4 Factors That Will Affect Your Moving Estimate
One of the first steps to plan a move is to obtain a moving estimate from a moving company. A moving estimate is an approximate calculation of how much your move will cost. An accurate moving estimate can provide insight into how much you need to budget for your move.
Whether you're moving locally or long distance, countless factors can impact your move and how much it will cost. Understanding the individual elements can help you adjust and reduce your moving charges significantly.
Factors that affect your moving estimate include the following.
1. Distance and Time
The distance of your move or the time your move takes will have the most impact on the cost of your move.
The further you are moving or the longer you spend in transit, the higher your price tag. For example, a long-distance move is more expensive than a local one, as a long-distance move will take more time.
2. Timing of Your Move
The date you move can have a significant impact on the cost of your move. The reason is that some times of year are busier than others are and therefore cost more. Moving during the summer months, which is the peak season, is more expensive than during the winter.
The high expense is because demand for movers increases during peak season, and competition among companies heats up as well. Moving during the peak season is more expensive because not as many movers are available to help.
Moving on a national holiday or the weekends can also drive up your price tag. Therefore, if you are not in a rush to move, consider planning your relocation for an off-peak season and during weekdays.
3. Volume of Goods
The volume of goods you are moving is a significant factor in determining the cost of your move. The more you have, the more your move will cost because you need more labor hours to move everything safely.
The size of your home and the number of rooms also affect the costs of moving your belongings. A house with many rooms can be difficult for movers to navigate through if they encounter many rooms and hallways with boxes and furniture.
If you're concerned about budgeting for a move, keep your belongings to a manageable level. You can try decluttering before moving by selling or giving away unnecessary and unwanted items.
4. Insurance
Adding insurance to your moving estimates can be smart, especially if you have expensive belongings. Moving insurance covers your belongings in case of damage or loss during the move.
Not all moving companies offer the same coverage options. And depending on the moving company you use, some insurance options are more expensive than others are. The cost of insurance also depends on how much value your belongings have. The higher the value, the higher your premium will be.
But other factors could also impact how much coverage costs. The best thing to do is get multiple quotes from different companies and compare how their rates differ from each other.
Hopefully, you've found the above guide to be a helpful starting point for reducing your moving costs. As you can see, many factors affect the price of a professional moving estimate. However, remember that estimates are just that, and they may be higher or lower than the actual price.
The most important thing is to work with a moving company that is both qualified and efficient. Make sure the movers understand your needs and are willing to go the extra mile for you throughout the entire process.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Baker Moving & Supplies today.
