Moving house is a big job. Moving interstate? That’s a whole different level.
Whether you’re relocating from Brisbane to Sydney, Melbourne to the Gold Coast, or heading North for a sea change, an interstate move takes planning, coordination and the right support. For many homeowners, working with a professional Northside removalist can make a world of difference between a stressful transition and a smooth one.
Before you load up the truck, here’s what you need to know.
Why Interstate Moves Are More Complex Than Local Moves
While a local move might take just a few hours, an interstate move takes over days or sometimes weeks, depending on distance and scheduling. For instance, moving from QLD to NSW can take one to three days, while moving from the East Coast to WA can take anywhere between one to two weeks.
See, it’s not just about moving stuff from one place to another. It also involves:
- Travel arrangements
- Property settlement dates
- Utility disconnections and reconnections
- School transfers
When you add hundreds of miles to the mix, everything becomes a blur. Here’s where an experienced removalist becomes invaluable. They have a better grasp of actual road conditions, route planning and transport regulations across state borders. They can give realistic expectations right from the start, so you can forget the stress of moving and look forward to home improvements for your new property.
Let’s Talk Insurance
Interstate travel means longer distances and transport time. While professional removalists are careful with wrapping and loading your belongings, accidents can still happen.
A good removalist knows this, which is why they usually offer transit insurance, public liability cover or coverage for big-ticket items.
Get the insurance if you can, because peace of mind is worth it, especially for heirlooms, electronics and antiques.
Packing for a Long-Distance Move
It’s tempting to rent a truck and DIY to save on costs during a move. But let’s be honest, juggling time off work, school transfers and other to-dos can be more complicated than you think. It’s also easy to underestimate the cost of boxes, bubble wraps and other packing materials. Add fuel and potential damage, and your interstate move budget will quickly balloon.
Many homeowners find that using a removalist actually saves time and money in the long run.
Professional removalists usually:
- Wrap furniture in padded blankets
- Use reinforced cartons
- Secure loads to prevent shifting
- Label items clearly for efficient unloading
That’s a lot of stress cleared off your plate.
A pro tip to reduce costs: declutter before you start packing. You may also pack your essentials separately and leave the rest to your removalist.
Storage Solutions Between Settlement Dates
It’s pretty common for settlement dates not to align seamlessly. In this case, you’ll probably need to vacate your current property before your new home is ready.
Rather than renting a storage unit separately, ask your moving company about short-term storage or warehouse/container storage options.
This eases up coordination so you don’t have to deal with multiple providers.
An interstate move is a major life event, but you don’t have to do it alone. From logistics and packing to transport and storage, let Ready Movers removalists take the brunt of the work for you.
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