Let’s face it, moving is not a very interesting subject. But unless you become familiar with all those “boring” terms, such as “rate per pound or cubic foot”, “packing materials” and “delivery windows”, you may become entirely lost in a process you can’t always control.
This new Alpha Moving and Storage article will provide you some essential information you need to know before the day of your long distance move.
How Does it Work?
Long distance moving is all about the space your goods will take on a shared 50′ trailer going to your destination state. This is why movers will weigh the truck before and after it is loaded, or measure the shipment to calculate the exact space it will take on the trailer.
A basic charge unit – a rate per pound, or rate per cubic foot, is determined according to your destination state and other factors.
Who Should I Get a Moving Price From?
It’s not enough to search the internet and contact the first search results you see. Look for local companies in your area and carefully check their reputation before starting the process.
How can I Make Sure my Price Remains the Same?
Ask each mover to provide you with the basic charge unit – the rate per pound, or rate per cubic foot. This is the rate you should compare when looking at all the estimates. Check and double check all the possible extra fees, such as packing and packing materials, stairs and elevators and so on.
Finally, it is best to have a representative of the moving company come to your house and provide you with a price in writing.
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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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