How to Save Money on Relocation Costs

When you decide to relocate, whether you’re moving your home or business it can be an expensive operation. The guys at your local Gold Coast Van Hire Company have come up with these practical tips for you:

• Make your move in the off season

The subtropical climate of the Gold Coast means the weather is generally pleasant and you can move all year round. Some times are busier than others, such as the end of school terms, long weekends and holidays where the rental prices are high because of demand. Your rental company will usually tell you when they have quite periods where you can get a discounted price if you ask

• Sell, Donate or Throw-out Unneeded Belongings

Most people have stuff they don’t use or need and moving time is an ideal time to get rid of everything you don’t want. Consider updating your bed and furniture, buying that new energy saving fridge or TV.

During the months up until your move is a great time to downsize your possessions, you won’t have to load and carry excess stuff, then when you arrive at the new place your nice new stuff can be delivered

• Hire a Rental Van

There are many advantages when you use a Gold Coast van hire vehicle to make your move. You can take your time and use friends and family to help to avoid a large wage bill from moving companies.

If you have everything packed up beforehand moving becomes easy and less stressful, especially if you make a packing plan and nark all the boxes

• Consider Renting a Moving Container

Renting a container for your move can be a great idea, especially if you have a lot of stuff, plenty of time to pack, a long distance to travel and you’re not unloading straight away. You could have the container delivered to your new address when you’re ready or hire a truck and take it yourself. This can give you a much larger time window for your move and keep your stuff safe

Find Your Own Packing Supplies

You can purchase all the packing supplies you may need from a moving company or save a lot by collecting empty boxes and old newspapers to protect your stuff.

Find your marker pens and packing tape in sales and pack breakables in some of your soft clothes rather than buying plastic bubble wrap and adding to climate problems. Recycling all the packing materials you and your friends get from different purchases for several months before the move is good for your wallet and the environment. You might have to buy some stuff, but look for eco-friendly recyclable products; they are often cheaper and better for everyone

If you use some of these strategies you will be able to save a lot of money when relocating and the guys at your favorite Gold Coast van hire company can help you reduce your overall van hire costs. So take your time, move during off peak times with friends or family and use recycled packaging. You’ll save money, have a safer and less stressful move