There is no city that has an exciting buzz like New York City. It is one of the most opportunistic places to live in the world. The possibilities are endless and the thought of living there is exhilarating. New York City has some complexities that need to be taken into consideration when you are planning to move here. Whether you are moving around the block, or making a long distance move, here are some helpful tips to make it a smoother transition!
Downsize Your Belongings Before Moving
Anytime someone prepares to move, it doesn’t take long to realize you need to purge some items. If you are planning a move to NYC, plan on downsizing. Apartments in New York City are most likely smaller than what you are used to. Renting a smaller space is the best way to save money, especially in Manhattan, which is definitely a costly place to live. Take advantage of this time to simplify your life.
Building Moving Schedules
Many apartment buildings have moving schedules. They may only allow move ins on certain days. Make sure you check with your new building manager to make sure you have the green light on the day you are planning your move. A lot of buildings will have a service elevator that you can reserve for your move. The service elevator may be in high demand so be sure to give your building manager enough notice so it’s available for you. If your building doesn’t have an elevator, your building manager will be able to advise you on the best time to move in and avoid overcrowding the stairs. He/she can tell you possible dates when no one else is moving to help you choose the best move in day for you.
Hire a Local Moving Company
When moving to NYC, whether it is a local move or long distance, you want to make sure you have a moving company that knows their way around the city. RC Van Services can provide you with movers that are reliable and know the ins and outs of New York City. This can be hard to find. You need a moving company that is licensed and insured to move in Manhattan. Let a reputable moving company like RC Van Services, do the hard work so you don’t have to. If you have ever been to New York City, you know the streets are narrow and hard to navigate through. It is almost impossible to maneuver a gigantic moving truck through them, let alone find somewhere to park it. Leave this job up to RC Van Services.
Properly Prepare for Move in Day
There are quite a few things you need to make plans for before moving day gets here.
Parking Permits – Make sure you don’t need any parking permits for your move. Often times they are needed and you don’t want to have to any parking tickets on your first day in your new place.
Utilities – Take into consideration the utilities you are going to need turned on before you move in. This may include, electricity, water and gas.
Bugs – Bugs are a common problem in the city and you want to make sure your new place is clean and ready for your belongings before you get there. Make sure you building has been treated or do it yourself if it isn’t something your building offers. RC Van Services recommends Always Ready Pest Control!
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Moving is a stressful time and can be even more stressful in a city like NYC. Let RC Van Services relieve some of that stress and make your move nothing but exciting. This city is nothing short of amazing. Contact us for all your NYC moving needs!
