Once you’ve selected several moving companies and collected several quotes comes the difficult task of selecting one. Some people find this to be the hardest decision to make. In this post we will try to make your lives a bit easier and provide you some tips about deciding which company to use.
Comparing Prices
Let’s start with the most obvious parameter – price. Actually, comparing prices is not as easy as it sounds. The bottom line prices are based on weight, space or hourly estimates. One company might estimate a lower number of hours or a lesser weight, making the estimate price tumble, but the bottom line price on the day of the move skyrocket. This is why you should compare the basic charge units and not the bottom line price. If the basic charge unit is not mentioned on the estimate, be sure to ask your mover for the rate per hour, pound or cubic foot it will be using and get it in writing.
Comparing Location
Again, this might sound easy, but is sometimes more complex than it sounds. Various companies offer self-storage addresses and other strange addresses as their ‘local headquarters’. Make sure the company you are considering is really local and not a company situated hundreds of miles away.
Comparing Services
Read and re-read your estimate to make sure you understand all the fine details. Check what’s include in the price and specifically inquire about packing and special charges for long carry, flights of stairs, elevator use and so on. Sometimes, a company that charges slightly higher will provide you with a much better value for your money.
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..
