Wellington: it’s officially the ‘coolest little capital in the world’. With street art and hip cafes that are often compared with cultural hubs like Berlin and Melbourne, and family-friendly suburbs that have great schools and wide-open parks, Wellington is truly a city that has the best of both worlds. Renowned for clifftop houses with impeccable style, it’s a city that’s rich in architecture and landscape.

It comes as no surprise, then, that you’re thinking of moving to Wellington, or already live here and you’re moving within the city. Today, we’ll answer your questions about how much it costs to hire movers in New Zealand’s capital.

What are you moving?

No matter what city you’re moving to, the number of belongings you have will impact the total cost of the move. Moving in Wellington is no different: the more stuff you have, the more it will cost to move.

This is because of the extra work in store for your movers, the number of movers you need, and possibly the extra moving truck/s used. While a single person moving within Wellington might be fine with a single moving truck, it may not be the same case for a family of five.

Luckily, Wellington moving specialists New Zealand Movers have a fleet of custom-built furniture trucks in a range of sizes, including super-sized furniture trucks that can hold up to three full sized households in a single journey!

When is the move?

How soon is your move? Is it something you’re planning for 6 to 8 weeks away, or do you need it done as soon as possible? Usually, it works out cheaper to plan ahead when you’re moving in Wellington – but sometimes, you can’t avoid a last-minute move due to finding a new job, a new rental home, etc.

If it’s possible for you to plan ahead, we highly encourage you to do so. This way you’ll avoid late booking fees and allow yourself more time to get organised.

Weekday or weekend?

While weekend moves are far more popular than weekday moves in Wellington, they also tend to be more expensive. This is because there’s a higher demand for weekend moves and there are penalty rates to account for too.

Weekday moves are a great option if you can afford to take some time off work, or if you have a couple days off during the week. They save you money, there’s less traffic on the roads during the day and it often means your stuff gets moved quicker.

Who are you hiring?

And, of course, another aspect that determines the cost of moving in Wellington is which team of movers you’re hiring. Do your research on moving teams and make sure you’re hiring, not the cheapest company, but the best value one. This means the best moving service for the best price.

Moving in Wellington won’t cost you a lot if you choose the right moving team. New Zealand Movers are your go-to team for smooth, secure, and high value moves. They’re the country’s finest team of movers and packers, offering you the best moving service for the best price. Get a quote from New Zealand Movers today.

Moving house is a huge step in your life, opening the door to the next chapter of your story. It’s a beautiful, exciting, and rewarding experience – and if you choose the right movers, it’s always easy. That’s why it’s important to choose a professional service.

Advice on moving is something you only want to get from an expert – someone with the years of experience behind them that proves they know their stuff! That’s why the team at New Zealand Movers, one of New Zealand’s most trusted moving companies, have made a list of their best moving tips. Here’s what the experts have to say:

Tip #1: be ahead of schedule

Be ahead of schedule and your move will be easy as pie. This means getting ahead with everything on your to-do list: from booking in with the team at New Zealand Movers (which you should be aiming to do between 6-12 weeks ahead of moving) to calling your insurance company and getting your policy transferred to your new address.

Falling behind schedule only complicates things, making the experience more difficult and stressful than it needs to be. Get your planning done as soon as possible, and it will be smooth sailing from there.

Tip #2: go with a great value mover

While the cheapest ones on the market are certainly not the best, what you’re actually looking for is a great value moving team: one that offers the best work for the best price. Read reviews and do your research before booking so that you end up with a top quality team like New Zealand Movers.

Tip #3: use storage if you need to

Moving homes isn’t always a matter of simply taking all your belongings from one place and moving them to another. If you’re downsizing, for example, you might need a team of movers who offer storage solutions.

It’s best to choose a moving company who offers storage. This is a great way to keep all of your stuff in the hands of one trustworthy company who uses a unified tracking system, rather than go through a separate company and have to pay more expensive rates. New Zealand Movers offer storage services in various locations across the country.

New Zealand Movers are one of the country’s finest moving companies. Their focus is on doing the most meticulous job for their clients, as well as providing the best value service in New Zealand. Get a quote with New Zealand Movers to plan your move today.

There are many reasons why Kiwis around the country move into new rental homes. You might be looking for a change of suburb, or a nicer place. You might be moving closer to work. The lease may be running out on your current place. Or you could be packing up and heading to a new town, city, or country.

Whatever the reason, you want to be totally prepared before moving into a new rental, so that you’re confident and comfortable in your new environment.

Here are the top 5 things to consider before moving into a new rental, brought to you by the moving and packing specialists at New Zealand Movers.

1) Location, Location, Location

Location is such a huge part of moving into a rental property. Choosing the perfect location for your rental is based on a number of factors. Firstly, how close is it to your place of work and your children’s schools and day-cares? Will you be spending more or less time than your current commute? Next, you’ve got to assess its convenience – how close are the nearest shops, restaurants, gyms, medical centres, and other facilities? The safety of the neighbourhood is also extremely important.

2) Features of the property

You may really like a certain rental property, based on its location, its looks or any other aspect about it. But does it suit your needs appropriately? For example, you may simply love a rental that has a magnificent garden, but you’re not overly keen on gardening yourself. The problem here is that the garden will need to be maintained regularly, so you’ve got to be prepared to do the work or to pay a professional gardener.

3) Style

Don’t underestimate the importance of style! If you live in a house that you simply don’t vibe with because it’s not in your preferred style, don’t ignore that feeling. Choose somewhere you love.

4) Condition of the property

Before you move any belongings into your rental, go around and do a final inspection, taking photos of any damage to the property. This proves that the damage was there before you moved into the property, giving you a better chance of getting your bond back!

5) Your moving company

And last, but not least, choose the right moving company! You need a team of movers who are dedicated, reputable and have loads of experience. New Zealand Movers are one of the country’s most trusted moving companies. Moving Kiwis into new rental places on a daily basis, they have an outstanding track record for moving your belongings – at an outstanding price! Get a quote with New Zealand Movers and plan your move today.

New Zealand is one of the best countries in the world. We’ve got it very lucky when it comes to economic stability, human rights, healthcare systems and so much more. And while we love it here, there’s one thing that can be viewed as a drawback: the rain.

Even if you love the rainy weather, if you’re moving houses, it can definitely start to worry you. Are you still able to move homes if it’s raining all day? Or will you have to cancel everything and start all over again?

Thankfully, that won’t be the case (if you choose an expert moving team like New Zealand Movers). Here’s how the team at NZ Movers are able to deliver smooth moves during rainy weather.

Expertly trained crew

The crew at New Zealand Movers are expertly trained for moving during all types of weather from rain or shine, snow or sleet. They use the right techniques to keep your furniture dry and your home clean during wet weather.

Keeping your home clean

One thing that many homeowners stress about when moving in rainy weather is their home getting messy. A less reputable team of movers might track muddy steps through your house, dirtying the floorboards or, worse, staining your carpet. This is something that simply won’t happen with New Zealand Movers, and you can be guaranteed that your home will be left as clean as it was before your movers stepped foot in it.

Keeping your belongings dry

Keeping your stuff dry is a priority for the team at New Zealand Movers – even when it’s bucketing down outside. Your moving crew do everything they can to ensure your belongings are protected from the rain when they’re taken out of your home.

Waterproof tarps are often employed when it’s raining outside. These large, plastic coverings are big enough for any couch or table, ensuring that not a drop of rain affects your furniture. The same goes for expensive electrical items like televisions – these items will be covered at all times when removed from your home in the rain.

Moving trucks

While trucks are supposed to be waterproof, this isn’t always the case. With some of the lower-end moving companies, you can’t be sure that they’ve conducted thorough maintenance on their truck cabins. This could lead to cabin leaks which have dire consequences for your belongings.

All of the vehicles at New Zealand Movers are regularly inspected for roof leaks. You won’t have to worry about your belongings when they’re in transit, thanks to the diligent work of the inspections team at New Zealand Movers.

Rain or shine, New Zealand Movers get you into your new home smoothly and securely. They’re the country’s finest team of movers and packers, offering you the best moving service for the best price. Get in touch with New Zealand Movers today and beat the wet weather on your next move. Call today.

If you’re moving in or out of a luxury property, you don’t want just any regular team of movers to do the job. Instead, you need a premium team of movers who can specialise in luxury homes, treating your belongings with the utmost care. Here’s why New Zealand Movers are your go-to team for luxury properties in Auckland.

New Zealand Movers pack with the utmost diligence

Luxury properties aren’t something that any regular team of movers can handle. These homes are often larger and contain more high-value belongings.

Sure, every mover will have insurance so that if something is damaged, it’s automatically covered for. But what if that item has immense sentimental value and monetary reimbursement is unable to truly replace it? That’s why you need to select a first-class team of movers with the right techniques, quality packing material, and work ethic to handle your luxury property relocation in Auckland.

New Zealand Movers have the experience

Driving a luxury car isn’t like driving a regular car. They’re of a higher calibre and it’s generally more stressful at first because you’ve never had such a large responsibility on your hands.

It’s exactly the same as handling a luxury property relocation. Movers need experience in handling delicate, valuable items. The only way to guarantee that your luxury property relocation goes smoothly is to hire a team of experts who have performed countless luxury moves. New Zealand Movers have handled some of Auckland’s most prestigious properties in suburbs such as:

• Ponsonby
• Herne Bay
• Parnell
• Takapuna
• St Mary’s Bay
• Stanley Point
• Remuera
• Epsom
• Mission Bay
• Devonport
• And many other premium suburbs in Auckland

Not only do New Zealand Movers have high-trained professional packers they also have the most up to date packing materials and custom creating to ensure all your specialty items are packed with the utmost care.

New Zealand Movers have moved luxury homeowners all over the world

What’s more is that New Zealand Movers aren’t just experienced in moving luxury homes within Auckland or New Zealand – they’re experienced in global moves for luxury properties. Whether you’re moving across the ditch and setting up shop in Sydney or Melbourne, or heading further away, New Zealand Movers have the know-how in international moves for luxury homeowners.

Moving a luxury property may seem stressful at first, but when you talk to the team at New Zealand Movers, you’ll see that all you need is a team who have the experience and training for luxury moves. New Zealand Movers are the country’s most trusted movers for luxury home relocations in Auckland and beyond. Get in touch with their team of specialist movers to get settled into your new luxury home sooner.

Millennials are a generation of people who are constantly on the go. They’re hungry to work, and they don’t mind chasing jobs in different cities or countries to boost their career and get the experience they need. A naturally explorative bunch, Millennials love travel and have a thirst for culturally enriching experiences.

So, where does this all lead us to? If you’re a millennial and moving for the first, second or third time, here’s how to absolutely nail your moving experience.

Think wisely about location

Millennials are naturally pretty good at choosing great locations. Whether it’s a hip, vibrant part of the city or somewhere a little further out where rent is more affordable and the air is fresh, Millennials tend to be all over it. It’s essential, though, to think practically if you’re moving to a new suburb or, especially, a new city.

The main things to consider when looking for a great location are:

• Distance to work
• Distance to nearby services, e.g., supermarkets, doctors, shopping centres, petrol stations, and restaurants
• Proximity to friends and family
• Safety of the neighbourhood

Distance from your place of work is one of the most important considerations. If your dream suburb is a 1.5-hour drive in peak hour traffic or doesn’t have appropriate public transport, it may be best to choose somewhere a little closer.

1. Make yourself comfortable

Even for the most courageous of us, moving to a new country, city, or even suburb can be kind of daunting at first. That’s why it’s so important to be comfortable in your new home right off the bat so that you settle in quicker.

A new job and new town can take a while to get used to, which is why feeling comfortable at home is the first step. This entails bringing as many of your possessions as you can. Furniture, décor, crockery, appliances, cutlery – all of these things will help you normalise life in your new home and, eventually, city.

2. Invest in storage if needed

It’s normal for young folk to have a fair amount of furniture for their age. Having somewhere to put it is the hard part. If you find that your next home can’t house all of your furniture straightaway, then don’t worry! You don’t have to get rid of your fantastic mid-century dresser which you found on Facebook Marketplace – all you have to do is find a moving company that offers storage, like New Zealand Movers.

3. Choose the best team of movers

Finally, you won’t get far if you don’t have a team of top-quality movers on your side. New Zealand Movers are an incredibly experienced team of professional movers that offer complete door-to-door moving services. From local moves to international relocations, New Zealand Movers continue to help millennials who are chasing a career, a relationship or simply a change of pace. Get in touch with New Zealand Movers and arrange a quote today.