Written by Nick Simard on 4.05.17
Moving to NYC is an exciting adventure. Of course, living in Luxury Carlyle properties like The Wellesley, Ambassador East, or Regency Towers in Manhattan make the process of moving all worth it. Once you’ll start enjoying perks like living blocks from Central Park and enjoying views of the Freedom Tower. Whether you’re moving across the country or just changing boroughs, there are a few things to consider before deciding on a moving company.
Are you moving in from out of state or upstate? Make sure the company has handled moves to the city before. A move to the heart of The Big Apple means dealing with congested traffic, construction and navigating one of the most frenetic cities on the planet. If your mover is inexperienced with NYC moves, the process could end up messier and more expensive than necessary.
If you don’t get your bid in writing, anything could happen. Before you jump the gun and sign a contract with the top Yelp referral, get bids from several different companies, and make sure the bids are on paper. The best bids are based on an in-person inspection of the items you’ll be moving. Keep in mind that your mover must deliver your goods to you for no more than 10 percent above your estimate, so keep the paperwork, just in case.
Bids in hand, you’re almost ready to make a decision. There are just a few things left to do to spot any potential red flags. If you’re moving interstate, you should verify that the company is licensed through Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. You can also search for past complaints against all interstate movers, which makes it easier to spot a lemon. If your mover asks you for a large cash deposit or pressures you to sign a contract without getting other bids — you can do better.
With the right movers, you’ll have your belongings unpacked in no time and feel right at home in your Carlyle apartment. If you are interested in learning more about Carlyle Property Management’s NYC apartment availabilities, learn more here.
Topics: NYC Apartments , Renting NYC
