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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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..
