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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The Alpha Moving team was professional, efficient, and handled my belongings with great care. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and made the entire … More moving process stress-free. Everything arrived in its original condition, and the pricing was fair with no hidden fees. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for a reliable moving service! -
Alpha was fantastic! Leading up to the move, they communicated well and were very accommodating when we needed to change our move date, add additional items, … More etc. On the day of the move, the 4-man crew was prompt and worked quickly and diligently to disassemble and wrap furniture and load all our possessions onto their large truck with care. We had many heavy boxes and bins, several of which were located in a basement down a narrow staircase. The crew had a great attitude and asked questions when necessary. Compared to other moving companies, Alpha was more reasonably priced and well worth it. I would enthusiastically recommend Alpha for any local moving needs!
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The team was awesome to work with! We moved from one high-rise to another, which required coordinating elevator reservations and meeting tight deadlines, … More and they handled everything seamlessly. They were both friendly and professional throughout the process. I highly recommend working with them, and if we ever move again, I will 100% choose them.
