The most frequently asked questions about moving companies
Before a move, a lot of questions arise. The question of moving costs is often at the top of the list, but planning questions also require answers. Butler Umzüge is happy to answer them.
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Our FAQ
Normally payment is due after the work is completed. But there are also agreements with advance payments or installment payments on certain dates. As a rule, the payment terms are included in the terms and conditions on the written cost estimate. If in doubt, just ask.
Your moving company doesn’t show up at the agreed time? Call the company and ask. If no one is available, write an email or stop by the location in person. By the way, the Butler Removals team is always there on time, saving your nerves.
From an established local moving company you will usually receive a non-binding written cost estimate. For example, give Butler Removals your moving details and ask for the price. The moving service has a fair price structure and provides tailor-made offers.
First there is thorough moving planning plus cost calculation. If you agree to everything, the helpers will arrive on time for the booked services, for example to dismantle the furniture and pack the boxes. On moving day, everything will be loaded and brought safely to the new location.
Don’t pack at the last minute, it will only cause stress. It’s better to take six to eight weeks to gradually put everything into boxes and, if necessary, pad them well. Start with the items that are rarely used and only pack the most important items at the end.
For a normal private move, four or five helpers are usually enough. Make sure you also have people with you who can carry a washing machine or a larger cupboard. More helpers are not necessarily better if they get in each other’s way or can hardly lend a hand for physical reasons.
No, no parade noise is allowed on Sundays. This is stated in the public holiday law, but also in most house rules. Accordingly, you will not find a moving company that offers its services on Sundays. Days in the middle of the week, such as Wednesday or Thursday, are particularly good for moving.
The price for a day depends on how many movers work for you, which services you use and whether special equipment is required. Expect to pay at least 600 euros for a full day of work; but it can definitely be more.
For an apartment with 60 square meters, assume the volume required is around 25 cubic meters. For 80 square meters it is approximately 33 cubic meters and for 90 square meters it is 36 cubic meters. Additional usable rooms are not included in the calculation! To be sure, contact Butler Removals for the calculation.
That depends on how much you have to pack. We recommend starting as early as possible, for example 6 weeks in advance. You may be able to get there with time if you go full steam ahead for a week, but that can become unnecessarily stressful. The most important rule of thumb: packing always takes longer than expected.
Moving on a holiday may be possible, but not permitted. Moving always brings work, noise and unrest. Holidays, on the other hand, are there to enjoy peace and quiet and avoid unnecessary or noisy work. Therefore, move on a normal working day.
Use an appropriately sized display box. Before packing, wrap your TV with a thick layer of bubble wrap and mark the box with the fragile mark on all sides. At Butler Removals, your belongings are additionally insured.
There are special glass boxes with compartments for glasses in which you can organize your valuable dishes. Additional padding with bubble wrap or kitchen towels is highly recommended. Such special boxes are usually already printed with warnings.
You should expect 0.8 to 1.5 moving boxes per square meter. If your apartment is very full, it’s more like 1.5 boxes. If you have comparatively few belongings, you can move around 0.8 to 1.0 boxes. It is better to order more material from Butler Removals and return the unused remainder.