Comical Tips On What Not To Do When Moving

Welcome to "Comical Insights on What Not to Do While Moving," where humor meets practicality. Ever wondered how to avoid the most common moving mistakes while also having a good laugh? This guide offers a comedic twist on essential moving don'ts. From funny anecdotes about previous moving disasters to witty ways to discuss sensitive items, this guide ensures you're well-prepared and your move is well-executed—all while keeping the laughs going.

Go Have Cocktails

They're just moving all of your worldly items. What could they possibly need you there for? Besides you're living the high life hiring movers, so you need to practice your martini drinking like the swag-filled gent/lady that you are. What is the point of paying movers if you actually have to witness anything of the work anyways?

Call Them Every 5 Minutes

If the movers are even a few minutes late make sure that you call the moving company every five minutes. Your phone calls will definitely help clear any problems that may arise when driving in traffic.

Don't Answer Your Phone

If you're still at the bar, make sure that you turn off your phone on moving day. What did you pay these people for if they can't figure out this whole moving business themselves?

Let Your Critters Run Around

You know what is helpful when you are trying to maneuver a couch downstairs? Stepping on kitty cat tail! The screech of the cat really gets your adrenaline going, so that getting down the rest of the stairs with a couch that weighs more than you do. Alternatively, a dog barking and chasing you throughout the house also can be a motivating tool.

Movers as Babysitters

You thought that stepping on a cat made a funny noise, wait till the movers step on your kids.

Micromanage

Clearly you know more about moving than people who move people literally every day. Please, bless the movers with your insight on the easiest way to move all your stuff.

Have Half Your Stuff Packed

Without letting the movers know, only have half of your items packed. Make sure that the movers do not move anything until you pack it yourself, because they aren't going to squeeze another penny out of you by helping box. Who cares if they have to wait around and work around you while you box the last of your items. What a bunch of scammers.

Make them Put on Matching T-Shirts

Raise the morale of the movers by making them wear matching tie dye t-shirts. Who needs a tip when you can work as a team!? In fact, we think the movers should tip you for being such an awesome manager during this whole move.

Yell at Them

Movers definitely like being yelled at, so make sure to prep your best accusations and insults. It helps motivate the movers to move all of your items, especially the delicate ones, quickly and gently.

Don't Mark Fragile Items

All of your items are frail. The movers should already be handling everything with a gentle touch.