Selecting a reputable moving company in order to experience a successful NJ move is not always an easy task. When you are flooded with offers, each using a different pricing system, this task may appear almost impossible.
One of the most basic recommendations that we give our customers is to make sure they understand their NJ moving estimate before they make their selection. This means that they need to familiarize themselves with concepts such as hourly rates, travel time and packing fees.
Understanding the Hourly Rate
Local NJ movers will normally provide you with an hourly rate. It is important to understand what is included with the rate your local mover provided you. Ask your mover the following questions:
- How many movers will you receive for your quoted hourly rate?
- Will travel time be charged separately and if so will it be charged according to the same hourly rate?
- What are the extra fees that are not included in this hourly rate?
You must make sure that you fully understand the answer to each and every one of the above questions. Also, it is recommended that you receive all the details, including the hourly rate, travel time fees and possible packing charges in writing so that you can review them and compare them to offers from other companies.
Understanding Packing Fees
Most movers will provide free blanket padding for local moving, but will charge extra for packing glass and specialty items.
- Ask your potential movers what the packing fees will be.
- Mention items that may need extra care, such as marble tops and expensive electronic equipment.
- Decide in advance whether or not you are interested in full packing services.
- If you decide to pack yourself, ask for guidance from your mover about recommended packing practices.
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.
