In the previous part of the Alpha Moving and Storage guide to the basics of moving, we began to discuss the necessary steps you will need to take before starting your search for a moving company. In this part we take a look at the information you will need to provide potential movers in order to get prices and information.
Focusing your Moving Needs
It is recommended that you be able to answer the following questions before actually contacting your movers:
When will you be moving?
There is a difference between a last minute move a week from today, a move during the summer, the busiest moving season, and a move during the holiday season or in midwinter. Unless you have a pretty clear idea about when you will be moving, movers will find it difficult to provide you with accurate information. During the busy summer months, it is recommended to reserve a mover at least a month in advance.
What is your moving destination?
If you want to move long distance, but are still unsure whether you’ll be moving to Iowa, California or New York, there’s no real point in calling moving companies. The rates for each long distance move are different, depending on distance and demand, so there’s no real point in asking for rates if you’re still unsure where you’ll be going to.
Will you require packing and storage?
Additional services such as packing and storage for local moves will add to the price of the move. Getting back to the inventory lists, remember to tell the movers about fragile items and items that need special handling so they’ll be able to take that into consideration when preparing your estimate. Generally speaking, the more focused you are about your destination and the moving services you will require, the better and more accurate prices and information you receive.
Alpha Moving & Storage
234 16th Street 2nd floor, Jersey City
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Alpha Moving helped us move from an apartment with many stairs in Hoboken to a suburban home in NJ. There team was very responsive, professional, punctual, … More and communicative. I was very happy with their service, and they helped make the experience less stressful. The Alpha team was great at communicating ahead of and during our move and they set our expectations on pricing. We were very happy with our decision to hire Alpha. -
My experience using Alpha Moving and Storage was excellent. The crew was courteous and professional. They took their time to ensure that everything was … More covered and packaged before the move so there was no damage. They made sure everything was positioned correctly in our house, and even helped to move a few pieces of furniture that were not part of the original move. I would highly recommend
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I recently hired Alpha Moving to help a family member move from a 3rd-floor walk-up in Brooklyn to New Jersey, and I couldn't be more impressed with … More their service. The team was punctual, professional, and showed exceptional care for both the Brooklyn apartment and the New Jersey home. They took extra precautions to protect the walls and floors, which we really appreciated. Communication was excellent before, during, and after the move, making the entire process much less stressful. I highly recommend Alpha Moving to both family and clients—they’re reliable, professional, and offer very reasonable pricing..
