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Are your Professional Movers Professionals?
If you are paying for a professional moving company to move you, make sure that they are professional movers and not hired day laborers. Many times moving companies hire additional workers per day to fill out the crew.
Professional movers are properly trained for moving. Professionals should take less time then day laborers because they know how to do things right with one try. Make sure you get what you pay for.
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U-Pack Moving Tip: Smaller Moves Made Simple
If you only have a small amount of possessions to move -- say, from a studio or one-bedroom apartment or an office -- you may wish to opt for moving containers as opposed to renting moving vans or hiring full-service movers. A self-moving company like U-Pack, for example, offers what's called a ReloCube.
These convenient, 6'x7'x8' storage containers are dropped off at your location. You simply pack them with all your possessions, then lock the ReloCube. U-Pack picks up the cube and delivers it to either your new location or to a storage facility -- whichever you choose. Not only are these moving containers a great option for smaller moves, but they save a lot of money in the long run.
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Deduct Your Move From Your Taxes
Since your move is often tax deductible, make sure you get an appropriate receipt. You cannot use a moving quote and a cancelled check as a moving receipt.
Each state has a different bill of lading that is used as a receipt. Check the IRS website and your state's Department of Revenue website for a list of the necessary receipts and forms you'll need for the tax season.
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U-Pack Moving Tip: Making a Nationwide Move
If your move involves traveling across state lines, your best bet is to select one of the many relocation services that have experience in transporting possessions across long distances. Chances are these drivers know the routes and rules of the road better than smaller companies, no matter how inexpensive or well-meaning they may be.
One of the most trusted names in national transport is ABF Freight System. You may already have seen their bright yellow ABF logo on trucks and trailers across he country. Not only do the ABF drivers have to pass rigorous driving exams, the company as a whole is known for its safety ratings. They've won numerous awards in safety, freight-handling and claims since 2001. If you're going to trust your personal items on a nationwide journey, it's well worth the extra time to find a company that can be trusted.
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Cost Effective Long Distance Movers
When researching moving companies, you will usually find the most cost effective way to move your possessions out of state is to get a large national company to do the move for you.
Larger moving companies may have cheaper prices because they usually combine moves by putting a few loads on the same truck. The more loads on the truck the more people to help absorb the cost of fuel and travel time.
The downside of using a larger moving company to transport your items long distance is that since there are several loads on the same truck, delivery to your new location may take up to a month in travel time, and some items may get mixed up with other loads, so mark your boxes properly.
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U-Pack Moving Tip: Relocating: The Best of Both Worlds
At some point in our lives, we all will have to make a major move from one home to another. Sometimes these moves can take us across state lines, which can cause a lot of concern for homeowners. How can you afford a long move? What moving company can you trust?
Relocation concerns can be alleviated by taking a balanced approach. By hiring a moving company that allows you to pack your own possessions, you cut costs on both packing fees as well as transportation. In addition, by taking charge of your packing, you can keep closer control over your household items, and be sure all of them are included and accounted for.
Getting the best of both worlds when you move is easy when each member of the party does what it does best: You pack your own things, then allow the professional movers to transport them: It's a perfect match.
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Hidden Charges
Find out from your movers if there are any hidden charges, like mileage fees, when getting estimates and quotes. Many times movers charge extra for stairs, wardrobe boxes, moving pads, tape, etc. You will want to use a mover who will not sneak in any additional charges and will be upfront with the price. It is also important to know all the additional charges that you may incur when evaluating potential movers.
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U-Pack Moving Tip: How to Pack an Apartment
You can make your move from one apartment to another much easier by following a very simple tip. Before you pack or hire a rental truck, make a visual assessment of each room that will need packing. Ask yourself how many boxes you'll need for each room, and what size boxes your items will require. Make a note of the number, then add them all up to find out how many boxes of each size you'll have to get.
Write on each box the name of the corresponding room. This will make it easier for the apartment movers to know which room they should deliver the box in your new apartment. It will also help you to know where you possessions go in case the boxes become separated during the move.
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Contacting Moving Companies
Once you decide that you are going to use a moving company for your move, it is time to start calling for estimates and quotes. The more moving companies you contact the better, but try and get at least three estimates. You should not only compare price, but also your level of comfort with the moving company and the moving companies experience.
When you find a moving company that has a competitive price and you are comfortable with, make sure you ask if the company will be performing the actual move or if the job will be subcontracted out to another moving company or franchise.
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