You can expect your moving company to move large household items such as furniture, appliances, and motorbikes. In addition, you should expect open communication, punctuality, and transporting your personal effects. Some companies offer waste removal, packing, and storage at an extra fee.
Removal companies usually load the heaviest items first. This means heavy appliances such as washers, refrigerators, dishwashers, and dryers will go first. These items are packed against the cab and are followed by beds, desks, and tables. Again, these items will be loaded against the cab. Sofas and mattresses go in next, but they are placed upright against the truck's side. Finally, the moving boxes go in last, closest to the opening.
Two professional movers take one hour to load a van if the boxes are prepared. Nevertheless, no two jobs are the same. In some instances, the movers have to dismantle furniture and move delicate appliances, which takes longer than expected.
A tip is usually a polite gesture to the movers. Typically, you can tip around 10% of the house removals cost. This amount is reasonable, and you can tip more or less. Moreover, tipping movers is unnecessary if you can't afford the tip.