The internet has made it very easy to receive a large number of estimates. Filling a simple online form is all that’s necessary for getting a long distance moving estimate. But receiving many estimates has its disadvantages. The prices range from the very low to the extremely high, the terms are often confusing and the way in which the estimates are presented is different.
This newest Alpha Moving and Storage blog post, offers some simple ways to compare long distance moving estimates you will receive from various relocation service providers.
Comparing Apples to Apples
If you end up comparing only bottom line prices, you may end up making the wrong selections. It is very important to try and compare the basic charge units that various service providers are offering you. The rate per pound or the rate per cubic foot should be clearly mentioned on your estimate.
In order to compare weight and space based charge units, you can simply multiply or divide by seven. This should give you a pretty balanced idea of how the various estimates compare to one another.
Checking the amount of Weight or Space you were estimated with
Some companies may provide you with a low weight or space estimate to make the bottom line price artificially appear lower. Use the various charge unites you’ve received from the various movers in order to realistically compare prices.
It is also essential to check all the other terms and conditions, such as rates for packing and packing materials, fees for difficult access, certificates of insurance and so on.
Alpha Moving & Storage
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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..
