A Guide On Removals Inspection

When consulting with your removalist, he or she will most likely suggest a house inspection to examine what you intend to move. Read this article to understand what a house inspection entails and the benefits of conducting a house inspection before removals.

During the house inspection, the removalist will request permission to take a tour around the house. Some homeowners may feel like this is an invasion of privacy. However, remember that the removalist will visit all your rooms during the removal day. As a rule, you should accompany the removalist during the inspection. Expect the following questions from your removalist. 

What do you want to transport? Decluttering is a vital aspect of the removals process. There is no need to move with items that you no longer use.

Do you have any valuables? The removalist may not be concerned about your cash and jewellery. However, he or she may recommend suitable transportation to move vintage cars, expensive paintings and antiques that are of sentimental value.

Do you have items at a storage facility? These too might need transport when moving to another city.

Do you have any pets? Some removalists will transport pets; others will not.

Do you have fragile items? Pianos and glass fixtures may require specialised packing and transportation.  

The removalist will appraise your items. It will help him or her determine the amount of removal insurance cover required. Further, the removalist will know the type of truck, equipment, cartons and number of personnel needed to dismantle and move your home or office.

The removalist will also examine the property to find a suitable location to park the removals truck. If you live in a flat, he or she will ask you to talk with the property manager to ensure the truck has adequate parking space. The professional will also check whether the house has narrow staircases or shallow elevators that may restrict removals. If this is the case, the removalist will require additional equipment such as forklifts or telescopic handlers. 

After the inspection, the removalist will give an accurate quote of how much he or she will charge to move your home or office. This quote is unlikely to change. He or she will also be in a better position to create a removals plan. It is a document detailing when the removals will begin, the personnel involved, the route to take and when you should arrive at your destination. 

The house inspection is probably the most vital removal preparation activity. It gives the removalist an accurate picture of the work involved.