Choosing the right truck size can make a big difference to your moving day. If the truck is too small, you may need to make multiple trips. If it’s larger than necessary, you could end up paying for capacity you don’t really need.
So, how do you know what size truck you need for your move?
The answer depends on the amount and type of furniture you’re transporting, the size of your home and how efficiently you can load the truck.
Before booking a truck, make a quick list of the larger items you need to transport.
Think about:
Don’t forget the smaller items. Boxes can take up a surprising amount of space once everything is packed and ready to go.
A smaller move may not require as much space as a full house move.
If you’re moving from a studio, one-bedroom apartment or small unit, you may have fewer large furniture items and boxes to transport.
However, consider whether you’ll be making multiple trips. A slightly larger truck can sometimes allow you to transport more of your belongings at once, potentially making the moving day more efficient.
Moving a larger home usually means significantly more furniture, boxes and household belongings.
Beds, sofas, appliances, dining furniture and packed boxes can quickly fill a smaller vehicle.
For a family move, look at the truck’s actual loading capacity rather than simply choosing the cheapest available option.
The goal is to have enough room to transport your belongings safely and efficiently.
Furniture doesn’t always pack neatly.
A large sofa, mattress, fridge or wardrobe can take up considerable space, even if you don’t have an enormous number of boxes.
Consider the dimensions of your largest items and how they’ll fit inside the truck.
It’s also important to think about how items will be loaded. Leaving suitable access around larger pieces can make unloading much easier.
Truck capacity isn’t the only thing to consider.
A tailgate lifter can be particularly useful when moving heavy furniture, appliances and other bulky items. Instead of manually lifting everything from ground level into the truck, the lifter provides a platform to help move heavier items.
A trolley can also make transporting boxes and furniture between the house and truck easier.
These features can be just as important as the truck’s overall size when planning your move.
For customers moving a substantial amount of furniture and household belongings, a 20m³ Pantech truck can provide useful loading capacity.
Go Hire Truck Rental offers a 20m³ Pantech with a 500kg tailgate lifter, giving customers additional capacity and loading assistance for larger moving jobs.
Of course, every move is different, so consider your actual belongings rather than relying solely on the size of your home.
A truck may have plenty of loading space, but you also need to think about where you’ll park it.
Before moving day, consider:
Planning this ahead of time can help avoid unnecessary delays when the truck arrives.
Once you’ve chosen your truck, think about how you’re going to load it.
Place heavier items securely and distribute weight rather than concentrating everything in one area. Pack boxes so they can be stacked safely and keep important items that you’ll need first somewhere accessible.
A little preparation can make a surprisingly big difference.
There isn’t one truck size that’s right for every Sunshine Coast move.
The best choice depends on what you’re transporting, how much furniture you have, the number of boxes you’re taking and whether you need to move everything in one trip.
Take some time to make an inventory before booking and consider the truck’s loading capacity, dimensions and available loading equipment.
If you’re planning a move, Go Hire Truck Rental offers truck hire on the Sunshine Coast with convenient pickup in Warana.
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