Moving cost varies for every individual case in regular times and now, when so many more variables are added due to the current COVID situation, it becomes all the more difficult to make a moving estimate. Moving cost depends upon many factors that may include size and weight of your shipment, distance to move, time of your move, type and number of services you add to your moving package, and if you want to opt for a DIY move or you want to hire a professional company. As per the experts at movingfeedback.com, it is best to prepare for the move, not only about what to do and how to-do but also about the cost associated with the process.
It is not easy to make an exact budget because so many factors influence the moving cost.
The main point that may influence your moving budget is the type of your move and how many services you want to opt for. How many responsibilities you want to put on the moving company will depend upon your personal preferences. If you want to pack your stuff yourself or get it done from the moving company will make a huge difference in your moving price quote. You may opt for a full-service move or even a DIY move and also there are many other options to choose from. For example, you can hire movers for some particular services only.
Movers’ Cost
A professional moving company will charge somewhere between $300 and $1500 for a local move. The exact cost depends upon the size and type of your house.
The price for a long-distance move may cost between $2400 and $5000 and the cost depends upon the weight of your shipment and the distance of your move. Larger moves are more expensive in both local and long-distance moving cases.
The moving cost includes much more than just the cost of the moving company. It depends upon other factors including the size of your move as larger moves cost more and the distance of your move is another important factor. Moving cost depends upon the type of move also as a DIY move may cost you less than hiring a professional moving company. Moving time also plays an important role in your moving cost as summers are the peak moving season and moving companies charge the highest during summers. Weekends and month-ends are also costlier. Moving specialty items including hot tubs, pool tables, pianos, and safes may also cost you extra.
If you have to ship a vehicle then it will be an additional cost to your moving cost. Shipping a car may cost you between $150 and $600 for about 200 to 300 miles of distance while the price may go very high for a cross-country shipment.
Other than moving charges, a professional company will charge extra for every additional service like full packing, unpacking, long carry charges, shuttle truck fees, travel fees, and moving equipment.
In the current pandemic situations, companies have to take care of many health-related security measures and that may also impact your overall moving cost.
Although all these charges are unavoidable still there are some ways by using what you can save some money. Moving quotations vary from company to company as some companies offer discounts too. You can take quotations from more than one company and compare their prices, this can save a lot of money. Ask for some discounts. Discuss your move with your moving company rep to further reduce your moving charges. He may suggest ways to reduce your moving cost to a certain extent.
You can also save money by being flexible with your moving items like a piano, pool table, and safe etc. These items are costly to move and leaving them may save a lot of money.
Moving containers, rental trucks, tow-behind trailer, and shipping by bus or train are some of the cheap ways of moving interstate. Moving containers and rental trucks are two main options if you are opting for a DIY move.
All these costs are a little higher in the current pandemic situation as the companies are taking care of all your belongings and have to spend extra on the cleanliness and sanitization of their team and vehicle.
If you too are planning a move in near future, it is recommended to hire a reputable and professional moving company to ensure the safety and security of yourself and your goods. Make sure the company chosen by you is taking all the preventive measures during the move. Make sure you sanitize all your goods and packed material before and after the move. Sanitize the doorknobs and railings if any repeatedly during the moving process. Try to avoid any personal touch with the moving company people. Consider doing cashless transactions. Wear your mask all the time during the move.
Have a Happy and Safe Move!!
