Moving to or from Calgary?

When you need to move long distance to or from Calgary, who can you trust for a problem free relocation?

There is a lot of planning and coordination required when moving long distance. For most people, this is a once (or twice) in a lifetime event, and there are a lot of things you might not even think about! Unlike a local relocation, leaving one city or community for another is complicated, and stressful, an experienced Calgary moving company like Jay’s can make sure everything runs smoothly.

  

Where do you start?
  • Try to contact the movers as soon as possible; the more lead time you give them the easier it will be to schedule your move.
  • You will be assigned an experienced  consultant, and they will be your contact throughout your relocation.
  • Your consultant will set up an in-home survey to discuss with you exactly what services you need and want.

    Think of your consultant as a personal planner, they can ensure your  experience is as stress-free as possible, even enjoyable! Your consultant will be available to answer all your questions and concerns, by e-mail and toll free by phone. Remember, there’s no such thing as a stupid question! You can expect to receive prompt, professional and courteous service.

    What can your consultant do for you?
    • Explain all the services that are available;
    • Coordinate third party services like appliance disconnection and reconnection;
    • Supply you with information about your new community to ease your transition, and
    • Be available to you throughout your move to address your concerns or any problems that may arise.
    How are costs determined for a long distance move?
    • The weight of your property is the primary determiner of rates, and
    • The distance you are travelling, so
    • Be sure you inform the consultant if any items in your house are to remain, so you receive an accurate quote.

    If necessary, the quote can be adjusted if you change your mind about what you need to take.

    A reliable Calgary moving company like Jay’s is very likely to deliver your goods intact, but accidents can happen. We recommend that you purchase transit protection for your shipment, and there are different ways to do this, such as:

    • Released Value Plan; a basic coverage based on the weight of your property, or
    • Replacement Value Plan; which will ensure replacement at the current market price of a damaged iten that can’t be repaired to its original condition. Your shipment must be protected to a minimum value, and you are required to establish a realistic value of the goods being transported, and
    • Motorized Vehicle Coverage; to provide protection of your motor vehicles, trailers, campers, snowmobiles, motorcycles, boats and motors. This coverage is limited to their current market value, based on model and condition. Each item must be listed separately on the Bill of Lading.

    A long distance move is complex and requires thorough planning. Hiring an experienced Calgary moving company like Jay’s will give you peace of mind and ensure a smooth move.  Call Jay's at 1(866) 760-1588 so we can help you with your long distance move.

 

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We have just this past week engaged your company to move us from Calgary to Okotoks. I am writing to commend you on the excellent job you did for us.

This has been, by far, the best service that we have ever received in the many moves that we have made. The young men who did the packing were very pleasant, polite and careful with our belongings. Every box and piece of furniture were placed in the correct room of our new home with out any damage to walls, or to the contents.

I feel that this kind of service should not go unrecognized. I would without hesitation recommend your company to anyone thinking of moving. Again thank you for the excellence with which you serve. Have a wonderful day!

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Selecting Packing Supplies

When selecting packing supplies for your household goods, remember:

  • You can save money by collecting clean boxes from your local supermarkets.
  • Make sure that the boxes are dry, and empty of insects and other pests.
  • Only collect strong, corrugated cartons with tops or flaps that fold shut.
  • Old newspapers may be used for packing material, but ink may rub off and stain your belongings. Jay’s recommends that you use blank paper (and we can supply it!).

If you can’t find proper cartons (or enough of them), you can avoid damaging your possessions by purchasing sturdy, specialized packing cartons in a variety of sizes from Jay’s.

Other packing supplies you will need include:

  • Scissors and/or a sharp knife
  • Paper
  • Plastic bags and labels for parts storage and identification
  • Labels and markers for identifying the contents of cartons
  • Heavy-duty packaging tape (11/2 to 2 inches wide) for sealing cartons — Jay’s does not recommend using duct tape or masking tape

Before you start packing

Find a work area that is large enough to accommodate the biggest cartons, with a solid table or work surface (Jay’s doesn’t recommend using your best dining room table for packing!). Cover your table with towels or a blanket to protect it. Put a generous stack of packing paper on the table, and have your scissors, tape, marking pens and other packing supplies close at hand.

Now that you’ve collected your packing supplies and organized your workspace you’re ready to start packing: click for how to pack and more tips.
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