{"id":377,"date":"2012-03-22T17:29:07","date_gmt":"2012-03-22T11:59:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/servicesutra.com\/blog\/?p=377"},"modified":"2024-01-19T16:50:13","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T11:20:13","slug":"how-to-save-money-when-hiring-packers-and-movers-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.servicesutra.com\/blog\/how-to-save-money-when-hiring-packers-and-movers-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Save Money when Hiring Packers and Movers in India"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wondering about costs and charges for hiring packers and movers for home shifting<\/a> in India? Let me tell you hiring packers and movers won\u2019t cost lots of money when you know how to hire one<\/a> using right techniques. Usually we assume that movers and packers have a standard pricing structure and no matter which mover you hire, you will get same kind of rates. But that\u2019s not how it works.<\/p>\n

Costs of hiring packers and movers varies on various parameters like quality of packing materials, overall service, infrastructure and network of movers, volume of goods and distance. So if you look carefully on these parameters, most of the factors varies from movers to movers and hence the difference in price.<\/p>\n

In this post I am sharing some useful tips that can help you save up to 30% of overall shifting and relocation costs when hiring packers and movers, especially in India)<\/p>\n

\"Tips<\/p>\n

6 ways to\u00a0save money on hiring packers and movers<\/h2>\n

Here are some advice and the parameters that will help you save as much as 30% of your overall shifting, and relocation costs. So, are you ready to learn these tips to save some more money while shifting your home?<\/p>\n

1. Early planning can save you money<\/strong><\/p>\n

Never schedule your move in urgency, \u00a0until and unless its unavoidable. But if you know that you will have to transfer maybe after a couple of months, then start planning soon after you get to know about your transfer. This will help you find the best service provider and will also help you choose among loads of them. If you request for a service at the peak moment, then the packer-mover company will\u00a0come to know about your urgent requirement, and they charge you more seeing your urgency. And at that point of moment you’ll feel helpless, and have no option other than paying much. So, schedule your move with proper planning, and save money.<\/p>\n

2. Decreasing load can help you save money<\/strong><\/p>\n

Create a list of items that you want to move. Don\u2019t include anything that you are not using currently, or are not usable even in the near future. Remember, if you decrease the loads, you will be charged very less. And not just decreasing it will reduce the rates, but you will also get rid of the extras or unwanted stuffs.<\/p>\n

3. Move during off season and save even more<\/strong><\/p>\n

Like any\u00a0other business, there is an off-season for packers and movers agencies as well. If you schedule your move in that period, you are likely to get more competent prices and estimates. Usually, the month of\u00a0August stretching to December, is considered as\u00a0an off-season for this\u00a0industry. When\u00a0you hire packers and movers\u00a0service in off-season, it will cost you less, since there will be lots of competitors who can easily give you the service, that too at surprisingly\u00a0low rates.<\/p>\n

4. Be flexible with dates and save more<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try to be flexible, and get the best schedule from your service provider\u00a0as per their convenience. This may delay your move for a few days or even weeks, but the wait is worthy. They may do\u00a0part shipment, and in that case they won\u2019t charge you for full load.<\/p>\n

5. Reach destination on time<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t reach your destination as per the moving schedule, then the movers-packers agency will store\u00a0your goods in their warehouse. For this, they may charge extra amount, as there are separate rates for\u00a0storage facilities.<\/p>\n

6. Taking add on services? Think again<\/strong><\/p>\n

Packer and Mover companies offer complete relocation services, and they charge you for each of their services, which may include\u00a0packing, loading, unloading, moving, unpacking, and re-arranging. But if you think that you are capable of handling any one of these services, then let them know about it clearly.<\/p>\n

If you understand Hindi language, then here’s a must watch video that explains the process of choosing a genuine packer and movers company. You may like to check this video, if there is an upcoming move, anytime soon.<\/p>\n