Moving home can be a nightmare for new and existing homeowners. Even if this is your first move, you would have heard of horror stories about irresponsible movers from your friends and family. So what should you be looking for in a potential mover before deciding to engage them for the job? There are plenty of freelance and professional movers in Singapore, all vying for your business, which makes your job as a homeowner much harder. When it comes to trusting your valuable furniture and belongings with a mover, it’s best to consider one that is reliable, cost-efficient and trained to complete the task with minimal fuss.
As one of the most established operators for delivery services in Singapore, Lalamove offers affordably-priced and all-encompassing range of home moving services for local homeowners through its easy-to-use platform and trained professionals. Find out what you should be looking for when engaging a mover and why Lalamove has the solutions you need.
1) Clear and affordable pricing with a wide range of vehicles
Pricing is important, but cheapest doesn’t mean it is always the best. Many times, homeowners who settle for the cheapest home mover find many of their items damaged or broken during the moving process. Instead of cheap options, consider those that are affordable and flexible instead, such as Lalamove. What sets Lalamove apart from independent movers is that they offer an entire fleet of moving vehicles, from a van (capable of carrying up to 400kg) to larger 10ft and 14ft lorries (for loads 1,200 – 2,000kg). Lalamove offers 7 different types of vehicles in their fleet, all professionally equipped to protect your goods from sun and rain. You get to decide what type of vehicle you require based on the size and type of items you need to transport. Charges for a simple move can be as low as $26* (you can get additional discount with our promo code below!). All charges set by Lalamove are clearly indicated on their website and any additional charges for services required by the driver will be agreed upon before commencement of the move, so you won’t be hit with a shock later on.
Below are two case studies of how much these homeowners have to pay based on their situations.
Case Study 1
A couple moving out from their parent’s place to their new home
These new homeowners have a room’s worth of items, mainly in boxes, and a few loose small pieces of furniture. They require a van with minimal additional services. The cost of engaging a Lalamove 2.4m van is around $40, while the mileage cost from Tampines to their new home in Tiong Bahru is an additional $10, bringing the total price to just $50.
Case Study 2
Family with kids relocating to their new home
With a large amount of existing furniture, these homeowners will need to engage a 14ft lorry, which costs $79. Additional moving services of one driver and a helper for the move costs $70, while the mileage from Tampines to Tiong Bahru will cost $15.80, bringing the cost of moving to $164.80.
In addition, the homeowners can also opt for off-platform services with additional fees, such as helping to wrap your items or to set-up/dismantle the furniture. These charges will be conveyed to the owner prior to the move. The user-friendly app helps to list out all your charges in a clear and easy-to-understand format. You’ll see a breakdown of all the services you’ve opted for, so nothing is missed out. This will also help you manage the costs of your move and keep to your budget.
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3) Trained and reliable movers
Home movers are not regulated in Singapore, and that means you may encounter a lot of fly-by-night drivers pretending to be professional movers. Some may charge for driving a van or truck but tell you there are additional add-on (and expensive) costs for more manpower. It’s always better to go with a reputable company like Lalamove, that offers homeowners the choice of choosing how much manpower they require. The cost of manpower is clearly listed in Lalamove’s website too, each additional help ranges from $30-40, depending on the type of vehicle selected.
4) Add-on services
It’s important to have your valuable furniture/items carefully wrapped before transporting. Lalamove has professionally trained experts to wrap your items to ensure that they are well-protected. The cost of wrapping is $20 per item, a worthy investment if you do not want your artpieces to get scratched or your Eames lounger to arrive with a tear in the upholstery. Of course, there are situations where you’ll need to enlist the help of the mover or driver, such as helping to assemble or dismantle or even to help store some items for a later delivery. Need help disposing of your old fridge or washing machine? No problem! These services may be outside of the pricing for the basic delivery, but Lalamove’s driver can certainly assist with your request. The driver will be able to provide a quote for the cost of the service rendered and will proceed only when the price is agreed upon by the homeowner.
5) User-friendly booking and tracking system
There are lots of movers in Singapore, but if you try contacting them you will realise they often sound hurried and disorganised. One of the homeowner’s biggest pet peeves has to be slow response time from traditional movers. These movers also require a much longer lead time to arrange for a move as well, or require you to change your move date in order to fit their schedule. Here’s where Lalamove comes out tops among other movers; with the largest fleet of on-demand vans and lorries you’ll be able to find a match quickly according to your own schedule. Lalamove’s mobile app allows homeowners to schedule, make payment and track the details of the move conveniently. The app also connects users with drivers within minutes, and after getting matched users can start communicating with the driver for the move. There’s also a helpful Chat function with the driver. Lalamove also has an efficient customer service chat available everyday (even on PH) from 8am to 10pm.
By taking note of the factors above, you’ll be able to plan your house move in a more strategic and organised manner. Moving into a new home should be an exciting and enjoyable experience from start to finish, so why take the risk of putting your valuables into the hands of a moving company you haven’t heard of or don’t have confidence in.
If reading this helped to get you looking forward to your big move, start by downloading the Lalamove app or find out more from their website now. Get up to 35% discount off van and lorry deliveries with promo code LALAHOME for new users!
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