers pack for you is an easy way to save time and money in the long run. This could include selling stuff on websites, or even giving it away to charity. For large items like appliances and furniture, some charity organisations will even come to your house to collect them for you: handy if you’re strapped for time during the move.

Pack your essentials

Some things you can’t go a single day without using, like your toothbrush, razorblade, Tamagotchi… Well, maybe you can live without the Tamagotchi, but you get the idea. Pack your essential belongings into a separate container before your movers pack for you, so that they don’t pack it into the moving truck. This will save you dealing with the headaches of buying a new toothbrush, deodorant can, shampoo bottle or Tamagotchi when your belongings are in the back of a truck, miles away from home.

Write a brief inventory list

A great way to maximise efficiency when you movers pack for you is to write a brief inventory list, showing what needs to be kept together and what needs to be kept apart. This doesn’t have to be a thesis: just a little guide of how you’d like your belongings packed. If you’re particular with how your stuff should be packed, then this will save your movers from repacking, and in turn save you time and money.

So, there are three easy things you can do when your movers are packing your belongings for you. Then, all you have to do is leave the rest up to a bunch of highly trained professionals like the ones at New Zealand Movers. The experts at NZ Movers have packed countless boxes of countless homes and have the skills to pack your belongings with diligence and ease. For a quote from the very best in moving and packing companies, contact the team at NZ Movers today.

It’s true: moving isn’t as simple as it seems. At first, you think that your move will entail simply throwing a sofa and a mattress into the back of a van and unloading it at your new place. Bob’s your uncle. Then you realise that every single one of your belongings needs to be packed. Then you also realise that every single one of your belongings needs to be unpacked too. Then you realise there’s not enough room at your new place to store all your belongings and you’ll need to keep them somewhere in the meantime.

There’s an answer to the accumulation of problems with moving – hiring a mover who packs, moves and stores. There are a ton of benefits of choosing a moving company who can do all three, even if you’re not initially planning on a storage service (the option comes in handy if you do end up needing it, trust us). Here are a few reasons why you should always choose a mover who packs and stores your stuff.

It’s cheaper than going through different companies

In most cases, it’s cheaper to go with the same company for packing and storing services as well as their moving service. Assuming your movers are a bunch of legends, they’ll keep you well-looked after if you go through them for all three services. Hiring different companies also means you’ll receive several bills rather than just one.

Your stuff is only handled by one company

When you hire a mover who packs and stores your stuff, everything is straightforward and streamlined. There’s no confusion when packing your stuff, loading your stuff and then unloading it at the storage depot. Your belongings are kept in the same hands, your service is recorded in the same logs and if anything isn’t quite to your liking (which won’t happen when you choose NZ Movers anyway) then it’s very easy to keep on top of it.

It’s so easy

Hiring a mover who packs and stores isn’t just cheaper: it’s easier too! Think about it: you can arrange a packing service, moving service and a storage unit with just one phone call, rather than two or three. The convenience of this is unbeatable.

So, the answer is pretty simple: movers who pack and store are the bomb. if they’re a top-notch team of movers like NZ Movers, they will always be able to pack your stuff if you’re unable to and store it if you can’t fit all your belongings into your new home. Contact the experts at NZ Movers today to arrange a quote for your packing, moving and storing needs!

Maybe you’ve never moved homes before or never hired professional movers to do the job for you. If that’s the case, first of all: congrats and welcome to the party! And second of all: you’ve probably got a few queries on your mind. How does it work? And what can I expect from a moving company if I’ve never hired one before? There are a few essential qualities to expect in your movers, so here are our 5 main things to look for when you hire a moving team.

1. Professionalism

The first thing you should expect from any business, including movers, is professionalism. This begins from the moment you call up the desk to ask for a quote and to make a booking. The staff should be friendly, helpful and accommodating. You’ve also got to expect professionalism from the movers themselves. They should be on time, organised, personable and should meet the deadlines.

2. Competence

Another essential quality to expect from a moving team is competence. They should know exactly how they’re going to tackle your move before arriving and put their plans into practice when they get to your place. A competent team of movers won’t drop your belongings, won’t scuff the floors or scratch the walls and your old house should look like nobody was ever there.

3. Efficiency

Efficiency is a part of being competent – another thing to expect when hiring movers. You don’t want your movers to arrive at your place, only to do things the long way. Keep in mind, you’re paying them by the hour! Efficient moving looks like making one trip instead of two, maximising productivity and doing this as ergonomically and logistically smart as possible.

4. Accurate quotes

Of course, a quote may not be 100% accurate all the time. But, realistically, you want your mover to give you a very close estimate and not slap you with a bill that has an extra zero which wasn’t given in the quote. Look through your moving company’s reviews online and see if anything has been mentioned about their pricing and the accuracy of their quotes. It’s a basic thing to expect from your mover.

5. Communication

Communication is key to the success of any operation, including moving houses. You should expect your movers to be good communicators who clearly explain how your move is going to work, but also listen to your needs. Good communication is a two-way street!

If you choose a mover with these 5 essential qualities, you can almost guarantee that your move will be *Borat voice* great success! New Zealand Movers possess all of these qualities and display them for each and every single move that they complete. NZ Movers have expert teams who meet all of your expectations when it comes to moving – whether you’ve moved 100 times before or whether it’s your first. Contact NZ Movers today to arrange your accurate quote and to begin the process of your move.

Movers: how much does it cost?

Hiring movers is one of the first steps of moving to a new place and beginning the exciting next chapter of your life. Most people have a fair bit of stuff and require movers to help them transport it all. Of course, one question is probably at the forefront of your mind: how much does it cost? Well, every move is different, and the cost will depend on a few different things. Let’s go through a few factors that contribute to how much it costs for movers.

What needs doing?

‘Moving’ can mean lots of things. It could mean hiring a mover with a truck to transport all your belongings and then leave them at your new house to unpack. Or it could mean a full-scale service including packing, loading, transporting and unpacking. The type of service you require is the first thing to work out when asking how much movers cost. The bigger the scale of the move, the more your moving company will charge.

How big is your home?

If you’ve got a five-bedroom home, chances are you’ll have more stuff than someone with a small unit. The more belongings you have, the more time it will take, the more it will cost to move. It could also require more workers and possibly more trucks to move you out of a big house than a small one.

How far do you have to go?

Distance is another key part of working out how much movers cost. If you’re moving to across the island, your move will cost more than if you’re moving across the street. The moving trucks will need to be driven further and you may need other methods of transport like ships. This will further increase the costs of moving.

How tricky is the move?

Another factor in determining how much movers cost is the difficulty of the move. Let’s say you’ve got a grand piano, and you want it on the top floor of a high-rise apartment. This can be done, but it isn’t exactly a piece of cake. A service like this will cost more than if you’ve just got a few belongings and you’re moving into a single-story home.

When are you doing it?

Booking in advance with your moving company will cost you less than a last-minute move. Emergency moves require your moving company to do some pretty hectic rescheduling, which will come at a cost. Another thing to look out for is booking on a weekday if your job allows for it, rather than a weekend or public holiday.

So, if you consider all of these things, you’ll have a better understanding of how much it costs to move. New Zealand Movers take all of these factors into account fairly and give you an affordable quote according to your situation. They listen to your needs and make your move as easy and stress-free as possible. To find out what your move will cost, get a quote from New Zealand Movers – the experts of moving you and your family.

You’ve got a heap of stuff to move from your old house to your new house. Most of it will fit in the new house, but if some of it won’t and you don’t want to get rid of it, then what the heck are you supposed to do with it? You could be the worst son or daughter in the world and ask to keep it at your folks’ place. That’s a free service, but you’ll have to pay the price of being nagged about your stuff every time you go to visit them. You could also be the worst friend in the world and ask a mate to store it at their place. That’s free too, although you can’t guarantee that their kids or pets won’t sneak into the spare room and go to town on your belongings.

So, if neither of those are good options, what else can you do? Thankfully, there is a way. Some movers (only the really top-notch ones like NZ Movers) offer a storage service for this exact scenario, keeping you, your parents and your friends happy. Here are a few reasons why it’s a good idea to choose a moving company who can store your stuff.

Cheaper than hiring two different companies

In most cases, it’s cheaper to go with the same company for both moving your stuff and storing it too. If your movers are absolute top blokes and blokettes, like they are at NZ Movers, they’ll be able to look after you if you enlist them for both moving and storage services. Hiring two different companies also means you’ll be slapped with two different bills rather than one at the end of your moving and storage journey.

There’s no changing of hands

Hiring the same company for movers and storage means that there’s no changing of hands when handling your stuff. Everything is straightforward, easy and streamlined. There’s no confusion about where the stuff has to go and when it has to arrive. Think about the annoying situation that would unfold if, on the off chance, something was misplaced during the move. You’d have to call two different companies, possibly multiple times to get down to the bottom of where your stuff went. With New Zealand Movers, you won’t have to worry about that happening.

It’s easier

Usually, if one option is cheaper, it’s not usually easier, right? Not in this case. It’s so much easier to let your moving company store your stuff if they offer a storage service. You only have to make one call to arrange both services, and then you’re set!

When asking whether or not movers can store your stuff, the answer is pretty simple: yes, if they’re a good moving company. A team of helpful professional movers like NZ Movers will always be able to store your stuff if you can’t fit all your belongings into your new home. Don’t ask your mates or your family – ask your other family at NZ Movers to help you out with storing your stuff. Contact the team today to arrange a quote!

Though it can be stressful, moving is an exciting and fast-paced time in our lives. It represents the closing of one chapter in our life and the opening of another. A new street, a new neighbourhood, new neighbours and maybe even a new country! But although it’s a rewarding experience, there’s one aspect of moving that everybody wishes they could just skip: packing. Packing is time-consuming and hard work. And sometimes, you just wish that someone could do it for you.

Well, you’re in luck. You might have wondered; can the movers pack your stuff up for you? We say they absolutely should. This is called a full service move and below we’ll take a look at the benefits of movers packing for you.

Efficiency

If you haven’t had much practice at something, then you probably won’t be much good at it. Unless you’re Nick Kyrgios and can maintain a top 20 position in professional tennis with just 15 minutes of practise a day. Look it up, it’s true. But most of us aren’t like that. We need lots of practice at things to get good at them. This is why professional packers can pack stuff with much more efficiency and aptitude than the rest of us. These guys practise their craft every day and have an almost instinctual knowledge of how to pack your stuff. While it may take you three days to pack all the bedrooms up, it may take a couple of professional packers only half a day.

Safety

Letting movers pack for you is a great idea if you’re concerned about the strenuous physical activity involved in packing your belongings. Bending down, squatting, lifting, pushing, pulling… these activities can lead to serious back injuries if not performed correctly. Throw in a pre-existing physical disability or medical condition, and you’re heading towards a disaster. In this case, your moving company should be at your rescue. They’re trained in all of the require manoeuvres and won’t get injured when they pack your stuff for you.

Packing materials

When your movers pack your belongings, they bring all the nice little extras. Large moving boxes, bubble wrap, packing paper, tape – all of that jazz. While it may be lots of effort to go out and get all this stuff yourself, for your moving company it’s all in one place! These materials help protect your stuff during the move, so if you have delicate items then getting your movers to pack for you is definitely worth it.

If your moving company is a highly regarded one, then yes: they should absolutely be able to pack for you. At NZ Movers, packing is a popular request from customers – one that is met with satisfaction each and every single time. If you’re after the most efficient professional packing service, NZ Movers are here to sort you out. Contact the team to arrange a quote today!