| How to minimize the risk of damage claims Moving is | | | | their hands full with limited vision (carrying heavy items |
| no picnic be it in Calgary, or any other major Canadian | | | | that block their field of sight), pets and kids can cause |
| cities or anywhere in the world for that matter. In order | | | | them to trip possibly injuring themselves, the kids/pets |
| to have a safe and damage free move, here are a | | | | AND your furniture items... |
| few pointers you can take note of. | | | | Keep pathways clear; try to place boxes near the |
| Inspect the furniture before the move; make sure to | | | | walls and out of the way. Make sure the movers have |
| point out any major damage flaws that are present on | | | | plenty of moving room to negotiate tight corners and |
| the furniture to the movers. Please be advised | | | | narrow hallways. Take pictures and mirrors off the |
| however that in order to be covered by the liability | | | | walls; put plants on balcony or washrooms. Make sure |
| moving insurance, every item pointed out will need to | | | | floor is swept clean, dust and particles can make a |
| be individually wrapped before being taken into the | | | | very slippery surface. |
| moving truck, this procedure can add about 5-10 | | | | Pack the boxes properly, heavy items on the bottom |
| minutes per piece of furniture but is well worth it. I also | | | | and light items on top. For especially expensive items |
| doesn't hurt to take pictures of the furniture before the | | | | have our mover pack the box for you in order to be |
| move showcasing the existing damages done from | | | | covered by cargo insurance. |
| prior moves or just wear and tear. | | | | If you follow all these steps you move should be as |
| Take the kids and pets away from the job site. They | | | | damage free as possible, for extra tips and information |
| are often in the way and will cause distractions in | | | | please contact us for further details. |
| addition to potential hazards as movers often have | | | | |
