Moving advice & field notes

Smart tips for a stress-free move

A little planning goes a long way. Whether you are moving across the street or across the country, these tried-and-tested tips from our 12,500+ moves will help you stay organized, save money and protect what matters.

Field notes

Guides written from our own jobs

Gate rules, lift dimensions, basement clearances and traffic windows — the operational detail that decides whether a move day runs on time.

Society access6 min

Gurugram society gate entry rules for packers and movers

What gated societies actually require from a moving company at the entry gate — enforced on the ground, not just on paper.

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Building access5 min

Basement height restrictions in New Gurugram societies

Why a standard 14-foot truck cannot enter many Dwarka Expressway basements, and how to check before move day.

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Pricing7 min

Why two quotes for the same move can differ

The five variables that decide your final price — and why a survey beats a phone guess every time.

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Pricing9 min

How to avoid packers and movers scams

A field guide to the bait-and-switch, fake brands and hostage-goods tactics — and the documents that protect you.

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Planning8 min

A week-by-week moving checklist that actually works

From eight weeks out to the first night in your new home, every step timed so you never feel rushed.

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Packing6 min

Packing fragile items the way professional movers do

Bubble wrap, corrugated dividers and the H-tape seal — the method behind zero-damage moves.

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Moving checklist

Your week-by-week timeline

Follow this timeline and you will never feel rushed. Each step keeps you ahead of the move.

6–8 weeks before

Plan & book early

Get quotes from 2–3 movers, compare itemised pricing, and book your slot. Booking early locks in better rates and your preferred date.

4–5 weeks before

Declutter & sort

Sell, donate or discard what you no longer need. Less to move means a smaller truck, lower cost and a cleaner start.

3 weeks before

Arrange documents & services

Transfer school records, update address with banks and utilities, and schedule disconnections at your old home.

2 weeks before

Start packing non-essentials

Pack off-season clothes, books, decor and items you will not need before the move. Label every box by room and contents.

1 week before

Confirm & pack essentials

Confirm your moving date and time with the crew. Pack an essentials box with clothes, toiletries, chargers and documents for the first 48 hours.

Moving day

Supervise & hand over

Do a final walkthrough with the crew lead, sign the inventory list, and keep valuables and documents with you personally.

Packing tips

Pack like the professionals do

Room-by-room packing

Pack one room at a time and label each box with its destination room. It makes loading, unloading and unpacking far faster.

Wrap fragiles properly

Use bubble wrap and corrugated dividers for glass and ceramics. Place heavier items at the bottom and fill gaps with packing paper to prevent shifting.

Use the right box sizes

Heavy items like books go in small boxes; light bulky items like pillows go in large ones. Never overload a box past 20 kg.

Keep hardware together

Bag screws, bolts and brackets from dismantled furniture and tape them to the piece they belong to. You will thank yourself at reassembly.

Seal and tape securely

Tape the bottom and top of every box in an H-pattern. Reinforce boxes holding heavy or fragile items with an extra layer.

Photograph connections

Snap a photo of the back of your TV, modem and entertainment setup before unplugging. It makes reconnecting everything effortless.

Moving day

Keep moving day calm and in control

Moving day is when good preparation pays off. These essentials keep everything on track from the first box loaded to the last one placed.

Always keep valuables, jewellery and important documents with you personally — never in the moving truck.

  • Keep valuables, jewellery and important documents with you — never in the truck.
  • Pack a separate "first night" bag with clothes, toiletries, phone chargers and medications.
  • Be present for the inventory check at pickup and delivery, and sign only after verifying.
  • Take meter readings and photos of your old and new homes for your records.
  • Keep some snacks, water and cash handy for the crew and yourself.
  • Confirm the delivery address, floor and parking access with your coordinator the day before.

After the move

Settle in without the stress

Unpack essentials first

Set up the bedroom and bathroom first so you can rest and refresh. Then tackle the kitchen and living areas over the following days.

Check for damage promptly

Inspect your belongings against the inventory list as you unpack. Report any damage to your mover within the claim window — usually 7 days.

Update your address

Notify banks, insurers, subscriptions and government IDs of your new address. Redirect mail through the post office for the first few months.

Settle the family in

Explore the new neighbourhood together, find local doctors and schools, and let kids help arrange their own rooms to feel at home faster.

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