Make Your Move

MOVING ETIQUETTE

CHUCK RESNICK

Whether you are moving into or out of a new space, there are certain things to do to make things go as smoothly as possible. Think of the following tips as ‘moving etiquette’.

• Let your neighbours at both ends know when to expect the movers to pull into your place.

Ensure the movers park and unload to avoid blocking anyone else’s driveway or trespassing on other property. • If you are booking a residential move, try and select 9 or 10 a.m. for your truck to arrive since people who work 9-to-5 are not home. You are less likely to cause them any inconvenience. • Book elevators in advance in the building you are leaving and the one you will be moving into so you have the benefit of arranging your time comfortably. Check to see if movers are restricted to using specific doors. • Have your pets cared for elsewhere.

Moving means doors will be open for long periods, and animals wandering about can be dangerous for them and for the movers. • Most people wonder whether to tip movers. It is not compulsory, so it is totally up to you. • Most moving companies are good about removing packing materials, crates, boxes, etc. when they leave. If anything is left behind, collect it yourself and dispose of it. • As items are moved out of rooms, sweep, mop and clean what you can. Some people hire cleaners before giving the key to the landlord or new owners.

Chuck Resnick is vice-president Marketing and Operations for Two Men And a Truck - Canada, a division of Heron Capital Corporation. Visit twomen.ca

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