30 Simple Ways to Save Money When Moving Your Home on a Budget

In this article, our experts share 30 simple ways to save money when moving your home on a budget for those located in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.

The truth is, moving is expensive. For homeowners who have spent a lot of money on renovation or down payment for your new house, here are some simple ways to cut some cost and save some money during your move whether you need movers in Puchong or Klang. Every penny saved is a penny earned.

  1. Pack yourself instead of hiring professional movers and packers.
  2. Get free unwanted or recycled moving boxes from the nearby convenience shop or drugstore. 
  3. Save on bubble wrap by replacing with old newspapers or magazines.
  4. Move during a less busy season, for example during winter, on a weekday or in the middle of a month.
  5. Get a cheap moving insurance as this is a small sum to protect against any damage of items during the move.
  6. Use old clothing or blanket as cushioning instead of buying new packing materials.
  7. During packing, place smaller items inside of larger items to save box space.
  8. Sell any unwanted items online or at a garage sale.
  9. Gather family members and friends to help you during your move to reduce the number of movers you need to hire.
  10. Plan and write down the steps for the whole moving process. Being organized will help you save money to ensuring that important details are not missed.
  11. If travelling long distance during the move from KL to Penang or Johor, make plans to stay overnight with family members or friends along the way.
  12. For utility and water bills, ensure that you are not paying for an extra month if you are not able to prorate your bill.
  13. Measure your furniture to ensure that it can fit into your new place; if not, sell it.
  14. Confirm with you mover that there are no extra charges for fuel if there is a traffic jam or if your distance is far.
  15. The heavier the more expensive, so dispose any unwanted heavy items instead of increasing the weight for your move.
  16. Instead of hiring a sitter during the move, get the help from a friend or family member. 
  17. Think about how to declutter the stuff that you have; do you really need them, or would you be better off selling them or recycling them?
  18. Check if your homeowners insurance can be transferred to your new home or if you can get a refund.
  19. Handle fragile items with care during packing to avoid them to be damaged during the move and cause you to repair or replace them.
  20. Keep the receipt of home renovation cost and moving cost for tax relief if applicable.
  21. Get a movers company that provides moving and storage services if you require storage services. You can get a better deal by hiring the same company.
  22. Do it yourself for home repairs instead of hiring a handyman.
  23. Move small items by yourself with your car if you drive.
  24. If you are moving just a short distance, consider moving light items on foot or with a bicycle.
  25. Check the weather forecast to avoid moving on a rainy day as the rain may cause damage during the move.
  26. Rent a lorry only without any extra services if you do not need other services.
  27. Request for a fixed price quotation from the mover company instead of a rough estimate.
  28. Ensure that the professional movers do not have any additional hidden last minute charges.
  29. Compare a few moving companies to choose the best deal. (Get a free quotation from us here)
  30. Start planning early to avoid any unforeseen cost that may crop up.