Hello world! Welcome Friends! What do we usually think about when the street thermometer shows more than +86°F? About the simplest and most understandable things: cool water, air conditioning, ice cream. It is uncomfortable to work in the summer heat, to put it mildly, but we have to. And if you have to move an office or apartment?
Long distance moving companies have found an original way out of the situation. They offer everyone such a service as night moving. It is not difficult to guess how it differs from daytime—the client’s things are transported to a new address in the dark.
“This service was especially popular in the summer of 2010”, says Andre S, the owner of a long distance moving company in Toronto. “The period of abnormal heat coincided with some changes in the office property market, so there were quite a lot of overnight office moves. We can say that we already have a well-established technology.”
How Does an Overnight Long Distance Move Go By?
Usually the preparation for it starts in the afternoon or evening—after the end of working hours. Things are sorted, packed, boxes are signed. After 9-10 pm the car arrives (the time is discussed with the client individually), your property is loaded and taken to the other end of the city.
There seems to be no special difference in what time of day to move. But, as the famous saying goes, there is a gopher here, we just don’t see it. Firstly, all specialists involved in the move must have a reserve of strength and experience—including such work. Agree, when the driver begins to peck his nose at the wheel—it will not please anyone. The same applies to the movers—if under the influence of force majeure, they will want to rest, the move can be delayed until noon.
“When we were long distance moving, at some point, the work came to a standstill’, says Tracy, the director of the tour bureau. “The long distance movers moved some of the stuff upstairs and didn’t come downstairs for quite a while. I went up to the room and saw that they were… napping, sitting near the boxes with our things! And the billable time is going by”.
Of course, those who move during the day are not immune to such cases. The way out is obvious—to choose a long distance moving company with responsible employees. However, another catch may be waiting here. If the firm values itself highly, it necessarily has a material reflection. In other words, some toilers trucking set higher rates for services such as overnight move. In order not to be face to face with an unpleasant surprise, you need to look at price lists in advance and clarify the cost. Remember: the estimate for the move is made before the work begins!
In general, night moves in major cities are faster than day moves—precisely because after 10pm there are fewer cars on the roads. Parking at night is also easier, especially when it comes to a lorry and parking near an office building. Consequently, the time savings are obvious. True, not every business can be moved overnight.
“There is nothing complicated about moving an office or even a small shop”, says David, the owner of a long distance moving company. “Usually, we can do it overnight, all that’s left is to unpack. But moving a large warehouse takes several days, you simply can’t physically manage it in one night. For such cases, we draw up a detailed plan, dismantle shelving in advance, note the order in which to move the equipment, and deliver it piece by piece.”
Movers also note that it is very important to prepare in advance when long distance moving a company to a new building. As a rule, office centers are closed at night, and their order is monitored by round-the-clock security. To avoid misunderstandings, you must warn the building administration about the move in advance. If you are planning a nighttime apartment move, it is a good idea to notify your neighbors.
Conclusion
Is a nighttime move worth it? Maybe. Cooler temperatures and less traffic are tempting, but tired workers and higher costs add doubt. It seems convenient, but the risks and expenses make you wonder. Ultimately, it depends on your situation. Are you willing to risk the uncertainties for convenience? It’s not a clear-cut decision.
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