Europa Movers Toronto

6-24 The East Mall,
Toronto, ON M8W 4W5
416-604-9904

Professional Movers: Serving Toronto, Oakville, Etobicoke and Mississauga

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Why Choose Professional Toronto Movers Over a DIY Move?

As countless people have probably told you, moving home in Toronto, ON or elsewhere in Canada, is no easy task. There always seems to be so much to do and so little time to do it in. Even if you start preparing for your move weeks in advance, your moving date almost always ends up creeping up on you, resulting in a last minute rush. Even so, many people feel they have to handle all aspects of the move themselves as they haven’t got the money to be “throwing it away” on professional Toronto moving services. However, many of the people that have this mindset have never actually looked into the possibility of using such a service and if they did, they would most probably be pleasantly surprised. When you take your time and the cost of hiring all of the required equipment to carry out the move yourself, the difference between a quote from professional Toronto movers and the cost to do it yourself isn’t usually that great. Europa Moving and Storage Toronto is a leading moving company that operates in Toronto, Oakville, Etobicoke and Mississauga, and has a proven track record spanning three decades. Professional Toronto movers are so much more than competitive on price though; they are able to offer a whole range of advantages.

The Benefits of Using Professional Toronto Movers to Help You Relocate

Nowadays Toronto movers can help you with each stage of the moving process, from completing all the necessary preparation to actually moving all your belonging from your old place to your new place, to helping you unpack in your new home. The vast majority of people typically take on the preparation and unpacking phases themselves (if you need any advice on making a moving checklist, please don’t hesitate to ask), but require help when it comes to the move itself. Using professional Toronto movers is a wise investment and you can expect to experience the following benefits:

  • Speed Comes from Knowledge – Professional Toronto moving companies will always get you moved in less time than you could do it in yourself simply because they know what they are doing. They dedicate their lives to this task and have most probably done it thousands of time before. Much of what needs doing is second nature to professional movers, meaning everything is done without having to really think about it, resulting in a huge saving in time. Don’t drag your move out over 3 or 4 days and add additional stress to your life; call our professional Toronto movers and get it done in a single afternoon.
  • Relax Instead of Stress – When taking care of everything yourself a home move can be unbelievably tiring and stressful, and you’ll probably find it difficult to relax until you’re all set up in the new place. The problem is that by that time you’ll be so tired that you won’t actually be able to enjoy it. Moving home should be exciting, but a DIY move usually turns out to be something you will dread rather than look forward to. Moving home isn’t just emotionally draining either; heavy boxes and furniture can put considerable strain on your body too! Why not let Europa Moving and Storage Toronto take care of everything for you so you can get on with your life as normal?
  • The Proper Equipment is Always Used – When trying to carry out a DIY move it can be tempting to try and lower costs by working with the equipment you do own rather than purchasing what you don’t own. Many times this means using equipment that is not fit for purpose, which significantly increases the chances of your items breaking or getting damaged while in transit. The vehicle is the main issue; not many homeowners own a large truck and squashing your items into a smaller vehicle is never a good idea. Professional Toronto movers like Europa Moving and Storage Toronto, however, have all of the equipment necessary to complete your move safely and quickly including purpose build moving trucks, quilted moving dollies and the tools required to disassemble (and then reassemble) pieces of furniture. Protect your items and use professional movers!
  • Accidental Damage? We’ve Got You Covered – Professional Toronto movers are legally obliged to accept responsibility for the items that they transport, and unless you sign a waiver (you might be thinking “why”, but doing so can often lower your moving cost), the company will have to repair, replace or make a cash settlement with you should anything get accidentally damaged. If you carry the move out yourself, you simply won’t have this cover and should you break something it will be up to you to replace it.

If you’re moving to or out of Toronto, Oakville, Etobicoke or Mississauga in the near future and you’re looking for a reliable team of Toronto movers to assist you, give Europa Moving and Storage Toronto a call. We have been operating for 30 years and offer some of the most competitive moving quotes around. You can reach us on 416-604-9904.

About Europa Movers Toronto

Europa Movers Toronto is a professional moving and storage company operating out of Toronto, ON, providing high quality local and long distance moving services throughout Toronto, GTA, Ontario and across Canada. Thanks to our country-wide network we are also able to service our clients’ long distance moving needs throughout Canada.

Call Europa Movers Toronto (416) 604-9904 for a FREE Consultation in regards to your residential or office moving needs to and from the GTA and Metro Toronto area.

Long Distance Moving: Serving Toronto, Etobicoke and Mississauga

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Pack to Protect For Long Distance Moving in Canada

Packing is just one of the tasks that will be on a moving checklist among many others, such as finding a suitable Toronto moving company (not all of them offer long distance moving services!), notifying all relevant parties of your relocation and deciding which possessions are not going to make the trip with you. However, while it might just be one task on a list containing dozens, it is certainly one of the more important ones and something you absolutely must “get right” if your move is to be a success. This is especially true of long distance moving, since your belongings will be in transit for a much longer period of time, increasing the chances that damage could occur (especially if there’s plenty of bumpy stretches of road along the way). With three decades of experience providing long distance moving services to clients in Toronto, Oakville, Etobicoke and Mississauga as well as numerous other locations, we know how items need to be packed to offer maximum protection and are going to share some of our top tips with you during this article.

Packing Tips that You Absolutely Must Implement When Moving Long Distance

Many people take a really “relaxed” approach to packing when long distance moving to or from Toronto, ON or elsewhere in Canada, completing this task in as little time as possible and using packing materials that are not up to the job. In order to avoid the disappointment of opening your moving boxes after a long journey and finding many of your precious belongings smashed into smithereens, take note of the following tips.

  • Use the Right Tools For the Job – It doesn’t matter how skilled the employees of the long distance moving service that you use are, if you don’t do a good job at packing your belongings, the chances that something will get damaged are very high. Proper packing for a long distance move starts with having the right tools for the job. This means using packing boxes and materials that are tailored to the items that you are packing, i.e. if you are moving mirrors or pictures, you will need large, flat boxes. However, if you are packing your set of priceless champagne flutes then you will need a different type of box; smaller boxes that contain specially designed partitions are ideal. Then there is a whole range of different solutions for clothes. You get the idea. Don’t just pack everything in the same old generic boxes; be more specific.
  • Don’t Forget to Pack Breakables Individually Too! – It doesn’t just stop at using the proper boxes though. For breakable items (it’s not necessary to do this for things likes books or clothes) it’s always wise to apply a layer (or two) of protection before they are even placed into the box. Bubble wrap is ideal for items that feature glass as it adds a cushion across the item’s whole surface area, but packing paper can work very well too.
  • Fill In Those Spaces – It’s very unusual that all of the items you place in a box will fit together perfectly like in a game of Tetris. There will usually be gaps between items and these gaps can create problems, especially when the items are being transported considerable distances, which is the case with long distance moving. This is because as the moving truck goes over bumps or goes round a sharp bend, these gaps allow the items to move in the box, which can sometimes be enough to damage them. This can be prevented by using packing pellets. These are small pieces of foam that “plug” these gaps and make sure nothing is allowed to move throughout the duration of the trip.
  • Heavier Boxes at the Bottom – Heavier items should be packed in smaller boxes and lighter items should go into bigger boxes, since that will make the task of loading the truck so much easier for the long distance moving team that you hire and reduce the chance that boxes could be dropped. It’s also vitally important, if you choose to do the move yourself, that the heavier boxes are placed on the bottom of the truck.
  • Label Boxes Containing Fragile Items – You should ideally clearly label each of the boxes you pack. Listing the contents of the box or simply indicating which room it’s for can make things a lot easier when it comes to unloading. It’s also a good idea to label any boxes that contain breakables with a clear “FRAGILE” sign so your Toronto movers know to take extra care with that specific box.

While it has nothing to do with the actual packing of your belongings, one of the best ways in which you can protect them is to take your time in selecting a good Toronto moving company. This will ensure that Toronto movers you do hire are properly trained and know how to properly handle, load and unload your items, in addition to having all the required equipment available. Europa Moving & Storage employs some of the most experienced Toronto movers around and offers a range of moving services to homeowners in Toronto, Oakville, Etobicoke and Mississauga, including both local and long distance moving.

About Europa Movers Toronto

Europa Movers Toronto is a professional moving and storage company operating out of Toronto, ON, providing high quality local and long distance moving services throughout Toronto, GTA, Ontario and across Canada. Thanks to our country-wide network we are also able to service our clients’ long distance moving needs throughout Canada.

Call Europa Movers Toronto (416) 604-9904 for a FREE Consultation in regards to your residential or office moving needs to and from the GTA and Metro Toronto area.