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15 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Moving Company

Moving can be a stressful time while for all concerned. You’re placing most of your worldly possessions at risk so unless you’re planning a simple move close by and can easily do it with a van hire on The Gold Coast, why take the risk especially when moving companies are so efficient and cost effective. 5 good reasons to hire a moving company   Peace of mind A professional moving company has the experience and know how to move all your stuff quickly and safely. Reliability Attempting to move using friends or family is not always reliable, especially if you have to meet deadlines and be there at or move out at a specific time and date. Accountability Having a good moving company means there is someone who is working to ensure all your stuff arrives safely and on time. They have insurance to cover your possessions in the event of accidents. Speed A good moving company knows all the best and safest methods of transporting your household to its new location an

5 Reasons To Rent A Commercial Truck For Your Business

Renting a truck for business purposes is becoming very popular as you can find the right truck to suit your needs at a much lower cost and less hassle than buying one. If you take advantage of this financially viable solution to getting a truck or even a fleet of trucks to get the job done, you can more quickly get your business up and running and start to become profitable. This can be a package that has real benefits for both the employer and employee. When renting a commercial truck (over one ton) for work purposes, there is no need to keep a log book for incidental personal usage as is the case for leased cars. On long term rental contracts from Truck rental companies on The Gold Coast will often allow you to negotiate a cost efficient lease that allows you to keep costs down and keep it at a fixed monthly cost within the proposed rental period so you know just where you stand. This is important when negotiating contracts with your customers. You can often find

Learn The Stress Free Method Of Moving A Mattress

Moving your bed and especially the mattress can be a difficult, stressful undertaking, especially if doing it on your own and have a Queen or King size monster to move. The best way is to use a Gold Coast van hire company to transport it and get a few friends to help with the lifting. Here’s how you can move your mattress and not have a nervous breakdown doing it: ·         Buy a mattress moving bag or a large tarpaulin that you can wrap the mattress in so it will not be damaged. Dragging a mattress on the ground will very quickly wear a hole in the edge or corner and this is almost impossible to fix satisfactorily ·         Get a few friends to help, a promise of a good pizza and a case of XXXX will go a long way to securing the help of a few friends for your move ·         Straps. Many mattresses do not have built-in straps or handles to hold when moving and it the mattress in wrapped or in a bag these would not be accessible so you need to have long straps you can wr

What Size UTE Is The Best Option For You While Moving

When it comes time for you to make a move, it can be a stressful time, selecting the right sized vehicle for your needs is important and The Gold Coast is a great for Ute hire. You need to take a few things such as the weather, the time of day you plan to move, the size or dimensions and the weight of the load and also the distance you have to transport it. Consideration also needs to be given to the access you have to both the place you are moving from as well as the place you are going to. Sometimes a big truck is just too big and it would be better to make two or more trips, especially if the move is only a short distance. Of course, this is not a good idea if you’re moving long distances as time and fuel cost can quickly mount up. The load size The first consideration is the size of your load, if you have only a small load, then you will need a smaller Ute, but if your load is heavy long or wide you may need extra space. Many Utes come with roof racks and extra widebodies to

Do’s And Don’ts of Moving a Queen Size Bed in a UTE

Moving most of your household stuff is not too difficult if you take the time to pack properly and have a few mates to help you out when using a Gold Coast Hire Ute. But when it comes to moving the bed, especially if it’s a queen sized model it can be a bit more complicated. Many queen beds are large and the bases or box springs are heavy. The earlier models were often one piece and came with built-in drawers and a large headboard. These beds are often awkwardly shaped and very inconvenient for moving. The following are the some of the do’s and don’t’s of moving a Queen sized bed in a Ute The first thing to do is take the overall measurements and see how you can get the bed out to the Ute. Do you have to go down stairs, around corners and through small doorways? Will, you be able to take the bed in one piece or will you have to dismantle it Check the local Gold Coast Ute hire companies to see if they have a Ute that will take your bed in the tray Decide if you will be able to

Safety Tips - Tipper Truck Operators Must Know About

Operating a tipper truck has its own special set of safety considerations which relate not only to the size of the truck and its load but also to the area you will be operating in. Whether you are a driver, passenger, helper or just standing by it is very important that safety is everyone’s first priority whenever you’re working in or around a tipper truck. Considering these safety tips will ensure you have a pleasant and trouble free experience when operating a truck from Gold Coast Tipper Rental: Before you load the truck you must inspect it thoroughly Check that the tyres are in good condition and inflated correctly Check the brakes and suspension Ensure that all the trucks mechanisms such as the hydraulic systems and tailgate operation and check that the box surface is even and allows for the flowing of the material your loading Check the stability of the ground as stability is the greatest risk factor affecting tipping truck operations. Ensure the rear wheels are on so

Which Engine Oil Should I Use in My UTE?

Choosing the right engine oil for your Ute is much more complicated than just finding the best price and the most attractive container. Engine oil is one of the most important products your Ute needs; it is obvious that not having oil will cause irreparable damage to your engine in a very short time. But choosing the wrong oil can drastically shorten the engine life and cause major repair bills. If you are ever unsure of which oil to use asking one of the friendly guys at Ute hire on the Gold Coast what they use and recommend is a great way to get the right advice from someone who is experienced. There are so many different oils available so knowing what they do and how they work will help you decide which is best for your Ute. These are the common types: Conventional mineral oil , this oil is refined from crude oil a range of viscosity qualities and grades and is recommended for most common engine designs and regular driving conditions. Synthetic Oil is minera