Most moving companies base their local moving quotes on the time it'll take for them to pack up the contents of your household and transfer it to the new location. The Movers would also be willing to give you a general quote online for you to compare, however for a more accurate quote, a live … [Read more...]
Onsite Long Distance moving Quotes-What You Can or Should Expect
Long Distance Moves or Interstate moves are generally based on weight and distance so a visual onsite estimate by a professional moving company is definitely the best method to get an accurate quote. It’s a good idea to get 3 different companies to come out and provide you with quotes for … [Read more...]
Long Distance Moving Quotes Over the Phone: What you can (or should expect)
Interstate moves or what most people call “long distance” moves are based on weight and distance. They can be priced as a space reservation or by an “expedited” rate but for our purposes we will figure that interstate shipments are rated on weight and distance if they cross state lines. … [Read more...]
LOCAL MOVING QUOTES OVER THE PHONE: What you can (or should) expect.
In most states a “local move” or “intrastate move” is based on time so if you get your quote over the phone there is certain information that your local moving estimator should gather. A visual “onsite” estimate is usually more accurate but for small moves like studio or one bedroom apartments … [Read more...]
WEIGHING SHIPMENTS
When it comes to the moving world, movers are required to weigh the shipment long distance or interstate, unless the shipment is 1000 pound and can be weighed on a warehouse platform scale. Your licensed mover is required to determine the weight of the shipment by one of the following: Origin … [Read more...]