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One heavy downpour can ruin your ₹30,000 OLED TV. If you're shifting homes between June and September , rain isn’t just a possibility—it’s the default. Cardboard boxes might be convenient, but in the monsoon, they’re a trap. They soak up moisture, weaken fast, and put your belongings at risk of damage, mold, and mildew. This post breaks down everything you need to know about plastic crates vs. cardboard boxes , backed by real data from Indian cities and expert tips from 1,800+ verified moving partners on AssureShift. We’ll even share a step-by-step packing checklist and a Mumbai case study that saved one couple ₹42,000 in damages. Why Cardboard Fails in the Monsoon It takes just 5 minutes of uncovered loading in Mumbai rain (avg. 2,300 mm) for cardboard to begin breaking down. Here's what happens: Kraft paper absorbs moisture at ~60 g/m²·24 h Structural strength drops by ~70% Result? Laptops warp, books get soggy, mattresses stink Real-World Stat: ➡️ Data shows a 3...

  Moving house during the monsoon season in India can feel like a logistical nightmare. Sudden downpours, traffic jams due to waterlogged streets, and unexpected cancellations by movers can all add to the chaos. Worse yet? Water-damaged sofas, electronics that stop working, and mold creeping into your packed boxes. If you're planning a move between June and September, this guide will help you beat the rain with smart storage strategies, packing hacks, and real cost insights to protect your belongings—and your peace of mind. Why Monsoon Relocation is Risky Relocating in cities like Bangalore, Mumbai, or Chennai during the rainy season comes with added risks: Movers may cancel last minute due to weather alerts. Transit trucks get delayed or stuck in flooded areas. Valuables like electronics, furniture, and fabrics risk getting damaged due to moisture and seepage. That’s why more and more people are turning to short-term household storage facilities in Bangalore to brid...

If you’ve ever searched for “moving cost calculator” while preparing to shift homes, you’re not alone. But here’s the problem—most calculators throw out random guesses that don’t reflect real bills. That’s exactly why we built the AssureShift Packing & Moving Cost Calculator —designed for Indian cities, based on real booking data from verified movers. Let’s dive into what makes it different and how closely it matches real-world costs. The Problem With Most Online Estimates Here’s where most calculators fail: They ignore city-specific pricing differences No consideration for floor level or elevator access Packing materials and add-ons not included Distance is simplified into vague categories Hidden or seasonal charges completely skipped The result? You plan for ₹5,000 and end up shelling out ₹8,500. That’s not just annoying—it’s stressful. How AssureShift’s Calculator Solves This Our tool isn’t just a form with guesses. It’s built from live data and refined...

Do you need a trustworthy and dependable home moving service in Hyderabad? Look no further than AssureShift! We offer affordable residential relocation services from Hyderabad to any city. Our staff of expert professionals is highly trained and knowledgeable, with decades of experience in the industry. In addition to this, we use the most advanced state. Our professionally verified home moving service in Hyderabad companies guarantees that your household items will be carefully transported to their destination without fail. Every move is supported with various additional services such as insurance, freight tracking, warehousing, premium packaging, and specialized carriers. Whether it's antique furniture, heavy electronic appliances, or fragile goods, our trained staff are equipped to manage any. Our team of partnered movers has a wealth of expertise and is renowned for delivering first-class moving services in Hyderabad. We begin with an initial survey to understand the logistics ...

Looking for a reliable household moving service in Bangalore? End your search now with AssureShift. We have introduced home relocation services in Bangalore to any city at reasonable costs. Our verified movers ensure all your household items whether it is antique furniture, heavy electronic appliances, fragile goods, etc. are safely transported to new locations on time. Our movers offer many additional features like insurance, freight tracking, warehousing, premium packaging, specialized carriers, and so on. Our expert movers are trained to handle any type of relocation, from apartments to houses of any size. All of our partnered movers have years of experience providing top-quality end-to-end house shifting services in Bangalore, from conducting pre-move surveys, providing free quotes, on-time pick up, disassembly, packing, loading, transportation, unloading, and doorstep delivery. Our movers company use modern handling equipment and tools and high-quality packaging materials to prev...

  Welcome to Agra! We are extremely delighted to announce that we AssureShift , well-known moving firms referral portal in India since 2017, have started our services in the City of Love- Agra . Shifting in or around Agra could be exhausting; mainly if you plan to move by yourself. You must be aware of all the risks, like self-injuring or damaging your goods due to shortage of manpower and lack of necessary tools & equipment, etc. It will be smart to hire reliable packers and movers to ease your relocation process, but hiring a packing-moving company is not as easy as it looks. You may fall into the trap of fake movers, who will involve you in moving scams . So before you hire packers and movers in Agra , you must do proper background verification like checking their company profile, registration documents, reviews & ratings , etc., which is stressful and time-consuming. However, even after doing a good amount of research, there are chances of hiring unprofessional p...

Relocation is not that easy even though you hire professional packers and movers; your goods can get damaged during the shifting process or transit. Therefore, many shifting companies offer moving insurance at affordable rates to secure your goods, especially if you have more fragile items or long-distance moving. Hiring verified packers and movers will make your move smooth and stress-free; purchasing insurance coverage for your goods will help you quickly claim compensation for your lost or damaged goods. Buying moving insurance will only cost you 1.5-3% of the declared value of your belongings. Purchasing insurance coverage during long-distance relocation is an essential part that shouldn't be ignored. Read on to know what is moving insurance, what is insurable, types of moving insurance, why we need it, how to claim, and so on. What is Moving Insurance? Moving insurance is a policy that protects your personal or commercial belongings during relocation. It cove...

  We are overwhelmed to announce that we have started our operations in your city, the ‘ Manchester of south India ’, Coimbatore! AssureShift, the renowned moving company directory in India, has been serving you since 2016. We have now started our operations in Coimbatore city, which is one of the major metropolitan cities in Tamil Nadu. Relocation in or around this city would be tiring and exhausting; especially if you chose to shift by yourself. You must beware of the risk factors, like self-injuring or damaging your goods due to lack of handling experience, shortage of manpower, necessary equipment, etc. It will be a wise choice to hire reliable packers and movers in Coimbatore to ease out your relocation process. Hiring a packing-moving company is not as easy as it looks; you may fall into the trap of bogus packers, who will involve you in moving scams like adding hidden costs, mishandling goods, stealing your belongings, poor quality services, etc. So before you hir...

We are happy to proclaim that we have entered the ‘ Leather City of the World ’, Kanpur.  AssureShift, a renowned packers and movers directory serving you since 2016 over 25+ Indian cities , has started in Kanpur. It’s the major financial and industrial center of north India, this city is famous for its colonial architecture, gardens, parks, textile industry, and leather products. Planning to shift within or around Kanpur could be stressful, mainly when you plan to move by yourself. Self-moving has many risks like damaging your goods/property or injuring yourself, etc., due to shortage of human resources and lack of handling equipment. It's a wise decision if you hire reliable packers and movers in Kanpur to facilitate your shifting process. Hiring a relocation service company is not as simple as it looks; you have high risks of falling into the trap of fake packers, who will offer you low-cost quotes and later involve you in moving scams . So before hiring packers and movers y...

  We are delighted to announce that we have set foot in the ‘ Temple City of India ’,   Bhubaneswar ! AssureShift, the best packers and movers directory in India, assisting you since 2016 in over 25+ cities, has launched services in Bhubaneswar. Home to many beautiful ancient temples bordered by the Kuakhai River in the east and Daya River in the south, this city is one of modern India’s first planned cities.  Scheduling to move within or outside the city could be cumbersome; if you decided to shift by yourself. You should be aware of all the risk factors, like harming yourself or damaging your items due to lack of equipment or tools, labor shortage, etc. It would be better to hire reliable packers and movers to make your moving process go more smoothly. However, hiring a moving company is not as simple as it appears; you may become a victim to moving scams if you choose a fake relocation company. Before hiring packers and movers in Bhubaneswar, you have to check their re...