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4 FAQs About the Cost of Moving

Even when you hire the best Buena Park movers, you may find that you’ve got some questions – especially about cost. Unless you’re an unusual person who moves frequently, chances are you don’t really know what to expect when it comes to the cost of your move.

How is moving priced? Will your price change? And what can you do to lower costs? These are all questions we get asked frequently. Here are our answers to the top 4 cost-related moving FAQs:

1.How much will my move cost?

This is a big one, and we’re often asked this question over the phone. But the truth is that even a ballpark figure given over the phone is likely to be wrong – dead wrong. That’s because there are so many factors that influence the final cost of a move: things like how much stuff you need moved, whether you’re paying for packing services, how many sets of stairs there are in your home, and how far your new home is from your old one.

The best way to get a cost estimate for your move is to have the best Buena Park moving company send out a representative to give you an in-person estimate. This allows an experienced mover to discuss all aspects of your move. Not to mention, the mover can get an idea of how much stuff you have that needs moved – the major factor in the overall cost of your move.

Most professional moving companies price moves primarily based on the weight of the stuff being moved. Which makes sense, as heavier loads cost more in both gas and manpower. However, the other factors listed above will also influence the final cost of your move.

2. Is that estimate binding?

The second most frequently asked question comes from potential customers who have already gotten a quote for their move. They’ve probably heard horror stories of final bills jumping up to well above estimated costs. But as long as you ask for a binding estimate, you’ll rest assured that the cost you’re being quoted is what you’ll ultimately pay.

Now, there are a couple of types of binding estimates. One is a true binding estimate, which means that even if the mover made a mistake in calculations, once you’ve both signed the contract, the price will stay the same. The other type has a contingency fee built in, so you may or may not pay a price that’s higher than the estimated cost. But at least you’ll know up front how much higher your costs are likely to be.

3. How much will professional packing cost?

If you’re working with the best Buena Park movers, chances are they offer professional packing services. And these can be great for saving your sanity – not necessarily your wallet. Packing services are labor-intensive, of course, so they will add to your costs. Packing services can cost anywhere from $900 to $1,900 in a typical single-family home, but these costs vary hugely.

When it comes to deciding whether or not to pay for professional packing services, the real goal is to determine what the professionals can save you. Packers can get the job done much more quickly than you could, so sometimes the extra cost is well worth your while.

4. How can I reduce my moving costs?

If you’re thinking about renting a van and moving all on your own, think again. Sure, you could go the DIY route, but you’d still spend money on the packing supplies and moving van – not to mention loads of valuable time on your move. If you’re really concerned about costs, here are some things you can do to make the process more affordable:

• Offload some stuff. Since the cost of your local move primarily depends on how much stuff you’ve got to move, getting rid of stuff can be helpful. Many people realize just how much unnecessary junk they’ve got in the garage and the attic when they’re packing or unpacking during the moving process. Go ahead and donate or trash that old stuff before you get your moving quote, and you may be pleasantly surprised.
• Pack most everything yourself. Custom packing services mean that you can pack part of your household goods on your own, and then hire movers to pack particularly difficult or fragile items. You can save a fortune this way, while still protecting your most valuable household goods.
• Do your part. One way to add to the cost of the move is to fail to prepare for moving day. Even if you’re paying for a full-service move, you’ll need to be ready for the packers and the movers. Check the contract to see what the expectations are for you, and then hold up your end of the deal. Otherwise, you could find yourself getting slapped with extra fees on the final bill.
• Choose the right time. As a service-based industry, moving has its ebbs and flows. Here in SoCal, moves are less dominated by weather than they are in the midwestern or eastern US. But, still, movers have their peak and low times, too. Most of the time, moving companies are busier near the beginning and end of the month, when leases typically turn over. But it never hurts to ask if moving on a different day or different week could save you money.