Moving to the USA: Perfectly prepared for your new home
Moving from one city to another, or even just three streets away, is very different from your upcoming project: you are planning to move to the United States, which means you will have to cross the Atlantic and then settle on another continent. To ensure that everything runs as smoothly as possible, comprehensive, professional planning is essential. The Schwalbe Removal company in Berlin is one of the experienced specialists in terms of overseas removals. With this company, you have a reliable partner who is familiar with all aspects of the topic of “removals”. The staff is happy to help you cross the pond.
What do I need to pay particular attention to when moving to the USA?
When you move to the USA, you automatically have to pay more attention than when you live within the country or in the EU. Below we provide you with a small checklist to help you organize your change of residence. If you want to successfully complete your move from Germany to the USA, you should definitely not forget the following important tasks:
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Checklist for moving to the USA
Pretty daunting, right? The good news is: that you don’t have to do it all yourself. Schwalbe Moving Company will be happy to organize the entire process of your move to the USA. The company does this using its experience and its overseas connections. The professionals will take a heavy burden off your shoulders and ensure that you can look forward to the next few weeks with less stress.
Moving to the USA costs: How much are the prices?
Of course, the cost of moving to the USA is much higher than living in Germany. This is because of the much greater distance, but also because you have to cross the Atlantic with all your belongings. Contact Berlin-based moving company Schwalbe to get more information than just a rough estimate of costs. The staff will look at your case in detail and give you a free, non-binding quote for moving to the USA.
You have the option to adjust the final price by booking only certain services or selecting a certain type of freight. The general rule is: if you transport as many items as possible by ship, you pay less. Air freight is naturally more expensive, but it is the preferred choice when the job needs to be done quickly. Smart movers combine the two to make the most of all the benefits.
“The Usual”: What else needs to be done before the move?
Your move to the USA is not only “special”, but also completely normal in many ways. Like any other move, you will have to give notice on your old apartment and rent a new one. Disassemble the furniture you want to take with you to the new world into parts and wrap the individual pieces in padding material. It is best to collect screws and fittings in ziplock bags, which you label carefully. Pack all small items into boxes, covering them with bubble wrap or tissue paper if necessary, so that nothing gets damaged during the move from Germany to the USA. Small book boxes exist for carrying books and other heavy items. You’d be surprised how heavy a large moving box full of books is!
All boxes should be very carefully labeled, not only about the contents but also about your new address. Make sure nothing gets lost along the way.
Attention! Clean out thoroughly before moving to the USA
Our recommendation: Clear your luggage completely before moving to the USA. Every kilo counts when it comes to transporting your luggage by air or sea freight. Reducing your luggage has a direct impact on costs. If you want to redecorate your new home, it is better to leave (almost) all your furniture there – especially the low quality and the one that is already a bit “broken”.
If you still have usable furniture that you want to keep in Germany, you can earn some good pocket money by hitting up a flea market for the home or selling it on eBay classifieds. This will defray some of the costs of moving to the USA. Or you can make a small budget for the new purchases you need. Sometimes it is better to leave as much stuff behind as possible in order to have a fresh start in your dream place.