October, 2020 - Best Movers in Singapore

What Kind of Lorry to Rent When Moving?

administrator / October 27, 2020

This is one of the most common questions that we come across when our customers make their enquiries about our lorry rental. If it’s your first time enquiring for a lorry rental, we’ll have to say that it depends on the amount of stuff you have and your moving purpose.

It can be difficult to estimate the size of your lorry rental, given that a wrong guess may mean you won’t have enough space for all your stuff or overspending on a lorry that’s just too big. You’ll also have to make several trips to completely move all your stuff which means more spending more on fuel.

Additionally, having a lorry that’s either too small or too big can be a haphazard during the moving process. You may risk damaging some of your belongings if you didn’t stack them accordingly. Same goes to hiring a lorry that has too much room for your moving process.

Either way, you’ll need to rent a lorry that’s just right for you. For you to find the right-sized lorry, you need to take note of the amount of stuff you have and create an inventory. That way, you can have a rough idea of what lorry to rent.

Create an inventory

Your first step before renting a lorry will be to create a list of things you’re planning to bring to your new house. If you’re not sure of where to start, you can break down the list based on the number of rooms in your house.

Bear in mind that you’ll also need to consider the sizes and type of furniture you’ll be moving. Start with the most visible furniture in the room and move on to the least visible ones. That way, you can reduce the potential of leaving out anything small like your table lamp or side table.

Types of lorry

Once you’ve come up with the inventory, it’s time to find out which type of lorry can fit all of your stuff. At LCH Logistics, we offer three types of lorries with a size ranging from 10 feet to 24 feet.

10 feet lorry rental

If you only have several things to move like your bed frame, mattress, dresser, and some boxes containing most of your belongings, a 10-feet lorry will suffice. This small-sized lorry is also ideal for those moving to a studio or one-room apartment.

Make sure you pack up the lorry the right way to avoid waste of space and time. Load up the big pieces first and then pile in the smaller pieces. It’s like playing the tile-matching game except the blocks will be your furniture and boxes.

If you’re concerned about your budget during the moving process, you needn’t worry as you can rent this lorry for $50 per hour.

14 feet lorry rental

A slightly bigger lorry than the 10-feet truck will be the 14-feet truck. This mid-sized lorry is ideal for those moving out of a 2-room house as it can fit more of your stuff (that’s if you have a lot of things to move).

Let’s say you’re planning to move from Singapore to Johor. You may be stuck in traffic on the Johor-Singapore Causeway for a few hours, which may cause you more time and fuel. Luckily, your 14-feet lorry is capable of handling a long-distance move. You can rent this lorry for $65 per hour.

24 feet lorry rental

If you’re looking to rent a bigger lorry than the above, this 24-feet lorry can fit most of the things you intend to move. This large-sized lorry is ideal for those moving out of a three-room house or larger. That way, you won’t have to worry about making several trips to complete your house move.

With a 9-tonne capacity, this 24-feet lorry can certainly handle the weight of your washing machine, dryer, and refrigerator. Just be sure to load and strap them in the truck properly to prevent any damages while you’re moving. The rental cost of this lorry starts from $90 per hour.

Should you require more details about the lorry, be sure to ask about the dimensions, cubic space, and maximum weight load. That way, you can have a rough idea of how big the lorry is and whether it’ll be enough for your move.

Now that you have a slight idea of how big the lorries are, it’s time to enquire about the costs and additional services. Before you decide on your lorry rental, be sure to get a few quotes from the logistics companies to ensure that you get the best deals possible.

Planning for a DIY relocation can be tricky if you don’t start early. So, gather your resources and make a plan that works for you. That way, you don’t have to scramble for time when it comes to your lorry rental.

At LCH Logistics, we offer three types of moving services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking for an affordable relocation service, you’ve come to the right place. For your moving needs, email us at sales@lchlogistics.com.sg or contact us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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4 Steps for a Smooth Residential Move

administrator / October 27, 2020

Moving into your new house is always exciting as you’ll have a space to decorate and furnish. However, there are many things that you need to cover to ensure a smooth relocation process.

When you know what to expect and prepare ahead of time, it’ll save you the trouble and stress that comes along during the residential move. If it’s your first residential move, chances are that you’re reading this to guide you through your entire relocation process. Ahead, we’re sharing some of the steps for a smooth house or residential move.

Before that, you need to understand that relocating your house isn’t as simple as packing your clothes and toiletries for a vacation. If it was that simple, anyone you know who’s planning for a relocation can do it in a few days.

Plan your relocation early

Always start your relocation preparations early to avoid last-minute changes to your plan. Before you hire residential movers, you should first establish a budget. If you’re looking to cut cost, you can opt to rent a lorry and get your family or friends to help with your moving.

If it seems hard to get help from your acquaintances, it’ll be wise to hire a house moving company. That way, you don’t have to worry about getting help. However, you can expect to exceed your budget as hiring residential movers may cost more.

Pack your belongings accordingly

Once you’ve decided to DIY your residential move or hire home movers, you can start filtering through your belongings and decide what to move. Here’s the tricky part, going through all your stuff takes a long time, so work on the common items first.

Clothes and wearables

You can start packing your clothes and other wearables that you don’t use daily such as your shoes, bedsheets, and towels into boxes. Make sure to leave some clothes out, enough for you to change into until your relocation day.

Framed photos and mirrors

These fragile items are best packed early to avoid incurring damages during last-minute packing. The best way to pack these is to wrap them with plenty of bubble wraps and paper. That way, you don’t have to worry about them breaking.

Kitchen items

Aside from the things you need until the day you move, you can pack most of your kitchen items ahead of time. Make sure to wrap any of your glassware with paper or bubble wrap to avoid unwanted mishaps. You may also want to fill the space in boxes with crushed paper to absorb any movement during the relocation process.

Electrical appliances

Items like your washing machine, refrigerator, and rice cooker can be unplugged a few days before you move out. For your refrigerated or frozen foods, it’s best to use or donate them if you can’t seem to finish them. If there’s a distinct smell to your refrigerator, you can fill a cloth pouch with unused coffee grounds and place it inside to absorb the unwanted odour.

Valuable items

Any item that you deem valuable shouldn’t be packed into your moving boxes. Instead, you can pack them along with your important documents and take them with you personally during the move. That way, you can prevent any misunderstandings from occurring.

Update your mailing address

Some people take this lightly as we can now do the changes online. However, it’s best to notify your change of address personally to service providers like your bank and insurance company. By doing so, you’ll be able to safeguard your personal information and prevent it from falling into the wrong hands.

Inform utility company

You may want to inform the utility company to schedule for disconnection for your old house and schedule another day for your new place. Be sure to schedule the dates correctly so that you don’t have to scramble between two places at once.

Planning for a smooth relocation takes time and effort. If this seems like a daunting task, you can opt to hire residential movers to help with the packing and moving. That way, you can focus on handling other matters like changing your mailing address and scheduling your utility connection.

If you’re wary about hiring home movers, do your research ahead of time and find a house moving company that’s reliable. No doubt, home movers are trained to help people pack and move their things in an appropriate manner. You can rest assured that all your belongings will be handled with care.

October 2020