You will get a strange feeling when you start moving to Auckland. You will feel everything is under control and going fine. The place is completely organised; the boxes are stacked just the way they should be. Then you will receive a surprise. The renters, homeowners, and city-hoppers will start adding on to your moving prerequisites list and inflating your budget.
Multiple hidden costs are involved when you hire a moving company in Auckland, which initially seem invisible. But when the final invoice comes, the total is much higher than initially planned. In this short blog, we will cover all the charges that surprise everyone and why they appear.
Auckland traffic is unpredictable, often escalating at inconvenient times. A simple pickup from Mt Eden can turn into a crawl the moment a single car stops awkwardly near Newton. If the movers charge by the hour, traffic delays will cost you a lot, and you can’t do anything.
Delays in loading are also problematic. The sofa, which cannot pass through the hallway, and the cabinet that will not fit at an angle are both contributing to an increase in your bill.
The movers often charge based on “estimated hours”, which are calculated under ideal conditions. If the move does not proceed as planned, it will result in an increased bill.
In Auckland, narrow hallways in Grey Lynn may seem charming, but they become troublesome when trying to fit a fridge. Navigating the apartments in the inner city can be challenging. The movers have to navigate through the loading zones and swipe-card elevators, and you get neighbours as your audience.
Labour costs increase when dealing with tight spaces and tricky layouts. If the distance is longer and the staircase has multiple twists, these factors will affect your invoice.
Here are some items that are large or heavy and therefore cost more to move. This category includes items such as pianos, spa pools, heavy wardrobes, stone-top tables, and others. These items require either additional equipment, extra labour, or both. Generally, the base quotes don’t include the cost of these heavy items. As a result, during the final invoicing, everyone is surprised by the cost of moving these items.
During a move, boxes vanish so quickly that they appear to disappear. A single room holds six boxes. Somehow, the adjacent room requires eight boxes, along with tape, bubble wrap, and those delicate stickers that are used more liberally than anyone plans.
Movers also include the cost of the materials they use, such as shrink wraps, blankets, or specialised cartons. Each item may seem inexpensive, but the total price is reflected in the final invoice.
If an item is not properly packed or is not secure enough, the movers will repack it to prevent damage. Although it is helpful, this service is not free. These charges are relatively low when considered individually, but their total cost increases significantly when combined. This charge will be included in the final bill. A quick repack of a TV or a kitchen set can increase the total price.
Most of the moves in Auckland are scheduled perfectly. A settlement delay or incomplete cleaning can leave goods in limbo, requiring them to be stored for a night or two. Repacking storage incurs various fees, including transportation to the facility, unit rental, return delivery, and handling.
There are storage units that charge for assistance, late-day access, or weekend retrievals. Individually, these charges are relatively low, but their combined cost can be substantial.
Unneeded items are always present. These items typically include a sagging couch, a broken desk, a rusted BBQ, and others. If you want to remove these items, an additional disposal fee will apply.
Auckland moving companies base their billing method on the time spent driving to and from the job. The suburbs are far apart, and even a short trip can take a long time when traffic becomes uncontrollable.
Last but not least, fuel prices fluctuate constantly. Some companies update their rates every few months. The surcharge will be listed as a small line item that remains visible until the final bill is issued.
If you do little preparation before the final move, you may incur many of these small surcharges. You can start by ensuring clear walkways and packing early. Please prepare a list of heavy or disposable items that may increase the bill. Also, ask the movers for a detailed list of possible add-ons before you make a booking. You can’t avoid all costs, but you can prevent some of them.
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