Professional Packers—Are They Worth It?

Moving is a lot of work; no one can argue with that. Because there are so many tasks that you need to cover—from hiring movers to forwarding your mail—it’s easy to get overwhelmed.

It’s no wonder that so many people jump at the opportunity to hire a professional to take a few of these tasks off your plate. 

Professional movers are usually the first on the list—having a trained team of people on hand to help you load and unload all of your belongings is one of the must-haves when it comes to moving. But did you know that most moving companies actually offer a wide range of services to help make your move as painless as possible?

What are professional packers?

If the thought of packing up all of your belongings into boxes sends a shiver down your spine, professional packers may be the key to a stress-free move. 

Usually working with moving companies, professional packers are responsible for, well, packing your belongings. They wrap and box up everything in your house to get it ready to be safely loaded onto a moving truck. Because they are professionals, they are efficient and effective packers who can get the job done quicker and with a lot less headache than those of us who only pack when we absolutely have to.

They will arrive at your home with all the packing supplies to get the job done. This means you won’t need to worry about buying the right amount of boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and packing paper.

Professional packers go through your home room by room and pack every item. When necessary, they will also wrap/pack fragile items to ensure they are protected during the move. They will then label each box so that on moving day it can be placed in the corresponding room in your new home.

Pros of hiring professional packers

Save your time. When you hire professional packers, the job that would have taken you days is done in mere hours.

Less stress. By taking this one “to-do” off your list, you are going to feel a weight lifted off your shoulders. Add to that the fact that you’re hiring professionals, and your stress will be a fraction of what it was before.

They take care of all the details. No more late-night runs to Walmart for one extra box or one more roll of bubble wrap. All the shopping and schlepping is done for you by the pros and you don’t have to even think about buying packing supplies.

Your belongings are safe. We’ve said it before but it’s worth mentioning again—when you hire packers, they are professionals. It is their job to ensure your belongings make it to your new home in perfect condition. And because they do this professionally, they know the ins and outs of effective packing.

Cons of hiring professional packers

While some people may have a hard time letting go of the control that comes with letting someone else pack up your belongings, or find it strange to have a person handling your more sentimental items, there really is only one main con to hiring professional packers—cost.

If cost is the biggest factor for you, you most likely will not want to hire professional packers. Pricing varies depending on each company, but you will most likely need to pay a per hour fee, plus cover the costs of all the packing supplies. 

According to HomeAdvisor, on average you can expect to pay $550 for a 1 bedroom, $1000 for a 2 bedroom, and $2000 for a 2 bedroom home.

When professional packers can help

If you can afford it, professional packers are a great way to limit the stress of a big move. But there are some scenarios when they are extra helpful.

You just don’t have the time. This might seem like a pretty big catchall, but there are a lot of people who genuinely don’t have the time to commit to packing up their homes. If you have small kids, a demanding work schedule, schooling, or anything else that keeps you busy for most of the day, hiring professional packers can save you a lot of time. Remember, you will need to be present when the packers are working, but you’ll be free to juggle the kids, your work, or even prepping dinner!

You’re moving suddenly, and quickly. If you suddenly need to move and you only have a week or so to get your whole home packed and all your ducks in a row, professional packers are a great way to add a few sets of extra hands to the mix.

You’re moving across the country. A move out-of-province sometimes means that you are leaving your things behind with plans to get your belongings once you’ve settled in. Depending on how far you’ve moved, having professional packers pack up your things and ship them to you may be more time and cost-effective than travelling back to your old home to do it yourself.

How to find reliable packers

The best way to find reliable packers is to find a reliable moving company. Once you’ve found a moving company you want to work with, you can inquire about the other services they offer. If they don’t have in-house packers, they will most likely be able to suggest a reliable company to work with.

At Trooper Moves, our Troopers are ready to help you with everything! From packing to moving to disassembling and reassembling furniture, we can help. Head to troopermoves.com to get your free estimate.