5 Things to Keep in Mind when Looking for and Affordable Moving Company in South Africa

Why struggle to move on your own when you can have an affordable moving company take the weight off your shoulders? Moving is one of the most stressful things you will ever do. It, therefore, makes sense that you should opt for the best moving company in the business. There are plenty of affordable movers in South Africa that can assist you to move your household items. However, before you choose the first company on a list, ask yourself these five questions about the affordable movers in South Africa you are considering.

Do They Offer More Services Than Merely Transporting Your Possessions?

Remember, just because their rates seem reasonable, does not mean a moving company is good value for money. Be sure to check what is included in their service. Look out for things such as planning assistance, packing of boxes, unloading, handyman services to help you get set up, and so forth. You want a full-service experience to get the best possible value. Elliott recommends using a packing service. It is our experience that a lot of damage occurs during the packing stage. Packing is also extremely stressful and can take days if not weeks. Plus, if you do not have proper packing materials, damage during loading and transit is much more likely.

Does An Affordable Moving Company Have the Ability to Move Fine Art?

Any owner of fine art will tell you how tricky it is to move precious works. Any scratch or knock can cause irreparable damage. You need a specialist to take care of the packaging, moving, and installation of these pieces. If you own fine art, you would want to find out if any of the affordable movers in South Africa you are considering offer this service. We also recommend asking what packing materials they use (bubble wrap is a no-no), and how they tape and pack works framed with glass. Elliott, for example, is the only African member of ICEFAT. ICEFAT is a global network of trusted art handlers.

Can They Assist You with Pet Relocation?

Your pets are a precious part of the family. If you are planning on moving in or out of the country, can any of the affordable movers in South Africa assist you with the travel arrangements for your beloved pets? Consider things like flights, import or export licenses, quarantine arrangements, custom-made travel containers, kennel services, and more.

Will They Be Able to Safely Transport Your Vehicles?

What is your plan if you own multiple vehicles or collect vintage vehicles? A full-service relocation partner should ideally have the means to help you transport your vehicles, whether it be by road freight locally, or via safe and secure sea freighting to international destinations.

Do They Offer Storage Solutions?

When looking at affordable movers in South Africa, you should also keep in mind the possibility that you may need to store some of your items during the relocation period. Maybe this is necessary while you find your feet in your new location, until your place at your destination becomes available, or maybe you simply do not need all your possessions with you all at once.

Elliott Mobility is one of the top movers in South Africa. Although we offer a premium service, we understand that moving should not cost a fortune. We therefore offer alternative services for smaller smaller items. Please visit our Ama-Zingo page for more information.

Need a checklist? Have a look at our ultimate guide to moving.